Ravens Face Crucial Decision on Justin Madubuike's Future

With the franchise tag window open, the Baltimore Ravens must decide whether to secure defensive tackle Justin Madubuike with a tag or negotiate a long-term deal amidst free agency interest.

• The Baltimore Ravens are considering using the franchise tag on Justin Madubuike, a key defensive player, as the two-week window for tagging opened recently.
• Madubuike, who led all interior defensive linemen with 13 sacks last season, is ranked highly among pending free agents and could command a significant contract.
• The projected franchise tag cost for interior defensive linemen is $20.9 million, which could impact the Ravens' salary cap and their ability to make other roster moves.
• Negotiating a long-term deal with Madubuike is a priority for the Ravens, but they face competition, including from division rival Cincinnati Bengals, who are seen as a good fit for him.
• Madubuike's market value could exceed $20 million per year, making it a challenge for the Ravens to retain him without compromising their salary cap situation.

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