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Ravens, quarterback Robert Griffin III agree in principle to two-year deal

Robert Griffin III, whom the Ravens signed to a one-year deal last season, backed up rookie Lamar Jackson after starter Joe Flacco hurt his hip in Week 9.

By Jonas Shaffer

Mar 21, 2019

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Reunited at last: Ravens' Tony Jefferson helps ex-teammate Justin Bethel land in Baltimore

In a matter of hours Friday, Justin Bethel, the former Falcon and three-time Pro Bowl selection, had a new NFL home in Baltimore.

By Jonas Shaffer

Mar 19, 2019

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Ravens agree to two-year deal with cornerback Justin Bethel, a special teams mainstay

The Ravens signed Justin Bethel, who played exclusively on special teams for the Atlanta Falcons last season.

By Jonas Shaffer

Mar 15, 2019

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With record extension, undersized Ravens slot cornerback Tavon Young is finally a big deal

“This is a big contract,” Ravens coach John Harbaugh said of a three-year contract extension with cornerback Tavon Young that's reportedly worth $25.8 million. “This is a big number. This is a record-setting number."

By Jonas Shaffer

Feb 22, 2019

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The Ravens can't duplicate the Patriots' dynasty, but they can learn from it. Here's how.

If the Ravens want to build on last season’s playoff run, they can look to the Patriots for blueprints.

By Jonas Shaffer

Feb 8, 2019

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Carter: Rooting guide for Super Bowl LIII

Let’s be honest, you’re going to watch the Super Bowl tonight. You might feel indifferent about the two teams playing if you’re one of the many who will tune into the Super Bowl so you have something to talk about at the office tomorrow morning, so I've put together this rooting guide.

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Ed Reed becomes third homegrown Raven selected for Pro Football Hall of Fame

Reed joined former teammates Jonathan Ogden and Ray Lewis as he breezed to election in the first year he was eligible.

By Childs Walker

Feb 2, 2019

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Ed Reed to learn Saturday if he's the third Ravens draftee to become a first-ballot Pro Football Hall of Famer

Ed Reed left a unique mark on the Ravens and the NFL in his 12 years as a big-play safety. On Saturday, Reed could become the third homegrown Raven, after Jonathan Ogden and Ray Lewis, to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.

By Childs Walker

Feb 2, 2019

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Digest (Jan.. 19): Vini Dantas records hat trick as Blast handle Heat, 6-5

Vini Dantas had a hat trick as the Blast defeated the visiting Harrisburg Heat, 6-5, on Saturday nigh in a Major Arena Soccer League game. Andrew Hoxie scored

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Ravens film study: In run to playoffs, defense has made all the necessary stops

Over the second half of the season, driven by smart play and bold calls, there has been perhaps no better closer in football than the Ravens defense.

By Jonas Shaffer

Jan 2, 2019

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Lamar Jackson will be the youngest QB to start a playoff game, and that's not a bad thing

While fresh-faced quarterbacks have struggled in postseason play, it hasn’t exactly been a case of the young and the feckless.

By Jonas Shaffer

Jan 1, 2019

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Ravens notes: How a lion spike ended up in the locker room; WR Chris Moore is 'good to go'

“We were all in the pit with the lion last night, believe me," coach John Harbaugh said Monday.

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Ravens' top-ranked defense is on verge of history, both good and bad

Only one Ravens team has finished No. 1 in scoring defense and total defense. And only one NFL team hasn't made the playoffs with both top-ranked units.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 27, 2018

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Mike Preston: With dominant pass rush against Chargers, Ravens defense has reached new level

For years, the Ravens haven't been able to get a consistent pass rush, especially in big games against quality opponents. They did Saturday night against the Chargers.

By Mike Preston

Dec 23, 2018

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Mike Preston: John Harbaugh could be out even if Ravens make playoffs

It is the unwritten rule that almost everyone seems to accept as fact: If John Harbaugh’s Ravens do not make the playoffs, he will be fired as head coach. That might be true, but with a caveat: If the Ravens get into the playoffs and lose ugly in the first round, Harbaugh could be fired, too.

By Mike Preston

Dec 20, 2018

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Preston: Ravens need to show they can pull away from the pack, starting this week at Chargers

Teams that were super earlier this season like Kansas City, New Orleans, the Los Angeles Rams and even the New England Patriots now appear vulnerable and beatable.

By Mike Preston

Dec 19, 2018

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Ravens 20, Buccaneers 12: Live updates, everything you need to know during game vs. Buccaneers

Welcome to your Ravens-Buccaneers watching companion. Return here throughout Sunday’s 1 p.m. game for real-time recaps and analysis.

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How do the Ravens stop the NFL's top passing attack? It will start with their pass rush.

Jameis Winston has been sacked a lot recently, and the Buccaneers have allowed 94 quarterback hits this season, fourth most overall. The Ravens match up well with a high-performing pass rush.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 14, 2018

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Ravens rookie Orlando Brown Jr. is a smash-mouth tackle who thinks 'like a DB'

"I'm going to take gambles, man,” said Orlando Brown Jr., who was named the Ravens' starting right tackle Wednesday.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 13, 2018

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How Ravens coach John Harbaugh got from 'Flacco is our quarterback' to 'Joe will be the No. 2'

A lot has changed in nine months for the Ravens, as they've transitioned from Joe Flacco to Lamar Jackson at quarterback.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 13, 2018

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Ravens notes: John Harbaugh says safety Tony Jefferson is ‘close’ to returning

Starting safety Tony Jefferson has not been on the field since injuring his left ankle against the Raiders on Nov. 25, but coach John Harbaugh said he has his “fingers crossed" he will return soon.

By Edward Lee

Dec 12, 2018

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Ravens notes: Cornerback Marlon Humphrey could be bothered by groin injury 'for a while'

Second-year Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey entered Week 14 having allowed the lowest catch rate in the NFL since Week 7, according to Pro Football Focus.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 10, 2018

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Five Things We Learned from the Ravens' 27-24 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs

From the Ravens' lack of elite playmakers to their tense playoff outlook, here are five things we learned from their 27-24 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

By Childs Walker

Dec 10, 2018

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Inactive Ravens QB Joe Flacco was medically cleared but not prepared enough

John Harbaugh declined Friday to say who might start Sunday if both Lamar Jackson and Joe Flacco were available. Flacco was healthy but just didn't have enough preparation time.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 9, 2018

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Ravens notes: OL James Hurst, CB Marlon Humphrey expected to play Sunday

Cornerback Marlon Humphrey missed practice Wednesday and Thursday but returned Friday and is listed as questionable.

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Scouting report for Sunday's Ravens-Chiefs game

Find out who has the advantage ahead of the Ravens-Chiefs game.

By Childs Walker

Dec 7, 2018

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Back from injury, Ravens tackle James Hurst has his shoes on and his hopes up

Ravens offensive lineman James Hurst's possible return to action Sunday in Kansas City is knee-deep in irony.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 7, 2018

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Ravens notebook: Tavon Young expects to build on first NFL touchdown

Ravens notebook featuring Tavon Young's first NFL touchdown and Brandon Carr's nomination for Walter Payton Man of the Year.

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Ravens notes: Gains, near-loss mark Kenneth Dixon’s first game in 11 weeks

Ravens running back Kenneth Dixon is hoping to build on last week’s 17 snaps, but understands that Gus Edwards and Ty Montgomery are ahead of him.

By Edward Lee

Dec 5, 2018

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After missing game, QB Joe Flacco (right hip) back at practice for Ravens

John Harbaugh said Monday that Flacco could be cleared to play Sunday against the Chiefs by the end of the week.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 5, 2018

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Ravens film study: Terrell Suggs turns back the clock vs. Falcons

"You want to play your best football in December, and we did that today," Ravens outside linebacker Terrell Suggs said Sunday.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 5, 2018

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Ravens notes: Joe Flacco will 'ramp up' in practice this week

Team doctors likely won’t determine Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco’s availability for Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs until the end of the week.

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On Kareem Hunt, Ravens' John Harbaugh reluctant to make connection to Ray Rice

“I think that's just their situation,” Ravens coach John Harbaugh said of the Chiefs and Kareem Hunt. “I didn't give it too much thought, to be honest with you.”

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 3, 2018

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Five Things We Learned from the Ravens' 26-16 win over the Atlanta Falcons

From the Ravens achieving their finest defensive hour to resurgent efforts by Terrell Suggs and C.J. Mosley, here are five things we learned from their 26-16 win over the Atlanta Falcons.

By Childs Walker

Dec 3, 2018

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Peter Schmuck's report card after the Ravens' 26-16 win over the Falcons

Columnist Peter Schmuck grades the Ravens' performance in Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

By Peter Schmuck

Dec 2, 2018

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Ravens notes: After months of waiting, Kenneth Dixon is active and effective in return

“I really didn’t know the role, but I practiced very well,” Dixon said after rushing eight times for 37 yards.

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After a foot to the face, Ravens' Lamar Jackson gets good news and another win

In rookie Lamar Jackson’s absence, Robert Griffin III took his first snaps under center in a regular-season NFL game since Week 17 of the 2016 season.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 2, 2018

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After weeks of quarterback questions, Ravens defense steals the spotlight in win vs. Falcons

Against a high-flying Atlanta Falcons attack, it was the Ravens’ top-ranked defensive unit that again set forth the law of the land.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 2, 2018

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Schmuck: Joe Flacco might be close to coming back for Ravens, but Lamar Jackson probably isn't going anywhere

Joe Flacco is getting closer to being ready to play, but it's hard to imagine anyone but Lamar Jackson starting next week's game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

By Peter Schmuck

Dec 2, 2018

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Ravens-Falcons by the numbers

A look at some numbers from the Ravens’ 26-16 win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

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Instant analysis: With Lamar Jackson in and out, defense leads Ravens' 26-16 win over Falcons

With the road victory, the team’s third straight win overall since Lamar Jackson took over as starter, the Ravens (7-5) held on to the AFC’s sixth playoff spot.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 2, 2018

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Ravens QB Joe Flacco (right hip) inactive for third straight game

Cornerback Tavon Young, who missed the Ravens’ win last week over the Oakland Raiders with a groin injury, is active and expected to play.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 2, 2018

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Ravens 26, Falcons 16: Live updates, everything you need to know during game at Falcons

Welcome to your Ravens-Falcons watching companion. Return here throughout Sunday’s 1 p.m. game for real-time recaps and analysis.

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How to watch Ravens vs. Falcons: Week 13 game time, TV, odds and more

Here’s what you need to know about the Week 13 game between the Ravens (6-5) and Atlanta Falcons (4-7).

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 2, 2018

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Lamar Jackson has changed the Ravens' season, but it hasn't changed him

Rookie tight end Hayden Hurst on fellow Ravens rookie Lamar Jackson: “You pretty much know what you're going to get with him.”

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 1, 2018

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Ravens RB Alex Collins placed on injured reserve, ending his season; RB Kenneth Dixon activated

Alex Collins' IR designation by the Ravens comes almost three weeks after the emergence of undrafted rookie Gus Edwards.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 1, 2018

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'It's not a great place to be': Why Ravens QB Joe Flacco's hip injury is worrisome

Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco practiced on a limited basis for the second straight day Friday, and coach John Harbaugh did not rule him out for Sunday’s road game against the Atlanta Falcons.

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Ravens notes: RT James Hurst could play next week; RB Kenneth Dixon an 'option' Sunday

Injured Ravens right tackle James Hurst will be unavailable for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons but could play in Week 14, coach John Harbaugh said Friday.

By Jonas Shaffer

Nov 30, 2018

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Ravens safety Tony Jefferson (ankle) ruled out vs. Falcons; QB Joe Flacco doubtful

Coach John Harbaugh did not rule out the team’s longtime starter playing Sunday.

By Jonas Shaffer

Nov 30, 2018

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Ravens notes: Cornerback Jimmy Smith mum on recent play

Maybe Jimmy Smith is being humble or would prefer that his play do his talking. Either way, the Ravens cornerback is trying to stay out of the limelight and avoid questions about his improved play in recent weeks.

By Edward Lee

Nov 29, 2018