Tough decisions down the road for Ravens

As the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Ravens had an extremely eventful offseason where they overhauled their roster and dealt with a tight salary-cap situation by making a series of tough decisions.

Nick Saban supportive of Rolando McClain's decision to step away from NFL

Alabama coach Nick Saban has maintained a strong relationship with Rolando McClain ever since the middle linebacker played for the Crimson Tide as a consensus All-American and Butkus Award winner.

Will Pericak got biggest signing bonus among Ravens' undrafted rookies

The Ravens haven't traditionally been big spenders when it comes to signing undrafted rookie free agents.

Rolando McClain says he retired to focus on 'getting my personal life together'

Following his abrupt move to retire Wednesday at the age of 23, Ravens middle linebacker Rolando McClain issued a statement Thursday explaining his decision.

Ravens' salary cap update: $1.986 million available with Rolando McClain retirement

With the sudden retirement of middle linebacker Rolando McClain, the Ravens are now $1.986 million under the NFL salary cap limit of $123 million.

Mike Preston: So far, so good for Ravens with Bryant McKinnie

So far, all is good as far as left offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie and the Ravens.

Taking stock at Ravens' inside linebacker position minus Rolando McClain

The abrupt retirement of trouble-prone inside linebacker Rolando McClain shouldn't necessarily have a major impact on the state of the Ravens at the position.

Consumed by other endeavors, Ayanbadejo not sweating potential end of playing days

Cut by the Ravens in early April, linebacker and special teams standout Brendon Ayanbadejo still hasn’t ruled out playing in the NFL during the 2013 season. He works out daily and keeps himself ready in case a team calls and the situation is right.

Former Ravens first-rounder Mark Clayton retiring

Former Ravens wide receiver Mark Clayton is retiring from the NFL.

Mike Preston: Ravens never should have signed Rolando McClain

Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome was having a great offseason as far as acquisitions and building the team, but the Ravens are embarrassed by linebacker Rolando McClain's announced retirement.

Rolando McClain informs Ravens that he will retire

Troubled inside linebacker Rolando McClain informed Ravens officials Wednesday that he will retire from the NFL, a decision he reached before participating in one practice with his new team.

Ravens adding undrafted Kansas quarterback Dayne Crist

The Ravens are adding undrafted quarterback Dayne Crist to the roster, according to a source.

Ravens to get their Super Bowl rings on June 7

The Ravens will distribute their Super Bowl XLVII rings to players and coaches at a private ring ceremony June 7, according to a news release.

Ravens add undrafted Georgia wide receiver Marlon Brown, cut Gerrard Sheppard

The Ravens have added undrafted Georgia wide receiver Marlon Brown to the roster and cut former Towson wide receiver Gerrard Sheppard.

Ravens linebacker Adrian Hamilton hopes to earn increased role

It was a quiet rookie season for Ravens outside linebacker Adrian Hamilton.

Ryan McBean visits Chiefs

Veteran free agent defensive lineman Ryan McBean visited the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday, according to a source.

Dennis Pitta signs restricted tender, Ravens sign four undrafted rookies

Ravens tight end Dennis Pitta has signed his $2.023 million second-round restricted tender.

Tavon Austin dealing with stresses of fame, pending fortune

When former Dunbar star Tavon Austin signs his rookie contract with the St. Louis Rams, the Baltimore native will suddenly become a rich man.

Ray Rice wants to become an even bigger receiving threat

Since he entered the NFL five years ago, no running back has caught as many passes as Ray Rice.

Ray Rice envisions different roles for fullbacks Juszczyk, Leach

After the Ravens drafted Harvard fullback Kyle Juszczyk in the fourth round, Pro Bowl running back Ray Rice decided to check out a few highlights.

After fulfilling promise, Ray Rice continues to give back to community

As he stood in front of hundreds of kids last year at his football clinic at Calvert Hall, Ray Rice made a promise to those in the crowd.

Tandon Doss says he's quicker, stronger, ready for increased role

The fly pattern run out of town by veteran wide receiver Anquan Boldin via a trade to the San Francisco 49ers created an instant void at wide receiver for the Ravens.

Versatility could be key in Ravens' crowded offensive line picture

Over the last couple of weeks, the Ravens have added and retained seven offensive linemen, further complicating what figures to be one of the more competitive -- if not interesting -- position battles in training camp.

Ravens' salary cap update: $1.695 million available

The Ravens are $1.695 million under the NFL salary cap limit of $123 million.

Tandon Doss kicking off upcoming National Kids to Parks Day

Growing up in Indianapolis, Ravens wide receiver Tandon Doss was always outside playing.

Kenny Tate invited to try out for Eagles

Former University of Maryland safety Kenny Tate has been invited to the Philadelphia Eagles' rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.

Breaking down Bryant McKinnie's two-year deal with the Ravens

Ravens left tackle Bryant McKinnie's two-year contract has a base value of $6.3 million that includes a $2 million bonus, according to a source with knowledge of the deal, with a maximum value of nearly $7 million.

Ravens acquire center A.Q. Shipley in trade with Colts, says he's 'fired up'

Looking to add some competition for Gino Gradkowski and more versatility along the offensive line, the Ravens agreed to send a conditional 2014 draft pick today to the Indianapolis Colts for center A.Q. Shipley, both teams announced.

Ravens reach deals with undrafted defensive backs Moe Lee, Gary Walker

The Ravens have reached contract agreements with undrafted rookie defensive backs Moe Lee and Gary Walker.

Lions sign sixth-rounder Corey Fuller to $2.28 million deal

The Detroit Lions have signed former Woodlawn wide receiver Corey Fuller to a four-year, $2.28 million contract that includes a $123,100 signing bonus.