The Baltimore Ravens have plenty of crucial free agents, especially on defense.
They had the best defense in the league in 2023, and Justin Madubuike’s breakout had plenty to do with that.
The star defensive tackle broke out in a contract year, which is why former NFL player Willie Colon believes he’s currently the most important free agent in the league.
That’s a bit of a stretch, but he has a point nonetheless.
Talking on The Carton Show, Colon explained that Madubuike’s departure could have a huge ripple effect around the league, as he’s a very impactful defensive player.
“Justin Madubuike is the MOST important free agent right now,” Colon said.
“Justin Madubuike is the MOST important free agent right now.”@willcolon66 makes his case: pic.twitter.com/LyFrUy9GhE
— The Carton Show (@TheCartonShow) March 5, 2024
Also, he thinks a team like the Dallas Cowboys shouldn’t hesitate to sign him to a huge contract if he becomes available.
A 6-foot-3, 305-pound physical specimen, he’s elite at getting pressure on the inside.
He’s coming off his first Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections after logging career bests with 13.0 sacks, 33 quarterback hits, and 56 combined tackles.
He was a disruptive defensive force on the line of scrimmage and a guy who showed a great nose for getting to the opposing quarterback.
Needless to say, the Ravens will look to hold onto him for as long as they can, and he’s a prime candidate to get the franchise tag.
He was a third-round pick back in 2020 and has been a centerpiece of their project, and they know they cannot afford to let him walk away without getting anything in return, so chances are they will tag-and-trade him if he doesn’t want to extend his stay there.
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