The Baltimore Ravens are trying to get some of their housekeeping figured out before the start of free agency. One of the big players they need to retain is right tackle Rick Wagner. Sadly for the Ravens, their initial offer was turned down, according to CBS Sports’ Jason La Canfora.

Ravens made an early attempt to get RT Ricky Wagner re-signed. Initial offer was rebuffed. He and Brandon Williams two FAs they want to keep — Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) February 13, 2017

Without more information on exactly what the offer was, there is little reason to panic. It’s likely it’s just as simple as throwing a lowball number out there to get negotiations started. From there, the two sides can continue to figure out where the other side stands and compromise to hit a number both are happy with. It’s rare in any negotiation to simply toss out the highest number you are willing to pay and walk away at the first denial.

Still, it might indicate that Wagner recognizes he is one of the premier right tackles in free agency and could command good money if he hits the open market. That knowledge could stretch negotiations out with Baltimore or even put him out of reach if he thinks his value is high enough.

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At only 27 years old, Wagner is a player the Ravens should really want to keep long-term so they can lock in their offensive line and maintain continuity for quarterback Joe Flacco.