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Former Bengals coach Marvin Lewis joins Arizona State football staff as adviser

Former Bengals coach Marvin Lewis is joining Arizona State coach Herm Edwards' staff as a special adviser.

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With Gerald McCoy set to visit Ravens, is there still space for standout defensive tackle?

Defensive tackle Gerald McCoy reportedly plans to visit Baltimore on Tuesday and hear out the free-agent pitch from team officials.

By Jonas Shaffer

May 28, 2019

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Degrees of difficulty: Ranking the Ravens' 16 games in 2019, from easiest to hardest

The Ravens' 2019 schedule starts off relatively easy. Then it gets difficult, and fast.

By Jonas Shaffer

Apr 17, 2019

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Three prime-time games highlight Ravens' 2019 schedule, including home matchup vs. Patriots

The Ravens will play in three prime-time games and face five teams that advanced to the playoffs last season.

By Jonas Shaffer

Apr 17, 2019

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Ravens single-game tickets to go on sale minutes after NFL releases schedule Wednesday

The NFL will release the upcoming season schedule at 8 p.m. Wednesday.

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Preston: Browns might look like dream team, but this could still be a nightmare for Cleveland

The Browns appear to have loaded up for the 2019 season with their own dream team, but if there is one franchise that could turn this into a nightmare, it’s Cleveland.

By Mike Preston

Mar 22, 2019

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Mike Preston's observations on the greatest Ravens player ever, Eric DeCosta, Joe Flacco and more

It’s always a question of debate, but one that is easy to answer. Who is the greatest Ravens player in the team’s brief NFL history?

By Mike Preston

Mar 21, 2019

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Joe Flacco's five most memorable games as Ravens quarterback

Now that he's reportedly headed to the Denver Broncos in a trade, here's a look at Joe Flacco's five most memorable games as Ravens quarterback.

By Childs Walker

Feb 14, 2019

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Ed Reed's most memorable plays, and how they defined his Ravens career

With Reed one day away from his likely election to the Hall of Fame, we’re bringing back this March 2013 blog post on “The most Ed Reed-est plays in Ed Reed history.”

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Mike Preston's observations on NFL replay review, Todd Gurley's disappearing act and more

Before the NFL considers making pass interference calls subject to replay review, the league might want to consider what will happen in the future.

By Mike Preston

Jan 23, 2019

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Ravens DT Brandon Williams makes Pro Bowl for first time, plans to go to Hawaii, too

"I vowed to myself and to my wife that we could not take a trip to Hawaii until after I went to the Pro Bowl," Ravens DT Brandon Williams said in a statement after being named a Pro Bowler for the first time. "Honey, pack your bags!”

By Jonas Shaffer

Jan 15, 2019

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Ravens offseason to-do list: Help Lamar Jackson, trade Joe Flacco, decide on C.J. Mosley and more

Over the next three-plus month, the Ravens have a lot to do. Some priorities, though, are a little more important than others.

By Jonas Shaffer

Jan 13, 2019

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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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Eric Weddle helped the Ravens win the AFC North. Now he wants his ice cream truck.

Two weeks ago, an Annapolis native and Ravens fan promised him: "Eric I’ll buy you an ice cream truck if we win the division."

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 31, 2018

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'Would it not be us if we didn’t end it that way?' Ravens hold off Browns to advance to playoffs

The Ravens' 26-24 win secured the AFC’s No. 4 seed. They’ll face the fifth-seeded Los Angeles Chargers again next weekend, this time in Baltimore.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 31, 2018

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Preston: Ravens coach John Harbaugh delivered on major goal of 2018

Coach John Harbaugh deserves a lot of credit for getting the Ravens back into the postseason, columnist Mike Preston writes.

By Mike Preston

Dec 30, 2018

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Ravens clinch first playoff berth since 2014 in high-stakes season finale against Browns

Led by quarterback Lamar Jackson, the Ravens beat the Browns, 26-24, on Sunday to return to the NFL playoffs for the first time since 2014.

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Ravens notes: Alive and well, Terrell Suggs breaks franchise record for games played

Ravens outside linebacker Terrell Suggs played in his 229th career game, passing Ray Lewis for the franchise’s all-time leader in games.

By Edward Lee

Dec 30, 2018

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Passionate and patient, John Harbaugh has shepherded Ravens' midseason turnaround

"He's really let the players come into their own and not really try to force anything to happen,” left tackle Ronnie Stanley said.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 29, 2018

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Scouting report for Sunday's Ravens-Browns game

Find out how the Ravens stack up against the Cleveland Browns.

By Childs Walker

Dec 27, 2018

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Schmuck: Though 2018 has been a wild ride for the Ravens, all will be well if it ends well against the Browns

The past year has been a rocky one for the Ravens, but it will be all good if they take care of business against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

By Peter Schmuck

Dec 26, 2018

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Ravens favored against Browns with first AFC North title since 2012 on the line

The Ravens are six-point favorites over the Cleveland Browns ahead of their must-win regular-season finale Sunday, according to most Las Vegas betting lines.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 25, 2018

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Previously woebegone Browns head to town seeking to beat Ravens for a winning season

With their 26-18 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, the Browns (7-7-1) completed the biggest turnaround in franchise history. C

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Not to jump the gun, but tickets for a potential Ravens wild-card playoff game go on sale Wednesday

The Ravens announced Monday that tickets for a potential wild-card-round home playoff game will go on sale to the public at 11 a.m. Wednesday.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 24, 2018

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Ravens notes: With playoffs in sight, team is driven by 'gut-wrenching' experiences in past two years, Harbaugh says

The Ravens have been here before: in a position to make the playoffs with a late-season victory against a division opponent. This time they vow to seal the deal.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 24, 2018

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Ravens vs. Browns, Steelers vs. Bengals moved to 4:25 p.m. kickoffs Sunday

The Ravens' regular-season finale against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday has been pushed back to a 4:25 p.m. kickoff, the NFL announced Sunday night. The game was initially set to start at 1 p.m.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 24, 2018

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After Steelers' loss, Ravens' playoff path is clear: Win and they're in

Leading the AFC North for the first time since Week 6, the Ravens (9-6) can claim the division Sunday for the first time since 2012 with a win at home Sunday in their regular-season finale over the Cleveland Browns (7-7-1) or a loss by the Steelers (8-6-1) to the visiting Cincinnati Bengals (6-9).

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 23, 2018

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AFC playoff reset: Here's how Saturday's win and Steelers' loss Sunday have put Ravens in charge in AFC North

After a 22-10 win Saturday over the Los Angeles Chargers and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ loss Sunday to the New Orleans Saints, the Ravens (9-6) could win the AFC North and earn the No. 4 seed even without a win in Week 17 over the Cleveland Browns.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 23, 2018

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John Harbaugh to return as Ravens head coach in 2019, working on extension with team

John Harbaugh will return as Ravens head coach for the 2019 season, and is working on an extension to his existing contract, which expires after the 2019 season, the team announced Friday night.

By Childs Walker

Dec 21, 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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10 biggest Baltimore sports stories of 2018

At its core, 2018 was defined not by games but by the complex and sometimes tragic stories that accompany them.

By Childs Walker

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' C.J. Mosley, Eric Weddle and Marshal Yanda voted to Pro Bowl; two alternates named

It's the third straight year the Ravens have had at least three players make the all-star roster.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 18, 2018

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Ravens notes: Marty Mornhinweg hoping for return of Nick Boyle and his 'attitude'

Tight end Nick Boyle suffered a concussion in the second half of Sunday’s win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and did not participate in Tuesday’s walkthrough.

By Edward Lee

Dec 18, 2018

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AFC playoff reset: Here's how the Ravens can get in (and how they can be out of contention by Sunday night)

The Ravens would guarantee themselves an AFC playoff berth with two more victories. But if they lose Saturday night, they might not live to have a shot in Week 17.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 17, 2018

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Five Things We Learned from the Ravens' 20-12 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

From Marlon Humphrey's all-around excellence to the Ravens' precarious playoff hopes, here are five things we learned from the team's 20-12 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

By Childs Walker

Dec 17, 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: 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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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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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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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 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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Path to the playoffs: Which Week 13 games can help or hurt the Ravens?

They’re a long ways from clinching anything, but the Ravens can get some separation in Week 13.

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

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Preston: Passing might be more of a need than option this week for Ravens rookie Lamar Jackson

Sunday’s opponent, the Atlanta Falcons, aren’t any better defensively than the Bengals and Raiders but Ravens officials will get a better read on the progress of Lamar Jackson, who will likely be making his first NFL road start.

By Mike Preston

Nov 29, 2018

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Ravens QB Joe Flacco limited in return to practice, but availability Sunday is unclear

Joe Flacco participated in throwing drills with Lamar Jackson and Robert Griffin III in practice on Thursday but appeared limited.

By Jonas Shaffer

Nov 29, 2018

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Ravens notes: Alex Collins, James Hurst on the mend; Gus Edwards misses practice

Right tackle James Hurst (back, calf) returned to Ravens practice for the first time since Oct. 19. Running back Alex Collins did not, but said his injured foot is much improved.

By Edward Lee

Nov 28, 2018

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After two wins in Baltimore, Lamar Jackson ready to take the Ravens' show on the road

John Harbaugh declined to say whether Joe Flacco has been cleared to practice, offering only that the longtime starter is "progressing very well."

By Jonas Shaffer

Nov 28, 2018

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WR John Brown hungry to regain early-season form for Ravens

Back-to-back wins by the Ravens have masked a certain exasperation from wide receiver John Brown on his lack of productivity in November.

By Edward Lee

Nov 28, 2018