4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens still on the prowl as trade deadline nears, but who out there makes sense?

Tuesday’s acquisition of wide receiver Diontae Johnson from the Panthers probably won’t impact the Ravens’ trade deadline plans too much. Before last year’s deadline, the Ravens were involved in talks for Washington Commanders pass rusher Chase Young and Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry. The Ravens haven’t consistently impacted the opposing quarterback, and an addition — whether it’s an edge rusher or defensive back — could solidify a pass defense that is ranked as the league’s worst. Za’Darius Smith, who has five sacks this season and spent the first four years of his career in Baltimore, would give the Ravens some much-needed pass-rush help.

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2 months ago

This offseason could be pretty simple for the Ravens, but tougher calls loom in a year

Associated Press

— As long as Lamar Jackson is healthy and playing at an MVP level, the Baltimore Ravens should have a chance to be good. “Not as many tough decisions this year, looking at it, which I’m thankful for,” general manager Eric DeCosta said Wednesday at the team’s end-of-season news conference. “But obviously, as we look out, we’ll have some tough …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ravens have a chance to reset before a December stretch run they handled so impressively in 2023

Associated Press

— December was when the Baltimore Ravens really hit their stride a season ago. That’s the first thing — worry about what we need to clean up on this side,” Jackson said after last weekend’s 24-19 loss to the Eagles. “The message kind of became a little bit clear: ‘If you want to play ball, then we’ll get you out …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Russini’s what I’m hearing about NFL trade deadline: 13 players, 18 teams to watch closely

New York Times

The NFL’s toughest people aren’t always found on the field. Maybe.” • It’s no secret Lions coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes have been hunting for an edge rusher since losing Aidan Hutchinson to a season-ending injury. • It’s known around the league that the New York Giants, sitting in last place in the NFC East, are shopping …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

NFL trade deadline 2024: Latest roundup of team plans and potential moves

New York Times

With the NFL moving its trade deadline back to Nov. 5 — just past the halfway mark of the season — we have already seen teams making moves. The Ravens haven’t consistently impacted the opposing quarterback, and an addition — whether it’s an edge rusher or defensive back — could solidify a pass defense that is ranked as the league’s …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengals trade deadline: Why Cincinnati — and Tee Higgins — are content to stand pat

New York Times

If you’re looking for the Bengals to break with their history and become active at the trade deadline, go looking somewhere else. Balds Don't Lie: #Bengals therapy 🛋️ Lay on the couch and lets talk about the hugs you never received ☸️ Spinning the wheel of offensive topics w/ @MoEgger 🎧 Hear from Lou Anarumo, Evan McPherson and the toughest …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Baltimore Ravens make huge trade for Diontae Johnson to bolster wide receiver corps for Lamar Jackson

Daily Mail

The Baltimore Ravens have made a huge move as they gear up for another shot at the NFL postseason. The Ravens are reportedly looking to bolster their wide receiver corps as they are trading for Carolina Panthers wide receiver Diontae Johnson, according to Ian Rapoport. Lamar Jackson's wide-receiving options just got a lot better by acquiring Diontae Johnson Diontae Johnson …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens’ acquisition of WR Diontae Johnson spurs 2 reactions: Why not, and what’s next?

New York Times

Both reactions apply to the news Tuesday that the Baltimore Ravens have agreed to trade a 2025 fifth-round pick to the Carolina Panthers for talented but mercurial wide receiver Diontae Johnson and a 2025 sixth-rounder. GO DEEPER Diontae Johnson trade grades: Ravens load up for Super Bowl run; Panthers focus on future Todd Monken’s offense has been efficient, balanced and …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Diontae Johnson trade grades: Ravens load up for Super Bowl run; Panthers focus on future

New York Times

The Carolina Panthers traded wide receiver Diontae Johnson and a sixth-round draft pick to the Baltimore Ravens for a fifth-rounder on Tuesday. GO DEEPER NFL QB stock report, Week 9: Why the Aaron Rodgers-Jets experiment has failed Johnson, who is only owed the balance of his $7 million base salary, has had three productive games this season amid the Panthers’ …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Five deals that could make sense for the Panthers as NFL trade deadline nears

New York Times

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Before diving into the Carolina Panthers’ potential trade possibilities, here is a quick snapshot of the difference between buyers and sellers at the deadline. Panthers coach Dave Canales deflected a trade deadline question about Bryce Young to the front office — specifically general manager Dan Morgan and salary cap/contracts guru Brandt Tilis. Diontae Johnson: Game-by-game numbers GAME …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens trading for Panthers’ Diontae Johnson to bolster WR depth

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens are acquiring Carolina Panthers wide receiver Diontae Johnson, the team announced Tuesday, bolstering their wide receiving depth one week before the trade deadline. The Panthers will receive the Ravens’ fifth-round selection in 2025, while the Ravens will also receive a 2025 sixth-rounder in addition to Johnson, a league source said. pic.twitter.com/iMtdskuEBz — Baltimore Ravens October 29, 2024 …

5 months, 1 week ago

Derrick Henry has been a perfect fit for Ravens, embracing the role of closer

New York Times

As long as quarterback Lamar Jackson is healthy and in good form, the Baltimore Ravens will almost certainly feature a productive running game. That Ravens team, which put its top three running backs on injured reserve before Week 1, still finished third in the NFL in rushing yards per game and tied for fifth in yards per carry. pic.twitter.com/EPfInwA6Ch — …

10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens add help for the secondary, plus at least one offensive lineman who could start right away

Associated Press

— Eric DeCosta felt the Baltimore Ravens were ahead of the curve with their first two draft picks, when they took a cornerback and an offensive tackle. “We basically started just checking off boxes, working our way down through each pick.” Baltimore even drafted a quarterback — Kentucky’s Devin Leary — in the sixth round after backup Tyler Huntley signed …

1 year, 3 months ago

How Ravens’ veteran additions have contributed to team’s success: ‘It was just a perfect fit’

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Ravens vs. Jaguars on Sunday Night Football Nelson Agholor had spoken to his former USC teammate, Buck Allen, about what it was like to play for the Ravens. From Odell Beckham Jr. and Agholor’s production and leadership in a young receiver room to Jadeveon Clowney and Kyle Van Noy’s ability to bring down the …

1 year, 4 months ago

In throttling Seahawks, Ravens make case as one of NFL’s most balanced teams

New York Times

BALTIMORE — Keaton Mitchell and Odell Beckham Jr. danced in the end zone. pic.twitter.com/NjWYCO3FG5 — Baltimore Ravens November 5, 2023 “If we’re playing like that, we don’t even need to hit a peak or stride, just keep staying locked in how we are and just playing every opponent the same way — physicality, being smart and defending what’s ours, our …

1 year, 4 months ago

Trade deadline, Raiders fallout, blockbuster Week 9 slate: Our NFL writers discuss

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Bengals vs Bills in Sunday Night Football action. Between the trade deadline and the season’s first head coach firing, it’s easy to forget how exciting Sunday’s slate could be. Sando: The best-case scenario would be for interim coach Antonio Pierce and rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell to emerge as stars at the two most important …

1 year, 4 months ago

The Ravens were quiet at the NFL’s trade deadline. They haven’t shown many weaknesses of late

Associated Press

— A year ago, Baltimore added linebacker Roquan Smith at the trade deadline in a move that helped its defense become perhaps the best in the NFL. “I feel I’m very confident in this team and position from top to bottom, and if we all play to the best of our abilities, the sky’s the limit for us.” There was …

1 year, 4 months ago

Ravens’ inactivity at trade deadline speaks volumes about their roster and priorities

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens are good. The most pertinent questions surrounding the Ravens heading into Tuesday’s trade deadline were: How good do general manager Eric DeCosta and the organization’s decision-makers think they are, and how far were they willing to go to make the team better? DeCosta already thinks the Ravens are good enough to make a Super Bowl run, and …

1 year, 4 months ago

Bengals thoughts: Trade deadline, Irv Smith fallout, Logan Wilson’s rarified air

New York Times

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — With the trade deadline expired, a season-altering win acquired and a significant “Sunday Night Football” game on the horizon, I’m mining through a few notes and thoughts before the Cincinnati Bengals return for Wednesday practice. GO DEEPER NFL Week 8 best and worst coaching decisions: Titans lean into Will Levis' strength Getting back to snaps under …

1 year, 4 months ago

Russini: What I’m hearing about NFL trade deadline, QB injury updates and more

New York Times

Follow live coverage of today’s Black Friday NFL Game, Dolphins vs. Kyler Murray’s return Speaking of Arizona, Kyler Murray will not be active Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens despite being a full participant at practice this past week. GO DEEPER Lloyd: Browns' Deshaun Watson needs to sit until Ravens game now • During the most recent Monday Night Football broadcast …

1 year, 4 months ago

Revisiting the 2022 NFL trade deadline: Which deals were hits (McCaffrey) and misses (Claypool)?

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of the NFL trade deadline including the latest deals, rumors and analysis. GO DEEPER Mueller: Five deals I'd like to see before the NFL trade deadline Bears get: WR Chase Claypool Steelers get: 2023 second-round pick Verdict: Regrettable move for Chicago. Jaguars get: WR Calvin Ridley Falcons get: 2023 conditional fifth-round pick, 2024 conditional second-round …

1 year, 4 months ago

NFL trade deadline: What teams are thinking and the potential moves we’re watching

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of the NFL trade deadline including the latest deals, rumors and analysis. Possibly not.” — Jon Machota | GO DEEPER Mueller: Five deals I'd like to see before the NFL trade deadline It is still entirely possible one of the Broncos’ veteran wide receivers gets traded. If I really felt that way, there’s no talent …

1 year, 5 months ago

Russini: What I’m hearing on NFL trade deadline, Kirk Cousins, QB injuries and more in Week 6

New York Times

The NFL trade deadline is a little more than two weeks away, and the phones around the league have been active. They are always going to take a call, but I’ve had numerous conversations with league sources about the Vikings’ resistance to trading their starter and also the possibility that the team keeps Cousins past this season. In conversations with …

1 year, 7 months ago

Zrebiec: Ravens’ sense of urgency to add cornerback and edge rusher needs to pick up

New York Times

Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta already salvaged an offseason that was flirting with disaster. “It’s an issue,” Harbaugh said about the team’s current cornerback depth. Jeremiah Moon, a second-year undrafted free agent who spent last year on Baltimore’s practice squad, is currently one of the most experienced healthy outside linebackers the team has. “We’re looking at other guys, too, …

1 year, 10 months ago

Ravens free-agency tracker: QB Josh Johnson, CB Rock Ya-Sin added on one-year deals

New York Times

It’s that time of year again. May 15 Ravens agree to one-year deal with OL Sam Mustipher, source confirms Why it matters: The Ravens have been looking to add some experienced interior offensive line depth after starting left guard Ben Powers left in free agency and last year’s reserve center, Trystan Colon, signed with the New York Jets after he …

1 year, 10 months ago

Baltimore Ravens’ winners and losers coming out of the 2023 NFL Draft

New York Times

The grades are in, and for the most part, the Baltimore Ravens fared well in the post-NFL Draft report cards that saturated the internet over the last 48 hours. In reality, the Ravens were one of last week’s big winners before they even made their first pick, just because of their agreement in principle with quarterback Lamar Jackson on a …

1 year, 10 months ago

Ravens post-draft depth chart: Receiver position much improved, still questions at CB

New York Times

Just 2 1/2 days earlier, Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta had finalized a contract extension with star quarterback Lamar Jackson, ending a year-plus process that was trying and at times tumultuous. Justice Hill The Ravens are expected to add a few undrafted free-agent backs, including East Carolina’s Keaton Mitchell, who had over 3,000 all-purpose yards and 25 touchdowns over …

1 year, 11 months ago

Ravens have had success with 1st-round cornerbacks. It’s time to go that route again

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens have taken a cornerback in the first round of the NFL Draft four times in franchise history, and they’ve yet to regret it. “It’s a better corner group than the receiver group,” said NFL Network lead draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah. GO DEEPER NFL Draft 2023 Big Board: The Athletic’s updated top 100 prospect rankings “It’s a strong …

1 year, 11 months ago

Ravens focused on the draft as Lamar Jackson’s contract stalemate continues

New York Times

Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta set the tone with his opening statement at the team’s pre-draft news conference Wednesday. The annual pre-draft news conference has been given the moniker “The Liars Luncheon,” because DeCosta, in particular, seems to enjoy providing misdirection and vague answers about the team’s well-guarded draft plans. “I understand the need to ask those kinds of …

2 years ago

Lamar Jackson’s market remains unclear with new league year set to begin

New York Times

ET Wednesday, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is finally allowed to field overtures and contract offers from other teams. As the NFL’s two-day tampering window morphs into the start of the new league year, the market for the Ravens’ star signal caller is still unclear, even as quarterback-needy teams remain. It’s not hard to see potential outgoing owner Daniel Snyder …

2 years ago

Ravens release Calais Campbell: Could he return to Baltimore?

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens released defensive end Calais Campbell, the team announced Monday. pic.twitter.com/75X15Vr5x1 — Baltimore Ravens March 13, 2023 The Athletic’s instant analysis: Ravens badly need cap flexibility When the Ravens applied the $32.4 million non-exclusive franchise tag to quarterback Lamar Jackson, it pushed them a projected $9 million over the cap. They had to make moves just to get …

2 years, 1 month ago

Baltimore Ravens 2023 NFL Draft big board: Receiver, cornerback in focus at No. 22

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens’ annual pre-draft news conference is still several weeks away, but there won’t be a whole lot of suspense with what the team’s decision-makers have to say. With the help of The Athletic’s NFL Draft analyst Dane Brugler’s top-100 list, here’s a look at some of the players the Ravens could be choosing from for their two biggest …

2 years, 2 months ago

Jackson’s future looms large as Ravens head into offseason

Associated Press

— The Baltimore Ravens were a yard away from taking the lead in the fourth quarter at Cincinnati. Tyler Huntley’s fumble at the goal line derailed Baltimore’s upset bid, and the Ravens lost to the Bengals 24-17 in their playoff opener Sunday night. Jackson’s rookie contract now expires, and the big question in Baltimore — and around the league — …

2 years, 2 months ago

Ravens, All-Pro LB Roquan Smith agree to 5-year contract

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens have signed All-Pro middle linebacker Roquan Smith to a five-year contract, the team announced Wednesday. Here’s what you need to know: The deal, which makes Smith the highest-paid player at his position in NFL history, includes $45 million fully guaranteed and $60 million in total guarantees, per reports. Why Ravens signed Smith to new deal In a …

2 years, 3 months ago

Anthony Brown is testament to Ravens’ approach to signing undrafted rookies

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Ravens vs. Titans in London for Week 6 NFL action. Anthony Brown knew where he’d stand on the Baltimore Ravens’ quarterback depth chart if he signed with the team back in April as an undrafted rookie free agent. Members of former or current undrafted free-agent classes who contributed to the win in Pittsburgh included …

2 years, 4 months ago

Grading the trade: Ravens acquire Roquan Smith from Bears for 2023 draft picks

New York Times

The Ravens and Bears kicked off trade-deadline week with a doozy. Baltimore acquired linebacker Roquan Smith for second- and fifth-round draft picks and linebacker A.J. The deal The Ravens received: • LB Roquan Smith The Bears received: • 2023 second-round draft pick • 2023 fifth-round draft pick • LB A.J. The only linebacker in the league with multiple picks and …

2 years, 4 months ago

AFC North Whiparound: Ravens, Bengals in 2-horse race? Plus, trade-deadline talk

New York Times

Each week during the season, our AFC North writers get together for a roundtable discussion on the top players, top storylines and most interesting characters across the division. Here we go for Week 8, where we’re early because the Ravens play Thursday night … The Browns host the Bengals on Halloween night. GO DEEPER How Lamar Jackson's fourth-quarter struggles are …

3 years, 6 months ago

Ravens news, notes, opinions: What roster moves are ahead and why draft Ben Mason in the first place?

New York Times

Anthony Levine Sr. and Trace McSorley are back. The Ravens’ roster churn continued Wednesday as they lost two of their preseason standouts to waiver claims, added 13 players to their practice squad, placed two players on injured reserve and added one player to the 53-man roster. On Tuesday, Mason became the Ravens’ first rookie fifth-round pick to get cut after …

3 years, 7 months ago

Breaking down the Ravens’ roster bubble: Who is gaining ground, losing it and whose status is unchanged?

New York Times

Of course, no definitive decisions have been made. Still, he’s probably sixth on the outside linebacker depth chart after the signing of Justin Houston and the Ravens would prefer not keeping that many. Colon’s roster chances depend largely on whether the Ravens see Mekari as the backup center or believe he’s better utilized in a backup guard/tackle role. Davontae Harris, …

3 years, 9 months ago

Taking stock of Ravens’ roster: Who is up? Who is down? And where was there little movement?

New York Times

The NFL schedule feels like it never stops. It’s as good of a time as any to take stock of the Ravens’ roster following rookie minicamp, the organized team activities and last week’s mandatory minicamp. Stock up Rashod Bateman, WR: The first of the Ravens’ two first-round rookies, Bateman isn’t a “bubble” guy like many of the names on this …

3 years, 9 months ago

Ravens minicamp observations: CB depth on full display, a lot of interceptions, top WRs productive

New York Times

It seemingly happens every year. “It’s a very talented group,” Ravens coach John Harbaugh said following Tuesday’s practice. That group included quarterback Jordan Ta’amu, who was most recently with the Kansas City Chiefs; wide receiver Siaosi Mariner, last with the Las Vegas Raiders; defensive lineman Anthony Rush, who had stints with the Packers, Bears and Seahawks last year; and long …

3 years, 10 months ago

Ravens’ offseason additions: Creating depth and placing several veterans on notice ahead of training camp

New York Times

Phase 2 of the NFL’s offseason workout program started this week and it will quickly morph into Phase 3 and the beginning of organized team activities next week. Below are 10 players whose roster chances or path to meaningful playing time in 2021 were complicated over the past couple of months: Miles Boykin, WR A year ago, it was widely …

3 years, 10 months ago

Baltimore Ravens draft Jayson Oweh: Edge rusher is inexperienced, but upside is enticing

New York Times

The Ravens selected Penn State outside linebacker Jayson Oweh with the 31st pick in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday. Edge rusher was widely considered the Ravens’ biggest need after their two most productive outside linebackers, Matthew Judon and Yannick Ngakoue, departed in free agency. The Ravens’ returning outside linebackers, a group that also includes 2019 third-round …

4 years ago

Ravens’ 10-step plan to improve the roster and get over playoff hump

New York Times

Eric DeCosta clearly doesn’t need our help. Create more salary-cap space The Ravens are never among the biggest spenders in free agency and they don’t need to be this year either. Treat safety as if it’s a need When discussing the Ravens’ needs, safety help is rarely mentioned in the same breath as offensive line, outside linebacker and wide receiver. …

5 years, 1 month ago

Ravens prioritize taking care of their own, so who’s next for an extension?

New York Times

A clear trend has developed in Eric DeCosta’s first 13 months as the Ravens’ general manager. The Ravens will almost certainly sign a few more pending free agents to short-term deals like they’ve done in recent weeks with offensive tackle Andre Smith and defensive back Jordan Richards. The Ravens let another young edge rusher, Za’Darius Smith, leave in free agency …

5 years, 1 month ago

The 49ers and Chiefs have elements the Ravens lack, but Ravens players insist they have all they need

New York Times

They didn’t cite a glaring weakness or a significant hole that is holding the Ravens back. We’re going to be better from it.” Safety Earl Thomas said that Pro Bowl week and having a chance to get back on the field with so many of his teammates was an important part of recovery from the Ravens’ shocking 28-12 loss to …

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Ronnie Stanley’s return keeps Baltimore’s left tackle situation stable

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— Once again, the Baltimore Ravens were able to keep their top free agent from leaving. Ronnie Stanley's return saves Baltimore the trouble of trying to replace its left tackle and gives the team an opportunity to bring back its offense largely intact after a record-setting 2024 season. We were talking, so I think just through the whole time I …

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