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Former Steelers tar Le'Veon Bell had been atop the wish list for many in Baltimore.

The chaos and frenzy of the NBA’s trade deadline appeared to bleed into the NFL offseason Friday, as a seemingly throwaway answer about Le’Veon Bell on an NFL Network show sparked a social media connection that raised hopes (and questions) for Ravens fans.

The NFL Network gave it everything any broadcaster could: a high-energy pregame show, a strong telecast with a veteran team in the booth and two solid sideline reporters, plus enough cameras to capture every play that mattered.

Want to scout some of the best NFL prospects yourself? Here's the schedule for this week's combine workouts in Indianapolis.

The Redskins add wide receiver Terrelle Pryor to a one-year contract and are said to be considering NFL Network draft analyst Mike Mayock for their general manager job.

Former Ravens wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. has found a new employer just a month after his retirement. He'll provide analysis for the NFL Network.

The Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers battled to another great nail-biting finish Sunday, and the NFL Network delivered a telecast worthy of the outstanding

The Ravens' road preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles is gaining extra attention.

NFL's power over its broadcast outlets has gone too far

During an NFL Network appearance, the Bears' Pro Bowl tight end made it abundantly clear that he believes Trestman is better suited to be an offensive coordinator than lead the entire team.

Terrell Suggs famously refuses to say New England Patriots¿ quarterback Tom Brady¿s name, but now, he might have to. The star Ravens outside linebacker has been appearing on the NFL Network as part of its Super Bowl coverage, and Brady is basically the star attraction.

As Ravens coach John Harbaugh looked this month for an offensive coordinator yet again, he returned to a familiar script that has emerged. Like all of his previous offensive coordinator hires, Harbaugh tabbed a former head coach, Marc Trestman.

Nick Marshall shifted to cornerback Tuesday during a Senior Bowl practice for the South squad after initially being invited to the all-star game and preparing to play quarterback. Marshall lined up with the defensive backs and also worked as a gunner in kick coverage.

The Ravens moved quickly to fill their offensive coordinator vacancy, replacing Gary Kubiak with Marc Trestman, another former NFL head coach with a reputation for getting the most out of quarterbacks.

On the same day that Gary Kubiak officially was named Denver Broncos coach, the Ravens interviewed former Broncos assistant Adam Gase for their offensive coordinator job.

A steadying influence with impeccable credentials, Ravens coordinator Gary Kubiak has guided the offense to a major improvement.

You never know what you¿re going to get when Ravens wide receiver Steve Smith holds court with reporters.

Though Ray Rice is now cleared to return to the NFL, there remains lingering doubt about whether any team will be interested in a 27-year-old running back who hasn't played in a game of any significance since last December.

Try this idea on for size: Marshal Yanda is one of the greatest players in Ravens history. An offensive guard? Really? Yeah, really.

By nearly every measure, the Ravens' offense has improved dramatically from last season. Through 10 games, the Ravens are averaging more than five points, 56 total yards and 41 rushing yards per game than they were at this point last year. They've gone from ranking 30th in the NFL in total offense to 12th.

One of the most remarkable stories in pop culture is the power of the NFL as TV entertainment.

"Brandon Williams is one of the best run-stuffing defensive tackles in the NFL," says NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah, a former NFL scout.

NFL vice president of officiating Dean Blandino said that officials made the right call in nullifying an 80-yard touchdown during the final minute of the Ravens' 27-24 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals when they ruled Steve Smith interfered with safety George Iloka.

After rushing the ball just 15 times in loss last game, Ravens vow to have better balance on offense

Ravens wide receiver Steve Smith ripped Carolina Panthers management on Charlotte radio.

Every time the University of Michigan football job is vacant or the coach becomes embattled, NFL coaches and brothers John Harbaugh and Jim Harbaugh are quickly linked to the Wolverines' head-coaching position.

The premiere of CBS "Thursday Night Football" drew 20.8 million viewers making it the second highest rated show on TV behind only NBC's "Sunday Night Football."

The premiere of ¿Thursday Night Football¿ on CBS was a winner in my book before a second of the game between the Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers was played at M&T Bank Stadium.

A future in the NFL is very much in doubt for running back Ray Rice after the Ravens terminated his $35 million contract Monday hours after a video surfaced of him punching his then-fiancee in February at an Atlantic City, N.J., casino.

After ranking in the top 10 in the NFL in total defense for nine consecutive years, the Ravens fell off dramatically during the past two years when they became uncharacteristically vulnerable.

The vacation was a long time coming, a much-needed respite after a difficult couple of months. But not long after Gary and Rhonda Kubiak arrived at their destination, they were interrupted by the buzz of Gary's phone.

CBS is partnering with the NFL Network to do 16 games on Thursday nights, but the first eight on CBS are the game changers. Getting the rights to the Thursday night games didn't change everything for the network's sports division.

The process of fixing what ailed Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco didn't start with his right arm, his eyes or what's between his ears. It began with his feet.

The free-agent departure of Arthur Jones in March had an immediate effect on the Ravens' locker room, where the defensive tackle regularly held court and displayed his boisterous, friendly personality.

However, those who have observed the Ravens' running back for the past several months see it differently. From the first day of training camp, his teammates and coaches have noticed his increased focus and intensity. Matt Rhule, one of Pierce's former coaches at Temple, saw how hard the running back attacked the offseason rehab on his surgically-repaired right shoulder.

Standing in front of his locker Thursday, Ravens veteran wide receiver Steve Smith was already displaying signs of intensity and his trademark no-nonsense attitude.

After several months of speculation, it seems that WWE Smackdown will indeed move back to Thursday nights, starting in October.

Before he was "Lights Out," Shawne Merriman was a kid growing up in Upper Marlboro who dreamed of becoming either a professional football player or a professional wrestler.

Now comes an opponent more authentic than a tackling sled and quicker to stoke competitive fires than a teammate.

Ravens running back Ray Rice is scheduled to break his silence Thursday, speaking for the first time publicly since being suspended two games by the league for violating the NFL personal conduct policy.

The Ravens¿ first of two open practices at M&T Bank Stadium started just before 7 p.m. on a warm and breezy night in downtown Baltimore.

Ravens Pro Bowl nose tackle Haloti Ngata is hoisting some heavy metal in advance of training camp.

Despite fading down the stretch of the 2013 season, Ravens' rush linebacker Terrell Suggs was chosen 26th on the NFL Network Top 100 list.

A year ago, veteran offensive guad Marshal Yanda was still dealing with scar tissue and a grueling rehabilitation after undergoing rotator cuff surgery five days after the Ravens' Super Bowl XLVII victory over the San Francisco 49ers.

Ravens Pro Bowl nose tackle Haloti Ngata was named to the NFL Network top 100 list for the fourth consecutive year.

Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco and Pro Bowl offensive guard Marshal Yanda were named to the NFL Network top 100 players list.

Former Virginia Tech cornerback Kyle Fuller grew up chasing his two older brothers around the football field and track, engaging in a constant competition for bragging rights at Woodlawn High near the family home.

Virginia Tech cornerback Kyle Fuller had a meeting with his hometown team.