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3 clusters · 19 sources · 41 days · First seen 3 months ago · Last updated about 2 months ago

Ravens Zay Flowers signs record extension

Overview

On August 3, 2026 the Baltimore Ravens confirmed a four‑year, $140 million extension for wide receiver Zay Flowers, guaranteeing $108 million and an average annual value of $35 million, tying him with Justin Jefferson for the fourth‑highest AAV among NFL wideouts and becoming the largest non‑quarterback deal in franchise history. The contract, which runs through the 2031 season, follows the team’s exercise of Flowers’ fifth‑year option for 2027 and reflects GM Eric DeCosta’s commitment to retain the player who has expressed a desire to stay in Baltimore. In 2025 Flowers posted 86 receptions for 1,211 yards and five touchdowns, accounting for 36.9 % of the Ravens’ total receiving output and marking his second consecutive 1,000‑yard season as quarterback Lamar Jackson’s primary target. Drafted 22nd overall in 2023, he has earned two Pro Bowl selections and is praised by head coach Jesse Minter for his work ethic, versatility and chemistry with the offense.

Entities

Justin Jefferson · Jesse Minter · Baltimore Ravens · Zay Flowers · National Football League

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 11 SOURCES] Zay Flowers signed a four‑year contract extension with the Baltimore Ravens worth $140 million.
[● 11 SOURCES] The extension includes $108 million guaranteed.
[● 11 SOURCES] The deal gives Flowers an average annual value of $35 million, tying him with Justin Jefferson for the fourth‑highest among NFL wide receivers.
[● 11 SOURCES] Flowers recorded 86 receptions for 1,211 yards and five touchdowns in the 2025 season.
[● 10 SOURCES] Flowers was drafted in the first round, 22nd overall, in the 2023 NFL Draft.
[● 10 SOURCES] The contract is the largest non‑quarterback deal in Ravens franchise history.
[● 9 SOURCES] Flowers was selected to the Pro Bowl in both 2024 and 2025.
[● 7 SOURCES] Flowers' 1,211 receiving yards in 2025 accounted for 36.9 % of the Ravens' total receiving yards.

Timeline

about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 16 sources
Baltimore Ravens sign WR Zay Flowers to $140 million contract extension
The Ravens gave WR Zay Flowers a four‑year, $140 million extension with $108 million guaranteed, tying him for the fourth‑highest NFL wide‑receiver salary and securing the team's top pass‑catcher through 2031.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Baltimore Ravens receiver Zay Flowers sparks contract extension talks
Ravens WR Zay Flowers, franchise leader in catches and yards, is slated for a contract extension likely worth $30‑35 M annually, despite size concerns and modest touchdown totals.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Baltimore Ravens poised to extend WR Zay Flowers with record $35M‑plus deal
The Ravens are likely to extend WR Zay Flowers before Week 1, with a projected contract over $35 million annually, the highest for a non‑QB in franchise history.

Sources

4for4.com · archynetys.com · heavy.com · hindi.sportskeeda.com · msn.foxsports.com · news.az · nfltraderumors.co · nuevolaredo.tv · nypost.com · profootballrumors.com · si.com · sportskeeda.com · sportsnaut.com · themirror.com · triblive.com · world-today-news.com · wsau.com · wtop.com · wtvbam.com

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