Everyone touches on this subject. That won’t stop me from throwing in my two cents regarding each free agent. The big names are arguably the easiest. So, who to keep, part one?
Justin Madubuike – Yes
This is the easiest one. The Ravens will franchise Madubuike, likely by using the “non-exclusive” franchise tag label. This is what the Ravens used with Lamar Jackson last season. It allows Madubuike to negotiate with other teams. It also grants the Ravens a right to match any offer (each of its terms), failing which it grants the Ravens two first round draft picks as compensation from the signing team. Madubuike’s salary under this tag is the greater of (i) the average of the top five salaries at his position over the last five years, or (ii) 120% of his previous salary. Continue reading “2024 Ravens Free Agents – Who to Keep, Part One”