The Baltimore Ravens are in negotiations to secure a deal with defensive lineman Justin Madubuike, who led NFL interior linemen in sacks. General Manager Eric DeCosta mentioned that if a deal isn't reached, they will likely use the franchise tag, valued at $22.1 million. DeCosta highlighted the importance of keeping Madubuike and maintaining flexibility despite the salary cap increase.
Eric DeCosta said the salary cap bump was "nice." However, he made clear that it wouldn't mean the Ravens will suddenly be aggressive on FA market. Their focus will be on keeping their own and Justin Madubuike is at the front of the line: https://t.co/xNq2Li8FhB
Two of the best defensive tackle potential free agents -- Chris Jones of KC and Justin Madubuike of Baltimore -- appear less likely of leaving their teams, based on comments from their GMs today.
Ravens likely to franchise tag Justin Madubuike if no deal by deadline. https://t.co/RA5ZAMQSlQ
Joe Schoen said on PFT Live today that the 2024 salary cap of $255.4 million was a curveball, and gives the Giants more flexibility after they expected a cap of around $243 million. https://t.co/U1tnkASorq
#Ravens looking to protect against losing DT Justin Madubuike. The tag will be for $22.1 million. https://t.co/ndnLOjwYZQ
DeCosta said that Madubuike will probably be tagged if no extension is reached before next Tuesday.
“If you don’t get a deal done with Madubuike, will you tag him?” Eric DeCosta: “I probably will.”
Eric DeCosta said they’re trying to get a deal done with DL Justin Madubuike, who led NFL interior linemen in sacks. Discussions are ongoing. DeCosta said in January that he learned from negotiating Lamar Jackson’s contract that it’s best to keep things close to the best.
DeCosta said team is trying to get a deal done with Justin Madubuike.
DeCosta on the salary cap bump: “it was nice to see the number. He cautioned that it doesn’t mean they’ll be among the aggressive FA shoppers, but says it gives them flexibility.