Seahawks Emerge as Top Destination for Ravens' Pro Bowl Center in Free Agency

Adding Tyler Linderbaum would bolster Seattle's offensive line and running game.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Seattle Seahawks have been identified as the best potential landing spot for Baltimore Ravens' 3-time Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum in free agency. Linderbaum, one of the top offensive linemen set to hit the open market, would provide a significant upgrade to Seattle's interior offensive line and create an imposing run-blocking unit alongside Kenneth Walker III in the backfield.

Why it matters

The Seahawks' offensive line was a weak spot last season, and adding an elite center like Linderbaum could take their offense to new heights. Linderbaum's arrival would solidify the interior of the line and open up more running lanes for star running back Kenneth Walker III, who is coming off a Super Bowl MVP performance.

The details

Linderbaum, a 2022 first-round pick, has started 66 games over the past four seasons and been named to the Pro Bowl three times. He would undoubtedly be an upgrade over Seattle's current center, Jalen Sundell, who is still developing. The Seahawks have the salary cap space to sign Linderbaum, but the Ravens may try to re-sign him or use the franchise tag to keep him in Baltimore.

  • Linderbaum is set to become a free agent in the 2026 offseason.

The players

Tyler Linderbaum

A 3-time Pro Bowl center for the Baltimore Ravens who is set to hit free agency in 2026.

Kenneth Walker III

The Seahawks' star running back who won Super Bowl MVP in 2026.

Jalen Sundell

The Seahawks' current starting center, who is still developing.

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What they’re saying

“Best landing spot: Seattle Seahawks. ... Undrafted second-year center Jalen Sundell made huge strides over his first season as a starter, but Linderbaum would undoubtably upgrade Seattle's unit.”

— Mason Cameron, PFF.com Writer (PFF.com)

What’s next

The Ravens will have to decide whether to re-sign Linderbaum or use the franchise tag to keep him in Baltimore. If he hits the open market, the Seahawks will likely be one of the top suitors for his services.

The takeaway

Adding an elite center like Tyler Linderbaum would be a game-changer for the Seahawks' offense, solidifying their interior line and creating even more opportunities for star running back Kenneth Walker III. This would be a significant upgrade for Seattle as they look to build on their Super Bowl-winning season.