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  • Joe Flacco, Ravens confident in Gino Gradkowski

    Joe Flacco, Ravens confident in Gino Gradkowski

    Besides trading wide receiver Anquan Boldin to the San Francisco 49ers, the Ravens' other big adjustment on offense is the retirement of six-time Pro Bowl center Matt Birk.

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    Ravens' salary cap update: $6.049 million available

    Ravens' salary cap update: $6.049 million available

    Now that the Ravens have concluded the majority of their offseason business and minicamps, they are $6.049 million under the NFL salary cap limit of $123 million.

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    Ravens to hold one training camp practice apiece at Navy, M&T Bank Stadium and Stevenson

    Ravens to hold one training camp practice apiece at Navy, M&T Bank Stadium and Stevenson

    For the second year in a row, the Ravens will conduct one training camp practice apiece at M&T Bank Stadium, the Naval Academy and Stevenson University.

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    Chuck Pagano named George Halas Award winner

    Chuck Pagano named George Halas Award winner

    Indianapolis Colts coach Chuck Pagano has been named the 44th George Halas Award winner, voted on by the Pro Football Writers of America

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    A year makes big difference for Bryant McKinnie

    A year makes big difference for Bryant McKinnie

    A year has made a big difference for Ravens offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie, dramatically improving his standing with the Super Bowl champions.

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    Top highlights of the Ravens' offseason

    Top highlights of the Ravens' offseason

    This weekend was the first time the Ravens got to exhale this offseason. Offseason? What offseason? Since winning Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans, it's been non-stop for the Ravens. They had a parade through the streets of Baltimore. They lost nine starters because of retirements, free agency and a trade. They drafted some of the replacements and signed free agents to fill the gaps. They spent an afternoon at the White House with President Barack Obama. They had a lavish ceremony to receive their championship rings. In between there were OTAs and a mandatory minicamp. Now it's officially summer break for the Ravens. Here are highlights of the "offseason."

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    John Harbaugh reflects on Father's Day

    John Harbaugh reflects on Father's Day

    Jack Harbaugh is a fixture at Ravens practices, games and meetings, often speaking to the team or passing on his thoughts privately to coach John Harbaugh.

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    Harbaugh, Ravens' coaches teach fundamentals at second annual football clinic

    Harbaugh, Ravens' coaches teach fundamentals at second annual football clinic

    Instead of just delivering words at the Ravens' second annual football clinic, coach John Harbaugh jumped into the action and delivered a few spirals Saturday morning at the Reisterstown Sportsplex.

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    Ravens have seen a lot of growth from Jimmy Smith

    Ravens have seen a lot of growth from Jimmy Smith

    Shadowing wide receiver Torrey Smith, cornerback Jimmy Smith flipped his hips and matched his stride step for step.

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    Ravens not expected to pursue veteran receiver at this time, sources say

    Ravens not expected to pursue veteran receiver at this time, sources say

    The Ravens aren't planning to pursue acquiring a veteran wide receiver at this time, according to league sources.

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    Defensive lineman Chris Canty had a dominant minicamp for Ravens

    Defensive lineman Chris Canty had a dominant minicamp for Ravens

    With his towering height and impressive wingspan, defensive lineman Chris Canty is one of the most imposing players on the Ravens roster.

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    Mike Preston's Ravens observations from final day of team's minicamp

    Mike Preston's Ravens observations from final day of team's minicamp

    Baltimore Sun columnist Mike Preston shares his analysis on the final day of the Ravens' mandatory minicamp at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills.

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    Ravens reserve RB Damien Berry arrested on failure to appear warrant stemming from traffic citations

    Ravens reserve RB Damien Berry arrested on failure to appear warrant stemming from traffic citations

    Ravens reserve running back Damien Berry was arrested Tuesday night by Baltimore County police on a failure to appear warrant stemming from a charge of driving with a suspended license, according to court records.

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    Tavon Austin signs $12.751 million Rams rookie deal

    Tavon Austin signs $12.751 million Rams rookie deal

    Former Dunbar star Tavon Austin has signed his first NFL contract, and it's a big one.

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    Elam picking things up fast for Ravens

    Elam picking things up fast for Ravens

    There were numerous times over the past three days when Matt Elam had a running back or wide receiver in his sight and a great angle to deliver a punishing hit but all the Ravens’ rookie safety could do was simulate a tackle and run right past the ball carrier.

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    NFL institutes new policy limiting size, type of bags fans can bring into games

    NFL institutes new policy limiting size, type of bags fans can bring into games

    The NFL has instituted a new policy that will limit the size and type of bags that fans can bring into stadiums at games.

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    Ravens linebacker Adrian Hamilton leaves practice with injury

    Ravens linebacker Adrian Hamilton leaves practice with injury

    Ravens outside linebacker Adrian Hamilton went down with an injury after landing awkwardly during team minicamp today. He was on the ground for several minutes in obvious pain.

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    Undrafted Ravens rookie cornerback Moe Lee draws praise

    Undrafted Ravens rookie cornerback Moe Lee draws praise

    It's not often that undrafted rookies get mentioned in the same breath as first-round draft picks.

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    Aaron Wilson's Ravens observations from Day 2 of team minicamp

    Aaron Wilson's Ravens observations from Day 2 of team minicamp

    As the Ravens enter the final day of their mandatory minicamp, here are five observations on what's been going on with the Super Bowl champions.

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    As Ravens' starting fullback, Kyle Juszczyk looking forward to 'knocking heads'

    As Ravens' starting fullback, Kyle Juszczyk looking forward to 'knocking heads'

    The true litmus tests await Ravens rookie fullback Kyle Juszczyk during training camp and in actual games.

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    Jacoby Jones moves up depth chart as No. 2 Ravens receiver

    Jacoby Jones moves up depth chart as No. 2 Ravens receiver

    Jacoby Jones is currently the starting wide receiver opposite Torrey Smith on the Ravens' depth chart.

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    Daryl Smith ready to jump in with Ravens defense

    Daryl Smith ready to jump in with Ravens defense

    Veteran linebacker Daryl Smith had a blade of grass sticking to his head along with a smile that wouldn't quit following his second practice since joining the Ravens.

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    Scuffle breaks out at Ravens practice

    Scuffle breaks out at Ravens practice

    There was a heavyweight scuffle at the Ravens' minicamp Wednesday afternoon.

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    Minicamp report Day 2: Omar Brown sidelined, Haloti Ngata working on the side

    Minicamp report Day 2: Omar Brown sidelined, Haloti Ngata working on the side

    For the second consecutive day, Pro Bowl defensive tackle Haloti Ngata was a limited participant at a mandatory minicamp.

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    Joe Flacco says Ravens' offense ahead of the curve

    Joe Flacco says Ravens' offense ahead of the curve

    As far as Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is concerned, the offense is already far ahead of the learning curve.

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    Ravens safety Matt Elam inks deal with Under Armour

    Ravens safety Matt Elam inks deal with Under Armour

    Ravens first-round rookie safety Matt Elam has signed a multi-year endorsement deal with Under Armour, according to his publicist, Ashley Kerns.

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    Mike Preston's Ravens observations from Day 1 of team minicamp

    Mike Preston's Ravens observations from Day 1 of team minicamp

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    Retired from Ravens, Rolando McClain back in school at Alabama

    Retired from Ravens, Rolando McClain back in school at Alabama

    Retired from the NFL to deal with personal issues, trouble-prone former Ravens middle linebacker Rolando McClain is back in school at Alabama.

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    With Leach cut, Juszczyk becomes starting fullback

    With Leach cut, Juszczyk becomes starting fullback

    The Ravens obtained $3 million in salary-cap space Tuesday when they officially cut Pro Bowl fullback Vonta Leach.

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    Ravens' Arthur Brown, Albert McClellan making progress after offseason surgeries

    Ravens' Arthur Brown, Albert McClellan making progress after offseason surgeries

    Ravens rookie inside linebacker Arthur Brown continues to make steady progress as he recuperates from sports hernia surgery.

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    Vonta Leach to visit Dolphins on Wednesday, source says

    Vonta Leach to visit Dolphins on Wednesday, source says

    Cut by the Ravens today, Pro Bowl fullback Vonta Leach is already in demand as a free agent.

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    Yanda recovering from shoulder surgery, expected back by training camp

    Yanda recovering from shoulder surgery, expected back by training camp

    Pro Bowl offensive guard Marshal Yanda underwent offseason shoulder surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff and is sidelined for the Ravens' mandatory minicamp.

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    Minicamp report: Marshal Yanda not practicing, Terrell Suggs noticeably lighter

    Minicamp report: Marshal Yanda not practicing, Terrell Suggs noticeably lighter

    Pro Bowl offensive guard Marshal Yanda wasn't practicing or on the field at today's mandatory minicamp.

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    ABOUT THE BLOGGERS


    Jeff Zrebiec has been with The Sun since 2000 and covered the Orioles from 2005 through 2011. A New Jersey native, he was a 2001 graduate of Loyola University in Baltimore. He also has covered University of Maryland basketball and college lacrosse during his time with The Sun.

    Aaron Wilson joined The Baltimore Sun in August 2012 after 11 years at the Carroll County Times. He's entering his 12th year on the Ravens' beat. He has previously covered the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans. Wilson attended East Carolina University.

    Matt Vensel joined The Baltimore Sun in February 2011 after three years at b free daily, where he covered the highs and lows of Baltimore sports. Vensel is a 2005 graduate of Penn State and has a master's in professional writing from Towson University.

    Mike Preston has been with The Baltimore Sun since 1983. Prior to becoming a columnist in 2000, he covered the Ravens for four years. Preston is a native of Essex and a graduate of Towson State University, where he played football.

    Edward Lee has been with The Baltimore Sun since 1995 and began covering the Ravens just prior to the 2006 season. A New Jersey native, he is a University of Maryland graduate who also covers college lacrosse for The Baltimore Sun in the spring.

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