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Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens are going into the 2026 season expecting to compete for a Super Bowl berth. Their 8-9 record last season hasn’t deterred expectations going into this season. Realistically, fans will expect the team to be competitive any year that Jackson is under center. Unfortunately, an important piece of Baltimore’s offense suffered a brutal injury. Here are the details. Breaking: Packers Sign Former Vikings Stud 26 Days Prior To Matchup – What We Know – Gridiron Heroics Lamar Jackson Suffers Massive Loss After His Offensive Lineman Goes Down Among the Baltimore Ravens‘ players who left practice Wednesday was center Danny Pinter on a cart. While participating in joint sessions with the Minnesota Vikings, Pinter went down with the injury. The starting center position has been fiercely contested by Pinter. The news was first reported by NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. As Tyler Linderbaum left in free agency, Pinter was vying for the center spot. He was signed to a one-year contract by the Ravens this offseason. On the field, teammates quickly surrounded him and new Head coach Jesse Minter ran over to check on him. As staff loaded him onto the cart, the entire offensive line gathered around. There is no information about the severity of the injury. Throughout camp, Pinter had taken most of the first-team snaps. #Ravens C Danny Pinter was carted off a short while ago at the joint practice with the #Vikings. Pinter has been vying for the starting spot after Tyler Linderbaum left in free agency. — Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) August 19, 2026 The six seasons Pinter spent with the Colts provided him with valuable experience. Over the course of his career, he started 10 games at center and guard. He was regarded as a steady veteran presence by the Ravens. In addition to Ethan Pocic, Jovaughn Gwyn was also considered for the position. Since joining recently, Pocic has gained more experience as a starter. It may be possible for him to take over the role due to the injury. Lamar Jackson’s protection has already been questioned. Both the run and pass games require a healthy center. As soon as Danny Pinter joined the Ravens, he made an impression. Protection calls are made and the line is set by the center.