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This week in Baltimore sports history (June 2-8): Ravens trade for QB Steve McNair, who leads them to division title

Remember when Steve McNair, Storm Davis and Hoyt Wilhelm were on the Baltimore sports pages?

By Mike Klingaman

Jun 2, 2019

• Sports

Former Ravens starting defensive end Brent Urban signs with Titans

The 6-foot-7, 300-pound Urban has struggled to stay healthy in the NFL, playing more than six games in a season just twice over his five years in Baltimore.

By Jonas Shaffer

Apr 26, 2019

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The Sun Remembers: This Week in Maryland Sports History for Jan. 6-12

Remember when Walt Williams, Luis Aparicio and Harry Dalton were in the news?

By Mike Klingaman

Jan 6, 2019

• Sports

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

• Sports

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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Still in charge: Led by defense again, Ravens take big step toward playoffs with 22-10 win over Chargers

With a 22-10 win over the Chargers at StubHub Center, the Ravens (9-6) authored another defensive masterclass — 198 yards allowed, three turnovers forced — and made their playoff path straightforward.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 23, 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

• Sports

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

• Sports

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

• Sports

Path to the playoffs: Which Week 15 games can help or hurt the Ravens?

By Sunday night, the Ravens could be atop the AFC North, possibly headed for a home playoff game.

By Jonas Shaffer

Dec 15, 2018

• Sports

Five Things We Learned from the Ravens' 27-24 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs

From the Ravens' lack of elite playmakers to their tense playoff outlook, here are five things we learned from their 27-24 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

By Childs Walker

Dec 10, 2018

• Sports

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

• Sports

Path to the playoffs: Which Week 12 games can help or hurt the Ravens?

With a win Sunday, the Ravens would keep their distance in the playoff race from the glut of teams nipping at their heels.

By Jonas Shaffer

Nov 24, 2018

• Sports

Path to the playoffs: Which Week 11 games can help or hurt the Ravens?

With a win, the Ravens could conceivably hold the AFC’s second wild-card spot by the end of Sunday.

By Jonas Shaffer

Nov 16, 2018

• Sports

Assessing the AFC wild-card field as the Ravens try to resurrect their season

Despite a three-game losing streak, the Ravens remain in the thick of the AFC wild-card race. Here's a look at their competition.

By Childs Walker

Nov 13, 2018

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Once NFL leader in sacks, Ravens lately having trouble getting to quarterbacks

After collecting a franchise-record 11 sacks against the Tennessee Titans, the defense has managed only two sacks during the team’s three-game losing skid.

By Edward Lee

Nov 8, 2018

• Sports

Even as injuries mount on offensive line, Ravens are far from a breaking point

The Ravens offensive line, featuring two rookies and a midseason acquisition, did not allow a sack or commit a penalty Sunday against New Orleans.

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 25, 2018

• Sports

After career day, Ravens' Za'Darius Smith named AFC Defensive Player of the Week

After leading the Ravens pass rush in a record-breaking win over the Tennessee Titans, outside linebacker Za’Darius Smith was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week for the first time Wednesday.

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 17, 2018

• Sports

Ravens notes: Alex Lewis ‘looks good’ after suffering neck injury, could play Sunday

After a frightening neck injury in Sunday’s win at the Tennessee Titans, the starting left guard was back in the team’s building Monday and appeared to have avoided more severe effects.

By Edward Lee

Oct 15, 2018

• Sports

Ravens confident after Sunday's dominant win, but they know 'it’s never as good as you think'

"If we can stack a win on top of that win," coach John Harbaugh said Monday after the Ravens' 14th shutout in franchise history, "then it really starts to mean something."

By Edward Lee

Oct 15, 2018

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The Ravens set a franchise record for sacks. Here's how they crowed about it on Twitter.

The Ravens changed up their Twitter handle after recording 11 sacks, a franchise record.

By Jennifer Badie

Oct 15, 2018

• Sports

Five Things We Learned from the Ravens' 21-0 win over the Tennessee Titans

From the Ravens' faith in Michael Crabtree to their emerging defensive identity under coordinator Don "Wink" Martindale, here are five things we learned from a 21-0 victory in Tennessee.

By Childs Walker

Oct 15, 2018

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Moving past a day of drops, veteran wideout Michael Crabtree leaves the Ravens smiling

In Nashville, Crabtree’s hands were as good as the chicken is hot. He finished with six catches for a season-high 93 yards and a touchdown.

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 14, 2018

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Notes: On third down, Ravens and Titans go in different directions

The Ravens converted 10 of their first 11 third downs in their 21-0 win, finishing 12-for-17 overall.

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 14, 2018

• Sports

Schmuck: Ravens show they're resilient in win over Titans, but could they really be this good?

The Ravens fired on all cylinders in Sunday's 21-0 victory over the Tennessee Titans after tripping over themselves in Cleveland. So, who are the real Ravens?

By Peter Schmuck

Oct 14, 2018

• Sports

'It’s time to go hunt': Ravens set team record with 11 sacks, one short of NFL mark, in 21-0 rout of Titans

The Ravens finished with a team-record 11 sacks in shutting out the Tennessee Titans, 21-0, on Sunday. No other NFL team this season has had more than seven in a game.

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 14, 2018

• Sports

Instant analysis: Ravens defense dominates with 11-sack day in 21-0 win vs. Titans

The Ravens threw a memorable sack party in Nashville.

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 14, 2018

• Sports

Ravens-Titans by the numbers

A look at some numbers from the Ravens-Titans game Sunday.

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Peter Schmuck's report card after the Ravens' 21-0 win over the Titans

Columnist Peter Schmuck grades the Ravens after their 21-0 win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday.

By Peter Schmuck

Oct 14, 2018

• Sports

Ravens linebacker Tyus Bowser a healthy scratch vs. Titans

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

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 14, 2018

• Sports

Ravens promote RB Gus Edwards to active roster; RB De'Lance Turner on injured reserve

Coach John Harbaugh said Friday that Edwards’ promotion was likely, and Turner was later ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Tennessee Titans with a hamstring injury.

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 13, 2018

• Sports

Ravens CB Anthony Averett, RB De'Lance Turner ruled out vs. Titans; five questionable

The Ravens secondary is hoping for improved health, with several players questionable.

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 12, 2018

• Sports

Scouting report for Sunday's Ravens-Titans game

The Ravens should produce enough offensive tricks to bounce back with a win against the Titans in an essential road game.

By Childs Walker

Oct 12, 2018

• Sports

Preston: Ravens need to find a more balanced offense against Titans

The Ravens need to find a more balanced offense against the Titans.

By Mike Preston

Oct 12, 2018

• Sports

Ravens notes: Tavon Young's absence weakens team’s depth at cornerback

A hip injury sidelined the slot cornerback from Thursday’s practice, and the team has only four healthy cornerbacks.

By Edward Lee

Oct 11, 2018

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Ravens on alert for Titans QB Marcus Mariota’s tendency to run

Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota is on pace to set career highs in carries and rushing yards, which has caught the attention of the Ravens defense.

By Edward Lee

Oct 11, 2018

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No, Cyrus Jones isn't a Patriots 'spy.' But the Ravens hope he can be a trusted returner

After five weeks, three fumbles and two demotions to the practice squad, the Ravens are wary of anything else going wrong on punt returns.

By Jonas Shaffer

Oct 10, 2018

• Sports

Ravens notes: Hayden Hurst working on ‘stuff I’ve got to clean up’

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.

By Edward Lee

Oct 10, 2018

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On the road vs. Titans, Ravens are field-goal favorites again

Sunday’s game is, for the time being, the third straight Ravens game with a three-point spread.

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Preston: If the Ravens narrowly miss the playoffs again, they'll rue Sunday's loss to the Browns

Losing games they should have won cost the Ravens the past couple of seasons. If they miss the playoffs again in 2018, they'll look back at Sunday's loss in Cleveland as an unforgivable missed opportunity.

By Mike Preston

Oct 9, 2018

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Stoetzer: Trust me, the 2018 Ravens will finish ...

Want to know how the Ravens will finish this season? Let me tell you.

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With Ravens drafting Jackson as successor to Flacco, a recent history of teams drafting their future QBs

When Lamar Jackson was taken No. 32 overall in the draft this year, Ozzie Newsome acknowledged they were “building for the future” with the Heisman Trophy winner. But, he added, “In order for us to win this year, we need Joe Flacco.”

By Jonas Shaffer

Sep 7, 2018

• Sports

Ravens notebook: Defense having strong preseason on third downs

It’s only the preseason, but the defense finds itself in a familiar position, ranking in the top 10 in third-down percentage.

By Edward Lee

Aug 30, 2018

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Schmuck: Three quarterbacks or two? The Ravens' depth makes it an easy choice

The Ravens still might go all-in with Lamar Jackson, but Robert Griffin III would be the best man for the backup quarterback job.

By Peter Schmuck

Aug 30, 2018

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Ravens trade outside linebacker Kamalei Correa to Titans for draft pick

A second-round pick, linebacker Kamalei Correa struggled to establish himself in Baltimore before being traded to the Titans on Tuesday.

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As Ray Lewis enters Hall of Fame, family in 2000 killings still mourns

Murder charges against the Ravens star were dropped, but one family still grieves the loss of their loved one.

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Meet the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2018

Before the induction ceremony in Canton on Aug. 4, get to know the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2018 with a career breakdown of each inductee.

By Katherine Fominykh

Jul 27, 2018

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Ray Lewis’ greatest games — and some of his greatest hits

Eddie George, Jerome Bettis, Rashard Mendenhall and Darren Sproles might not want to read this, but here are 10 games that defined Ray Lewis' career.

By Katherine Fominykh

Jul 26, 2018

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Impressions Ray Lewis left on teammates and team officials

Former teammates and fans talk about what they remember about Ray Lewis and his Hall of Fame career.

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Preston: There will never be another Ray Lewis. Just ask Ozzie Newsome.

“You can’t replace him, you just can’t,” Newsome said. "We have not been looking for the next Ray Lewis because there will never be another one.”

By Mike Preston

Jul 25, 2018