Ravens name Jovaughn Gwyn starting center for regular season opener

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Ravens name Jovaughn Gwyn starting center for regular season opener
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The Baltimore Ravens confirmed Monday that Jovaughn Gwyn will start at center for the team's regular season opener against the Indianapolis Colts. Head coach Jesse Minter identified the assignment as a Week 1 decision rather than a permanent fixture for the remainder of the season. The move follows an extended competition throughout training camp and the preseason to replace Tyler Linderbaum. Ethan Pocic remains under consideration as a roster option but continues to recover from an Achilles injury. Gwyn faces a significant initial challenge as the offensive line contends with a defensive front anchored by DeForest Buckner. The start provides Gwyn the primary opportunity to manage protections and open rushing lanes for Derrick Henry in a live game setting.

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  • Jovaughn Gwyn will start at center against the Indianapolis Colts Sunday.
  • Jesse Minter emphasized the choice is not a permanent season-long decision.
  • Ethan Pocic remains an option pending recovery from an Achilles injury.
  • The competition to replace Tyler Linderbaum continued through the entire preseason.
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  • 7:13 PMYahoo SportsRavens' name Jovaughn Gwyn starting center for Week 1
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Jovaughn Gwyn will start at center against Indianapolis, although Jesse Minter called it a Week 1 decision

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