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Ravens' Flowers Pro Bowl Nod Triggers Million-Dollar Contract Decision

Zay Flowers Pro Bowl Nod Triggers Pricey Contract Twist for Ravens The Baltimore Ravens wide receiver, Zay Flowers, secured his second consecutive Pro Bowl nod, but this achievement comes with a hefty price tag. His contract now includes a fifth-year option worth $28 million, equivalent to a wide receiver franchise tag. The Ravens must decide by May 2026 whether to exercise this option, let him play out his rookie deal, or negotiate a long-term extension. This situation mirrors the Ravens past handling of center Tyler Linderbaum, who also hit the same contract trigger after back-to-back Pro Bowls and is now a free agent.

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