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WR Zay Flowers due big raise after Ravens pick up fifth-year option
TL;DR
The Baltimore Ravens have exercised the fifth-year option on wide receiver Zay Flowers' rookie contract, rewarding him for his impressive performance in 2025. Flowers recorded 86 receptions, 1,211 yards, and five touchdowns, solidifying his role as the team's top pass-catching option.
Key points
- Zay Flowers had 86 receptions and 1,211 yards in 2025
- He was selected for the Pro Bowl for the second consecutive year
- The Ravens exercised his fifth-year option on his rookie contract
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Wide receiver Zay Flowers emerged as the No. 1 pass-catching option for quarterback Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens in 2025.
The former first-round NFL draft pick turned in career highs of 86 receptions and 1,211 yards in 2025 on the way to a second consecutive Pro Bowl selection. He added five touchdowns, and his 118 targets represented 48 more than any other Ravens receiver or tight end.
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On Thursday, April 23, Baltimore rewarded Flowers for three years of consistency. The Ravens picked up the fifth-year option on Flowersâ rookie contract.
According to NFL analyst Jordan Schultz, that means Flowers will earn $28 million in 2027. He is set to earn just $2.66 million in base salary for 2026, per Spotrac.
NFL teams may exercise a fifth-year option on players who are first-round picks. The deadline to exercise the option is May 1 before the playerâs fourth season.
If a team declines the option, that player becomes a free agent after his fourth season. Picking up the option allows the team and player additional time to negotiate a long-term contract.
Flowers is open to those discussions. He is eligible for a long-term extension for the first time this offseason. âAbsolutely. I donât want to go nowhere else,â Flowers said, per the team website.
Q&A
What are Zay Flowers' career stats for the 2025 NFL season?
In the 2025 NFL season, Zay Flowers achieved career highs with 86 receptions, 1,211 yards, and five touchdowns.
Why did the Baltimore Ravens pick up Zay Flowers' fifth-year option?
The Ravens picked up Zay Flowers' fifth-year option to reward him for his consistent performance over three years and his emergence as the team's primary receiver.
How does Zay Flowers' performance impact the Ravens' offense?
Zay Flowers' performance as the No. 1 pass-catching option significantly enhances the Ravens' offense, contributing to quarterback Lamar Jackson's effectiveness and overall team success.
