Ravens weigh center options ahead of season opener against Indianapolis
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Last updated Sep 7, 2026
The Baltimore Ravens have yet to finalize their starting center position days before their 2026 season opener against the Indianapolis Colts. Following the loss of Tyler Linderbaum, the team is choosing between Jovaughn Gwyn and Ethan Pocic to anchor the offensive line. Gwyn has worked with the first team during preseason, though Pocic holds significantly more NFL experience despite recovering from a torn Achilles sustained in December. Offensive coordinator Declan Doyle indicated that the staff will make a final evaluation before the September 13 matchup. The coaching staff has noted that the Week 1 starter may not necessarily hold the role for the entire season. Whoever takes the position will be tasked with protecting quarterback Lamar Jackson within a recently rebuilt offensive line unit.
- •Baltimore faces the Indianapolis Colts in their season opener on September 13.
- •Jovaughn Gwyn and Ethan Pocic are the two primary candidates to replace Tyler Linderbaum.
- •Gwyn has been working with the first-team offense during recent preparations.
- •Pocic is returning to competition following an Achilles injury sustained in December.
- •The coaching staff plans to determine the starter later this week.
- 7:53 PMYahoo Sports — Baltimore Ravens: Announce Tyler Linderbaum’s Week 1 Replacement
- 7:01 PMYahoo Sports — Ravens Have Yet to Make a Key Decision Affecting Lamar Jackson
"The Baltimore Ravens held a center competition between Danny Pinter, Jovaughn Gwyn, and Ethan Pocic this offseason. Pinter was considered the early frontrunner, receiving first-team reps during training camp and starting in the first preseason game. Unfortunately, he suffered a season-ending patellar tendon tear during joint practices three weeks ago. As a result, Gwyn has […] The post Baltimore Ravens: Announce Tyler Linderbaum’s Week 1 Replacement appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
"The Baltimore Ravens are days away from opening the 2026 season, but one important part of their offense remains unsettled. After losing three-time Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum, Baltimore still has not officially named his replacement. The decision between Jovaughn Gwyn and Ethan Pocic could have an important impact on how well the Ravens protect […] The post Ravens Have Yet to Make a Key Decision Affecting Lamar Jackson appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 7:53 PMBaltimore Ravens: Announce Tyler Linderbaum’s Week 1 Replacement
The Baltimore Ravens held a center competition between Danny Pinter, Jovaughn Gwyn, and Ethan Pocic this offseason. Pinter was considered the early frontrunner, receiving first-team reps during training camp and starting in the first preseason game. Unfortunately, he suffered a season-ending patellar tendon tear during joint practices three weeks ago. As a result, Gwyn has […] The post Baltimore Ravens: Announce Tyler Linderbaum’s Week 1 Replacement appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 7:01 PMRavens Have Yet to Make a Key Decision Affecting Lamar Jackson
The Baltimore Ravens are days away from opening the 2026 season, but one important part of their offense remains unsettled. After losing three-time Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum, Baltimore still has not officially named his replacement. The decision between Jovaughn Gwyn and Ethan Pocic could have an important impact on how well the Ravens protect […] The post Ravens Have Yet to Make a Key Decision Affecting Lamar Jackson appeared first on HEAVY.
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