If Eric DeCosta cannot keep center Tyler Linderbaum from reaching free agency next week, the ensuing bidding war will test DeCosta’s values as the Ravens’ personnel chief.
In the newly created role, Nic Gill will lead “integrated efforts across the strength and conditioning, medical, nutrition and sports science teams to optimize player health and performance,” the Ravens said in a statement.
COLUMN | John Harbaugh’s offseason firing leads to added pressure for general manager Eric DeCosta, the biggest decision-maker left from a disastrous 2025 season. He must be aggressive with the players he has to ensure a positive outlook for the next campaign.
The Baltimore Ravens still plan to go “BPA” with their strategy (picking the “best player available” on the board). They also plan to build from the trenches.
Starting Monday, general manager Eric DeCosta and his staff will add to their evaluations of draft-available players as the NFL combine opens in Indianapolis.
Tyler Linderbaum, a locker room leader and three-time Pro Bowl selection, is not only the Ravens’ top pending free agent but also one of the NFL’s most coveted.
COLUMN | Baltimore's new defensive coordinator interviewed for five head coaching jobs, didn't get any of them, and now won't call plays for the Ravens. Anthony Weaver has shown remarkable humility and grace, which might be the qualities that get him to the head coaching ranks.