Baltimore Ravens Offensive Star Carted Off With Scary Injury At Joint Practice
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
Baltimore Ravens center Danny Pinter left practice on a cart Wednesday. The injury occurred during joint sessions with the Minnesota Vikings. Pinter had been competing hard for the starting role.
NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo first reported the news. Pinter was vying for the center spot after Tyler Linderbaum departed in free agency. The Ravens signed him this offseason to a one-year deal.
#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
Teammates quickly surrounded him on the field. Head coach Jesse Minter rushed over from the defensive side to check on the player. The entire offensive line gathered as staff loaded him onto the cart.
Details about the severity of the injury remain undisclosed. Minter said the team still awaited testing results. Pinter had taken most first-team snaps throughout camp.
Baltimore Ravens Center Battle Takes Major Hit
The Baltimore Ravens lost their top internal option at a key position. Tyler Linderbaum signed a massive deal with the Raiders earlier this year. That left a major hole in the middle of the offensive line.
Pinter brought valuable experience from six seasons with the Colts. He started 10 games over his career at center and guard. The Ravens viewed him as a steady veteran presence.
Ethan Pocic and Jovaughn Gwyn also competed for the job. Pocic joined recently and offered more starting experience. The injury could open the door for him to seize the role.
The unit already faced questions about protection for Lamar Jackson. A healthy center remains critical for both the run and pass game.
Why the Baltimore Ravens Need Center Stability
Danny Pinter made a strong impression during his first moments with the Ravens. The center makes protection calls and sets the line.
He started the preseason opener against the Eagles. Backup quarterback Tyler Huntley noted his decisive style after that game. The veteran approached every snap with full commitment.
Joint practices often bring physical intensity. The Ravens had largely avoided major injuries until this moment. Wide receiver Zay Flowers and others returned from earlier scares.
Fans and analysts now wait for further updates. The team travels for a preseason game against the Vikings this weekend. Depth at center suddenly looks thinner than expected.
Pinter’s absence would force quick adjustments. The Ravens must evaluate the remaining options closely. Maintaining offensive line health ranks as a top priority for the season.
