Ethan Pocic signs with Ravens, reshapes center competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 9:47 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Ethan Pocic has signed a one-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens, changing the of their center competition ahead of training camp. Pocic brings extensive experience, having started 97 games in nine NFL seasons. His arrival may position him as the favorite to replace Tyler Linderbaum, who had held the starting job. While young candidates like Danny Pinter, Jovaughn Gwyn, Corey Bullock, and Nick Dawkins will still compete for roles, Pocic's health following an Achilles injury remains a concern. The Ravens now have a veteran presence as they evaluate the younger players, aiming for dependable depth along the offensive line.
- •Pocic agreed to a one-year deal valued up to $4.5 million.
- •He has 114 career games of experience, primarily with Cleveland.
- •Pocic's health status is a key concern following an Achilles injury in December.
- •Younger linemen still have opportunities to earn backup roles during training camp.
- •The Ravens are looking for dependable depth on the offensive line.
- 4:57 AMYahoo Sports — Pocic Signs with Ravens to Challenge for Starting Center Job
- 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — Ravens’ projected offensive line after signing Ethan Pocic
- 9:47 PMYahoo Sports — Ethan Pocic's signing changes everything about Ravens’ center position
"Ethan Pocic joins the Baltimore Ravens on a one-year deal to compete for the starting center role after Tyler Linderbaum's departure.
"Projecting the Ravens’ starting offensive line after veteran center Ethan Pocic agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $4.5 million.
"Ethan Pocic’s arrival reshapes the Ravens’ center competition and gives Baltimore an experienced favorite to start in Week 1.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 18, 2026, 4:57 AMPocic Signs with Ravens to Challenge for Starting Center Job
Ethan Pocic joins the Baltimore Ravens on a one-year deal to compete for the starting center role after Tyler Linderbaum's departure.
- Yahoo SportsJul 17, 2026, 10:04 PMRavens’ projected offensive line after signing Ethan Pocic
Projecting the Ravens’ starting offensive line after veteran center Ethan Pocic agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $4.5 million.
- Yahoo SportsJul 17, 2026, 9:47 PMEthan Pocic's signing changes everything about Ravens’ center position
Ethan Pocic’s arrival reshapes the Ravens’ center competition and gives Baltimore an experienced favorite to start in Week 1.
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