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Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome's fondness for Alabama players is well-documented. The Ravens have drafted seven Alabama players in franchise history, tied with Oklahoma for the most among any school, and they've had particular success finding quality Crimson Tide linebackers.

Guaranteed to get an impact defensive player or top offensive tackle, the Ravens might not trade back. But the possibility always exists with Ozzie Newsome

Adidas seeks to create buzz even at Under Armour-sponsored NFL combine

Ravens outside linebacker Elvis Dumervil says the Ravens have "been taken advantage of" by NFL officials on their way to a 4-8 record this season.

The Ravens vaunted rush defense is ready for the challenge of Rams running back Todd Gurley.

A league spokesman said the Jacksonville Jaguars should have been called for a false start penalty on their final offensive snap, which would have ended the game and given the Ravens a win.

No more excuses. This Ravens team just finds ways to lose, not win. Good teams don't lose to Browns, Raiders and Jaguars.

Analysis of the Ravens' and Jaguars' offense, defense, special teams and intangibles.

Analysis of the Ravens and San Diego Chargers' offense, defense, special teams and intangibles heading into Sunday's 1 p.m. kickoff.

A day later, the league acknowledges that referee Ronald Torbert didn't see Ravens offensive lineman John Urschel declare himself as eligible.

The Ravens are 1-6 and buried in last place in the AFC North division following their 26-18 loss to the Arizona Cardinals Monday night. They are a contender for the first overall pick in the NFL draft, not a playoff spot. Their season has been a disaster.

Arizona Cardinals running back Chris Johnson rushed 18 times for 122 yards and a touchdown Monday night including the infamous 62 yards in the third quarter where he laid on defensive tackle Brandon Williams after a short run, got up because he never hit the ground, and finished off the play at the Ravens 8-yard line.

If you watch the Ravens long enough during this 2015 season, you'll inevitably get a reminder of why a season that once held such most promise has dissolved into one of the most disappointing years in franchise history.

Analysis of the Ravens and Arizona Cardinals' offense, defense, special teams and intangibles.

In an unrivaled third act with the 4-2 Arizona Cardinals, whom the Ravens face on Monday Night Football, Carson Palmer is looking much more like the quarterback who gave them fits through the late-2000s than the one who as recently as three years ago looked to be playing himself out of the NFL.

In an unrivaled third act with the 4-2 Arizona Cardinals, whom the Ravens face on Monday Night Football, Carson Palmer is looking much more like the quarterback who gave them fits through the late-2000s than the one who as recently as three years ago looked to be playing himself out of the NFL.

Hey Cole Beasley, you're going to be in high demand in fantasy football this week. You, too, Donte Moncrief.

Cleveland Browns coach Mike Pettine told Sports Illustrated¿s Don Banks that his organization has discussed signing former Ravens running back Ray Rice.

The NFL had the Ravens and teams with a similar free-agent philosophy in mind when the league shifted a key date this year. Instead of having the compensatory draft pick formula count against teams when they signed unrestricted free agents prior to June 1, the league moved the date up to Tuesday.

There's been a lot of speculation that free agent-to-be Justin Forsett will follow Gary Kubiak and sign with the Denver Broncos, but the move wouldn't make a ton of sense for both player and team.

As the Ravens (7-5) square off with the Miami Dolphins (7-5) on Sunday at Sun Life Stadium, here¿s Baltimore Sun reporter Aaron Wilson¿s checklist of things to keep an eye on.

Jeff Zrebiec breaks down what to look for when the Ravens play the Miami Dolphins at Sun Life Stadium.

Towson running back Terrance West discusses his expectations for his Pro Day, which will be held Monday at the school.

Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice has not rumbled into the second or third level often this season, but it seems that whenever he has, he has often been dragged down by the first defender he encounters. His inability to force missed tackles is symptomatic of the entire Ravens offense, whose playmakers usually haven't been able to wiggle free whenever they have met resistance this season.

A collection of what other media outlets are saying as the Ravens prepare for Sunday's game at M&T Bank Stadium against the Green Bay Packers.

Navy and Air Force will face each other before a record sellout crowd at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium after two tumultuous days when the teams practiced for a game they weren't sure would be played because of the U.S. government shutdown.

Through two games, it has been a beast-or-famine season for the Houston Texans' defense.

Led by All-Pro defensive end J.J. Watt, the Texans have one of the most aggressive and physical 3-4 defensive fronts in the NFL.

No immediate reason was disclosed, but Smith did have his calf wrapped during practice Saturday at the Ravens' training complex.

As far as former Pro Bowl rush linebacker Terrell Suggs is concerned, there's no reason to overreact to a lackluster outing during a 27-23 win over the Falcons.

Saturday¿s outdoor practice started at 2:45 p.m. and ended at 5:20. The sun was out for most of the workout with temperatures hovering in the high 70¿s. Players were in full pads after having Friday off from practice following Thursday¿s 27-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

The Ravens reported no serious injuries with outside linebacker Elvis Dumervil suffering a slight groin injury and rookie safety Matt Elam tweaked his ankle, according to coach John Harbaugh.

Tight end Dallas Clark practiced with the Ravens for the first time and immediately made a favorable impression. With Thursday's preseason game looming, it was a light practice in terms of competitiveness, but Clark had three touchdowns inside the 20.

Newly signed slot receiver Brandon Stokley practiced with the Ravens for the first time Monday, but it was obvious that he was unfamiliar with his new teammates and what he was supposed to be doing on a few plays, which is understandable considering he was lining up on his couch a few days ago.

Sunday's open practice at M&T Bank Stadium started at 5:00 p.m. and ended around 7:15. Approximately 2,500 fans attended. It was partially cloudy and temperatures were in the mid 80s. Players wore full pads for the second straight practice.

Matt Vensel recaps Baltimore Ravens training camp for August 10, 2013.

After getting hurt in Thursday's preseason opener, both Deonte Thompson and Bernard Pierce missed practice today for Ravens.