Ravens Secure Michael Pierce with 2-Year Contract Extension

Move comes as team faces decisions on key players with expiring contracts, including Pro Bowlers Patrick Queen and Justin Madubuike.

The Baltimore Ravens have signed a 2-year, $7.5 million contract extension with starting nose tackle Michael Pierce, preventing him from becoming a free agent at the end of the season.
Pierce, who has had a strong season after struggling with injuries in previous years, has played all 16 games this season, making 26 tackles and forcing and recovering fumbles.
The Ravens, who have the best record in the NFL and have allowed the fewest points, have key players on both sides of the ball with expiring contracts, including four Pro Bowlers on their defense.
Two of those Pro Bowlers, Patrick Queen and Justin Madubuike, are likely to be the next focus for contract extensions, with Madubuike leading all NFL interior linemen with 13 sacks this season.
The Ravens have already clinched the AFC's No. 1 seed and will play the Pittsburgh Steelers in the regular-season finale.