Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the economics behind the Ravens' decision to pick up Kyle Hamilton's fifth-year option but not Tyler Linderbaum's, what it means for negotiations on contract extensions, and when those long-term deals could happen.

All year round, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss all things Ravens. They hang out with players, front-office members and other timely guests who drop in. This lounge is dry, but the banter is not. Have a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net.

<p>All year round, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss all things Ravens. They hang out with players, front-office members and other timely guests who drop in. This lounge is dry, but the banter is not. Have a comment or suggestion? Email the show at <a href="mailto:thelounge@ravens.nfl.net" data-stringify-link="mailto:thelounge@ravens.nfl.net" data-sk="tooltip_parent" aria-haspopup="menu" aria-expanded="false">thelounge@ravens.nfl.net</a>.</p>

Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing will take you inside team HQ to chat (argue) about all things Ravens.

The Ravens Lounge

Reaction to Ravens' Fifth-Year Option Decisions

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The NFL Scouting Combine begins this week and team insiders Garrett Downing and Clifton Brown set the table for what to expect and the big storylines of the week.

Previewing the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

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Team insiders Cassie Cherigo and Clifton Brown give their takeaways from Wednesday's press conference with the Ravens' coordinators, including Offensive Coordinator Declan Doyle's relationship with Lamar Jackson, what Defensive Coordinator Anthony Weaver brings to the table, and more.

Reaction to Coordinators' Introductory Press Conference

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Ravens Offensive Coordinator Declan Doyle stops by The Lounge to discuss his decision to come to Baltimore, teaming up with new Head Coach Jesse Minter and his visions for building an offense that features quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Declan Doyle Joins The Lounge, Discusses Role as Ravens Offensive Coordinator

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Reaction to Ravens' Fifth-Year Option Decisions

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