Center Tyler Linderbaum speaks on Detroit's defense and Ravens team chemistry

Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Tyler Linderbaum shared insights into the challenges posed by Detroit's defensive front and discussed the team’s dynamics during a recent interview. When asked about Detroit's defensive strengths besides star pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson, Linderbaum praised the unit's collective effort.

"I think the group overall plays really well together. They have some really good, tough, hard-nosed players," Linderbaum stated. The Ravens are preparing for a marquee Monday Night Football game at home, which Linderbaum views as a strategic advantage for the team.

"It helps a little bit. We got another day of preparation, we've got the best quarterback in the league, and it's just the excitement to play in front of our fans, play in front of the world and obviously try to put on a show," he said.

Regarding contract negotiations, Linderbaum highlighted the team's ability to stay focused despite external distractions. Although the Ravens chose not to exercise his fifth-year option, he emphasized that the team has maintained its focus on playing football.

"We have agents for a reason. We let them handle that, and I think we have a good core group of guys to not really let that be our main focus," Linderbaum explained. "At the end of the day, our job is to play football at a really high level."

When asked about the possibility of remaining with Baltimore long-term, Linderbaum responded diplomatically.

"Obviously that's always the end goal, but right now my focus is just playing at the highest level possible for the Ravens right now," he said.

As he enters his second year under offensive coordinator Todd Monken's system, Linderbaum has noticed significant personal growth.

"Each year you're gonna gain more and more confidence. It just comes with reps over time, seeing different defenses, seeing different looks, getting more chemistry with the guys playing next to you," he explained.

Linderbaum credited his teammates, especially the skill position players, for making his job easier.

"It is a good group, a hard working group, and at the end of the day we've got the best running back in the league and the best quarterback in the league, so they make our jobs a little easier," he added.

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