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A pair of former Baltimore Ravens have tried out for NFL teams. According to league sources with knowledge of the situation, former Ravens sixth-round linebacker and special-teams contributor Prescott Burgess auditioned for the Cincinnati Bengals.

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Jameel McClain was standing on the edge of the field, watching backup Dannell Ellerbe take the majority of the workload opposite middle linebacker Ray Lewis during a 44-13 win over the Cincinnati Bengals.

Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Dean Pees picked his spots carefully, manufacturing just enough of a pass rush to keep Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton honest last night.

Roster cuts made by Ravens, down to 53 players

Despite Courtney Upshaw, Justin Boren scheduled to undergo MRIs, John Harbaugh doesn't offer much of an update on players dealing with ailments

The Ravens have retained defensive tackle Bryan Hall on their roster as they make cuts today, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

Baltimore Ravens rookie Courtney Upshaw, who was bothered throughout training camp by a sprained right shoulder, reinjured it in the second quarter of the Ravens¿ 31-17 loss.

When the Ravens open the preseason Thursday night against the Atlanta Falcons, barring a sudden setback, fans can rest assured that they will see Joe Flacco under center.

Aaron Wilson delivers his impressions on the Ravens roster from training camp.

Starting center has missed five consecutive practices because of back issues; Rookie Gino Gradkowski in line to start in next Thursday's game

Ravens rookie offensive lineman Gino Gradkowski has much to learn from veteran Matt Birk, alayer he may one day replace on the line.

Former Ravens defensive lineman Kemoeato is back, looking for second chance

STANDOUT PERFORMER NO. 1: Outside linebacker Sergio Kindle enjoyed a strong day. He finished with five sacks, including 2 1/2 sacks of quarterback Tyrod Taylor in a span of four plays. Kindle also came away with an interception off a Taylor pass tipped by rookie linebacker Nigel Carr.

Less than 24 hours before quarterbacks, rookies and players coming off injuries participate in their first practice of training camp, the Ravens made a roster move today, releasing guard Howard Barbieri.

Baltimore Sun reporter Jeff Zrebiec has news, notes and opinions on the Ravens' OTAs.

In New England, Pees had to make up for the loss of start middle linebacker Teddy Bruschi

Many of the eyes Wednesday at the Baltimore Ravens' first organized team activities (OTA) workout that was open to the media were fixated for a decent chunk of practice on the team's offensive line.

Jeff Zrebiec delivers some observations after the Baltimore Ravens' first OTA viewing of the offseason.

The Ravens¿ front office has long been admired for its decision making during the draft, but Ozzie Newsome, Eric DeCosta and Company also take great pride in the work that they do in the couple of hours following its conclusion. Offensive lineman Mike Flynn and linebackers Bart Scott, Jameel McClain and Dannell Ellerbe are among the undrafted free agents that the Ravens have signed and developed into key contributors.

Every weekday through Wednesday, the day before the first round of the NFL draft, The Sun will examine where the Ravens stand at each position, the likelihood that they will address that spot early in the draft and some of the prospects that they may consider. Today, we'll examine the offensive line:

Ravens' offseason voluntary workouts got started this morning with quarterback Joe Flacco in the building but as expected, without Pro Bowl running back Ray Rice.

"We have to upgrade the offensive line," Ravens coach John Harbaugh saud during the owners meetings Tuesday at The Breakers hotel in Palm Beach, Fla. "I don't even know if we have a full complement of linemen to be on our 53-man roster right now."

Evan Mathis turns down Ravens returns to the Eagles

We are less than three months away from the 2012 NFL draft. We have plenty of Ravens draft coverage in the works, but we are focused on tying up the loose ends from the 2011 season.

Veteran safety Ed Reed doesn't take questions, while center Matt Birk says he's undecided on retirement

Wide receiver had missed two games after knee surgery; Reed says ankle injury not severe

Offensive lineman Boren promoted to active roster

Rookie corner Chykie Brown, late addition at defensive end Michael McAdoo make team after flashing potential late in preseason

Ravens' Taylor says he's on track to start the year

Ravens: John Harbaugh didn't want to risk sign cant injures to top blockers, even though Birk and McKinnie have yet to play a snap this preseason