Ravens Potential 2026 Free Agent Targets: Interior Offensive Line
· Yahoo Sports
With the 2025 NFL season now officially concluded, the offseason picture will soon begin to take shape. The first and biggest upcoming period on the docket is free agency, which is only a few weeks away. For the Baltimore Ravens, this free agency cycle will be a significant one.
Coming off a disappointing non-playoff season, the Ravens cleaned house in their coaching staff and will need to retool the roster to quickly return to contender status. The Ravens have clear positional needs this offseason and other areas where they can improve upon current strengths. Free agency is a prime opportunity to do this.
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Let’s take a look at some of the top available free agents at one position group, interior offensive line, who could be realistic targets for the Ravens to pursue. This will only include external free agents, not the team’s own players who will be hitting the open market.
OG Zion Johnson, Los Angeles ChargersJohnson was drafted in the first round of the 2022 draft by the Chargers and was a full-time starter from the get-go. The former Boston College product has started 65 out of 66 appearances for his career and missed only two total games. Johnson has been a high-level pass protector at left guard and shown growth over the past four seasons since his rookie year. At 26 years old, Johnson is in his athletic prime and could continue to refine his game as an overall offensive guard. A couple potential noteworthy connections to the Ravens include the fact that Johnson was born in Maryland and played high school football in the state, too. Although he played on the opposite side of Jesse Minter’s defense in Los Angeles, Johnson is likely plenty-familiar with the Ravens’ new head coach as well.
OG Alijah Vera-Tucker, New York JetsVera-Tucker is a former first-round, No. 14 overall pick from 2021 who has struggled to stay healthy through five seasons. He missed the entire 2025 campaign with a torn triceps injury and was absent for 25 total games over the previous four years combined, too. His injury history is an undoubtable concern but could lower the market value for a talented player with untapped upside. When healthy, Vera-Tucker has been a sturdy force at offensive guard. In 2024, he allowed the fourth-lowest pressure rate at the position and the Ravens’ pass protection was troublesome at both guard spots for much of this past season. Vera-Tucker possesses offensive tackle versatility as well but has settled into more of an interior role since being drafted.
OG Kevin Zeitler, Tennessee TitansZeitler is a familiar face and viable candidate for a reunion in Baltimore. The 14-year veteran played some of the best football of his career with the Ravens from 2021-2023, cumulating in his first ever Pro Bowl nod. The Ravens opted to let Zeitler walk in free agency and go younger at the position, which ultimately proved to not work out in their favor. At 35 years old, Zeitler is certainly in the twilight of his career — but has still played at a high level in back-to-back seasons with the Detroit Lions and Tennessee Titans. Zeitler seemingly enjoyed his time in Charm City and could be open to returning on a one-year deal. While not a long-term solution, he would be provide an instant upgrade at either offensive guard spot.
OG Dylan Parham, Las Vegas RaidersParham is a 26-year-old whose played all four career seasons for the Raiders. He’s not the sharpest pass protector at offensive guard but has a strong physical profile and positional versatility. Parham has played both guard positions and seen snaps at center in this NFL career and right tackle in college, as well. He’s started 63 total games out of 64 appearances. In a new scenery surrounded by better offensive talent, Parham may perform with more consistency and take another step forward. In his current state, he’s a stable presence at the position who would likely be affordable for the Ravens. He’s still plenty young enough to make strides in his development.
OG/C Connor McGovern, Buffalo BillsIn the event that the Ravens can’t re-sign Tyler Linderbaum, they’ll have a big void to fill at starting center and will need to quickly pivot to replace him. If free agency is their preferred avenue to do so, McGovern could be a reasonable target. The 28-year-old, six-year veteran has some limitations in run blocking but has been a strong pass protector for his career. He’s been a surefire starter at both center and offensive guard for two different teams in his NFL tenure to-date. So, even if the Ravens retain Linderbaum, McGovern could still be a target as a reliable starter for either guard position as well.
What do you think about these free agent options for the Ravens at interior offensive line? Are there other available players not listed you think the team should pursue? Join in the discussion and share your thoughts below!