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No, Cyrus Jones isn't a Patriots 'spy.' But the Ravens hope he can be a trusted returner
On Monday, the Ravens signed Cyrus Jones to their 53-man roster, a not-unexpected move for a team needing cornerback depth and another pair of hands at returner. It was Jones’ second trip to Baltimore in five weeks, which was also rather business as usual; the former Gilman star had spent about two weeks on the team’s practice squad last month, familiarizing himself with coaches and schemes.
What most concerned outside linebacker Terrell Suggs was the team that Jones had spent all of his other time with this season.
“They made a little joke about me...
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Jul 26, 2013; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Alfonzo Dennard (37) stretches during training camp at the practice fields of Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-139126
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Fact or fiction: Examining John Harbaugh's claims about the Ravens' halted rushing attack
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Preston: If the Ravens narrowly miss the playoffs again, they'll rue Sunday's loss to the Browns
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Ravens claim Gilman grad Cyrus Jones, waive returner-receiver Tim White
The Ravens announced Monday that they have claimed former Gilman standout and New England Patriots cornerback-returner Cyrus Jones off waivers.
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Eric Weddle plans to retire a Raven: 'I'm definitely not going to play for another team'
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In a Monday appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show” that was posted...
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When an NFL season is over, there is a game or a stretch of them that usually defines it. The Ravens are about to enter one of those periods.
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Preston: Latest NFL violation adds to Ravens' image problem
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Ravens sign ex-Terps cornerback to practice squad; Patriots claim Cyrus Jones
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AFC North presents an unsettled picture as Ravens prepare for Broncos in Week 3
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Staff picks for Sunday's Bills-Ravens game at M&T Bank Stadium
Staff picks for Sunday’s game between the Ravens and Bills at M&T Bank Stadium:
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Preston: A fast start for Ravens could create much-needed buzz in Baltimore
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Ravens notes: Added to practice squad this week, Cyrus Jones (Gilman) excited to get back to work
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Overseas Elite looking for its fourth straight The Basketball Tournament title tonight
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