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Preston: AFC North hierarchy might be shifting, but don't count out Ravens and Steelers just yet

Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh have been in this game for a long time, and they know how to win, but more importantly, how to survive.

By Mike Preston

Mar 26, 2019

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With Le'Veon Bell set to leave, Steelers turn attention toward possible Antonio Brown trade

Le'Veon Bell is free to go. Antonio Brown, maybe not so much.

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Preston: The gap between Bill Belichick and the rest of the NFL's head coaches keeps getting wider

Each year the NFL becomes even more average and that forces the coaching gap between Bill Belichick and the other coaches to become greater.

By Mike Preston

Feb 4, 2019

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Ravens coach John Harbaugh signs new four-year deal through 2022

Under Harbaugh’s previous contract, he was set to become a highly coveted coaching free agent after the 2019 season.

By Jonas Shaffer

Jan 24, 2019

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Ravens coach John Harbaugh reportedly nearing contract extension

Ravens coach John Harbaugh became the subject of possible trade speculation as his team made a playoff push before reportedly nearing a contract extension Saturday.

By Jonas Shaffer

Jan 19, 2019

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Dino Tomlin, son of Steelers coach, hopes to make a name for himself with Maryland football team

Dino Tomlin, the oldest son of Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, was one of six players to sign Wednesday as part of Michael Locksley's first recruiting class at Maryland.

By Don Markus

Dec 21, 2018

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Lessons from his father pay off for Aazaar Abdul-Rahim and for Maryland defensive backs

The lessons Omar Abdul-Rahim taught his son, Aazaar, growing up have helped in the development of the Maryland secondary the past three seasons.

By Don Markus

Nov 22, 2018

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Son of Steelers coach Mike Tomlin commits to Maryland football

Dino Tomlin will join the son of Ravens legend Ray Lewis in College Park next year.

By Jonas Shaffer

Nov 6, 2018

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Ravens center Matt Skura shaken by pair of tragedies

Shootings in Pittsburgh and Charlotte struck a personal chord with Skura, who was born in the former and makes his offseason home in the latter.

By Edward Lee

Nov 1, 2018

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Ravens notes: John Brown producing touchdown catches

Ravens wide receiver John Brown has three touchdown catches in his first four games, matching a pace set by Mike Wallace two years ago.

By Edward Lee

Sep 30, 2018

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Ravens-Steelers Q&A: Sun beat writers answer your questions

What questions do you have ahead of the Ravens-Steelers game on Sunday?

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Scouting report for Sunday night's Ravens-Steelers game

Breaking down the Ravens' Sunday night game against the rival Pittsburgh Steelers. Who has the edge?

By Childs Walker

Sep 28, 2018

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Ravens prepping for Steelers run game without Le’Veon Bell

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

By Edward Lee

Sep 27, 2018

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AFC North presents an unsettled picture as Ravens prepare for Broncos in Week 3

Ravens coach John Harbaugh says there aren't any good teams in the NFL after two weeks. A look at the rising and falling tides in the AFC North suggests he might have a point.

By Childs Walker

Sep 19, 2018

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Preston: The Ravens got better this offseason — but so did the Steelers and Bengals

That leaves the Ravens and Bengals trying to catch Pittsburgh, which has won three of the past four divisional titles.

By Mike Preston

Sep 3, 2018

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Ravens' John Harbaugh is one of the NFL's longest-tenured coaches — and also one of its most penalized

Harbaugh is up to three infractions in his NFL career, but he's still not at Pete Carroll's level.

By Jonas Shaffer

Jun 9, 2018

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John Harbaugh, Ravens are behind new rules aimed at making kickoffs safer

The new rules eliminate wedge blocks and the 5-yard running start that kickoff coverage teams get.

By Jeff Zrebiec

May 28, 2018

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Ravens' 2018 schedule opens at home against Bills but is front-loaded with road games

The Ravens open at home against the Buffalo Bills, will be done with AFC North road games after Oct. 7, have a three-game road trip, have a three-game homestand, face four straight 2017 playoff teams in the midseason, and have back-to-back road games against the Falcons and Chiefs in December.

By Jeff Zrebiec

Apr 19, 2018

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Ravens' Terrell Suggs, C.J. Mosley, Eric Weddle part of winning AFC team, take home $64,000

Three Ravens played roles on an AFC defense that held the NFC to three second-half points in sparking a rally from a 17-point halftime deficit.

By Jeff Zrebiec

Jan 29, 2018

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Mike Preston: Sunday's playoff games showed what the Ravens have been lacking

The type of football we saw Sunday is what's been missing in Baltimore.

By Mike Preston

Jan 15, 2018

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Preston: Ravens need to raise game against top opponents to make up for lack of playmakers

The Ravens don't have a Tom Brady, Ben Roethlisberger or Antonio Brown. So they need to be at their best when they face those types of talents.

By Mike Preston

Dec 12, 2017

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Ravens, Steelers say rivalry built as much on respect as hatred

In contrast to the increasingly nasty feud between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals, Ravens and Steelers players say their mutual distaste is anchored in respect.

By Childs Walker

Dec 8, 2017

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Ravens wish speedy recovery for Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier

The team opened its first meeting of Wednesday by praying for Shazier after he suffered a spinal injury two nights ago.

By Edward Lee

Dec 6, 2017

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Ravens skip past Steelers coach Mike Tomlin’s comments about looking forward to Patriots game

Quarterback Joe Flacco and cornerback Brandon Carr said they’re more concerned with getting a win Sunday.

By Edward Lee

Dec 6, 2017

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Preston: Selfless, focused Ravens are handling their recent success well

The Ravens have won three straight games, but they're not beating their chests, just their opponents.

By Mike Preston

Dec 5, 2017

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Ravens and Steelers doing what they can to revive struggling AFC North

With AFC North flailing, Sunday’s game between Ravens, Steelers could bring back some credibility to the division.

By Edward Lee

Sep 29, 2017

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Preston: Let's hope we can get back to football this weekend

Mike Preston writes that this is a good time for a Ravens vs. Steelers game.

By Mike Preston

Sep 28, 2017

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QB Joe Flacco says one terrible performance doesn't tell whole story about Ravens offense

The Ravens rank last in the NFL in total yards per game and passing yards per game.

By Jeff Zrebiec

Sep 28, 2017

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Tomlin: Steelers 'don't care' about political football

“You're asking us about middle ground, you're asking us about right or left,” Tomlin said Tuesday. “We're a football group. That's what you guys don't understand."

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Ravens national anthem protest — first in a series in NFL — draws praise, anger from fans

Ravens fans react to players kneeling during the national anthem in London.

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Steelers to stay in locker room during national anthem in Chicago before facing Bears

Mike Tomlin tells CBS Sports that the Steelers will stay in locker room during national anthem in Chicago.

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Staff predictions for the NFL season

The Baltimore Sun staff offers predictions for the NFL season.

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Ravens add year to coach John Harbaugh's contract, extending him through 2019

The Super Bowl-winning head coach is preparing for his 10th season at the helm.

By Jeff Zrebiec

Aug 28, 2017

• Maryland

Carter: Social media becoming our backstage pass

We are seeing certain walls falling and getting a closer look at what really goes on behind closed doors, thanks to social media.

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Steelers WR Antonio Brown apologizes for livestreaming video

Antonio Brown insists he didn't mean to disrespect his coach or create a distraction when the All-Pro wide receiver livestreamed the raucous aftermath of the

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Likely safe for 2017, John Harbaugh's seat appears warmer after another down year for Ravens

Scrutiny on Ravens coach John Harbaugh, regarded by many around the league as one of the NFL's best, is as high as it has been in years.

By Jeff Zrebiec

Dec 31, 2016

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For Ravens, it all comes down to game against rival Steelers

For the Ravens, their last stand in an uneven 2016 regular season has to be made now.

By Jeff Zrebiec

Dec 24, 2016

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Three stats that stand out as Ravens play Steelers

Three stats that stand out as Ravens play Steelers.

By Edward Lee

Dec 23, 2016

• Sports

With Jimmy Smith likely out, Steelers might come out throwing Sunday

After rushing for just 36 yards in a loss to the Ravens earlier in the season, the Steelers could turn Ben Roethlisberger loose on Sunday.

By Mike Preston

Dec 22, 2016

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Jeff Zrebiec’s scouting report for the Ravens-Steelers game

A phase-by-phase breakdown of the Ravens and Steelers before their game Sunday in Pittsburgh.

By Jeff Zrebiec

Dec 22, 2016

• MIKE PRESTON

Expect anything in the Ravens' final three games

By this time of the season a team consistently displays several characteristics that will propel them into the playoffs, but the