Zay Flowers' Rising Value: Ravens' Smart Move?

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Baltimore Raven's wide receiver, Zay Flowers, is turning heads as one of the team's most

underpaid stars heading into next season.

The 2023 first round pick has a 5 year rookie option worth $27,300,000 for $20,27.

The highest among his draft class.

Right now though, his cap hit sits at just $4,500,000, ranking 50th among active receivers.

Flowers has shown steady growth over his three NFL seasons, including two straight years

with over 1,000 receiving yards each.

Last season alone, the 25 year old posted 1,211 yards and six touchdowns, earning back-to-back

Pro Bowl nods.

Fans and analysts see him as a cornerstone of the Raven's offense, arguably the second

most vital player behind Lamar Jackson.

Without his big playability, the passing game would struggle, even with talents like

Mark Andrews and Rashad Bateman in the mix.

Team Insider suggests skipping the 5th year option and favor of a long-term extension

now.

Locking him up early could land Baltimore in the top 10 for receiver pay and save millions

down the line, avoiding a risky holdout or loss like other.

Teams have faced.

As flowers keep climbing, the Ravens face a smart window to secure their rising star

before his value skyrockets even higher.