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With the Ravens set to have their first practice July 25, about one month from now, here's what to watch in training camp.

From Lamar Jackson's clear but uneven progress to the secondary's collective swagger, here are five things we learned from the Ravens' OTAs and minicamp.

Ravens defensive tackle Michael Pierce was not at day two of Ravens minicamp, and defensive coordinator Don Martindale is disappointed.

Ravens coach John Harbaugh might have set a precedent when he pulled defensive tackle Michael Pierce from practice on the first day of minicamp.

The Ravens pursued Gerald McCoy after he mutually parted ways with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last month, but the defensive tackle signed with Carolina.

Gerald McCoy reportedly visited Carolina on Friday, two days after his visit with the Ravens ended.

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

The Ravens should have an improved offense as they seek their second straight AFC North title, but how will they fare on the other side of the ball?

With the prospect of change looming for the Ravens' No. 1 defense, a new generation of stars is prepared to take the lead.

“Knowing the business side of this league, it can be like the Wild West out there come March, and free agency and the draft,” Justin Tucker said.

The soon-to-be free agent wide receiver said he believes the offense will be better balanced between the run and the pass if he returns to the Ravens.

Columnist Mike Preston grades the Ravens' performance in their 23-17 wild-card-round loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.

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

Columnist Mike Preston grades the Ravens' performance in their 26-24 win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

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.

Analyzing the Ravens' snap count analysis in their win over the San Diego Chargers.

Columnist Mike Preston grades the Ravens' performance in their 22-10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday night.

Columnist Mike Preston grades the Ravens after their victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.

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.

Backup defensive tackle Patrick Ricard addressed the defense Tuesday and the offense Wednesday after several racist and homophobic tweets began trending the night before Sunday’s game at the Kansas City Chiefs.

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.

From Lamar Jackson's unique impact to the big decision looming at quarterback, here are five things we learned from the Ravens' 24-21 win over the Cincinnati Bengals.

Columnist Mike Preston gives his position grades for the Ravens' game against the Bengals.

With the Ravens' season at the two-month mark, there’s no better time to assess the big picture.

Ravens safety Eric Weddle was hoping to dress up as Santa on Wednesday. Here's what his teammates remember about their own Halloweens.

In addition to cornerback Marlon Humphrey and right tackle James Hurst missing the game against the Carolina Panthers, left guard Alex Lewis is doubtful.

Bowser has five tackles and no sacks in five games, and has struggled on special teams.

The rookie tight end was grateful for the chance to knock off some rust in his NFL debut and is hoping for more snaps Sunday at the Tennessee Titans.

Willie Henry put his stamp on the game with a third-quarter sack of Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield that forced Cleveland to settle for a field goal.

After spending the first three years of his career with the Ravens, defensive tackle Carl Davis will stand on the opposing sideline as a member of the Cleveland Browns.

The defensive tackle joked that “me not being there is the only reason” he won’t play at the Cleveland Browns, but Henry is listed as questionable in the team’s final injury report of the week.

The backup nose tackle leads the team’s defensive linemen with three batted passes and is getting more comfortable with his job.

The Ravens will clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday night without the services of rookie tight end Hayden Hurst

C.J. Mosley, Michael Pierce and Hayden Hurst appear poised to play in Sunday night’s game at the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Ravens defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale hopes more quarterbacks don’t begin flopping to get favorable calls from officiating crews.

The run defense is adapting to a Steelers offense that is now centered around Le'Veon Bell’s replacement, James Conner.

The organization’s seventh-round pick in April’s NFL draft played 11 snaps in the first game of his career and earned praise from starting nose tackle Michael Pierce.

In an encouraging sign for the Ravens, middle linebacker C.J. Mosley (bone bruise in left knee) and nose tackle Michael Pierce (bruised foot) practiced Wednesday.

Ravens coach John Harbaugh said the decision to deactivate the two defensive starters was not easy, but he still considers them day-to-day for this week leading to Sunday night’s game at the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Quarterback Joe Flacco finished 25-for-40 for 277 yards and a touchdown as the Ravens beat the Denver Broncos, 27-14, at M&T Bank Stadium.

Replacing C.J. Mosley, who last missed a game in 2016, will be difficult for the defense.

The Ravens have options on the practice squad, but perhaps not the promotion they would have most preferred for their thin secondary.

Breaking down the Ravens' matchup with the Denver Broncos on Sunday.

The Ravens opened their first day of practice this week without three starters in running back Alex Collins (illness), middle linebacker C.J. Mosley (bone bruise in left knee) and nose tackle Michael Pierce (foot).

There are two players the Ravens can’t afford to lose, and they lost one Thursday night against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Breaking down the Ravens' 2018 NFL season opener against the Buffalo Bills. Who has the edge?

Of the two-tackle, one-forced fumble, one-quarterback hurry outing he had against the Indianapolis Colts on Monday night, Ravens defensive tackle Michael Pierce was most pleased that he was able to get to the quarterback.

Mike Preston weighs in on the depth and speed of the Ravens' defense, frustrated rookie receivers, a surprising show by Ken Dixon and more.

With the Ravens wanting to get more out of their pass rush, nose tackle Michael Pierce is moving to a backup role behind Brandon Williams. But that doesn't mean he won't play a large role this season.

Having a day off appeared to work for the offense, which opened Thursday’s practice with some strong plays in the passing attack.