2 months ago

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

— 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 decisions after next season.” DeCosta was talking about the tight end position, but that comment applies in many ways to the whole roster. We’ll look at free agency.” DeCosta said the team would like to bring back fullback Patrick Ricard, a player who is probably far more valuable to the Ravens than to a lot of other teams. DeCosta also talked a bit about a couple of moves that didn’t pan out — signing safety Eddie Jackson before the season and trading for wide receiver Diontae Johnson in the middle of it.

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2 months ago

No easy answers for Ravens, whose great offensive production was undone by playoff turnovers

Associated Press

— Mark Andrews has been reclusive since his dropped 2-point conversion sent Baltimore to defeat against the Buffalo Bills. “He’s going to be hurting for a while, but he’s going to continue to do great things.” Hard to explain For the past two seasons, almost every Baltimore loss has felt avoidable. There were some warning signs this season — penalties …

2 months ago

Appreciate Lamar Jackson’s brilliance, even if football cruelty dealt Ravens a loss

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens’ season was in Lamar Jackson’s hands, and it felt so right. Andrews, one of the NFL’s best tight ends and long Jackson’s most reliable target, dropped a short pass while falling toward the right end zone pylon, depriving Baltimore of a score-tying two-point conversion. After opening the game by driving Baltimore 73 yards for a score, culminating …

2 months, 1 week ago

After latest playoff exit, Ravens face big question: How do they get over the hump? Key takeaways

New York Times

With possession inside the two-minute warning, the Baltimore Ravens finished a Mark Andrews drop shy of overcoming their largest halftime deficit of the 2024 season. The Ravens fell to the Buffalo Bills, 27-25, on Sunday despite outgaining Buffalo by nearly 150 total yards, ending their prolific offensive season short of the AFC Championship Game. The two-point conversion is no good …

2 months, 1 week ago

Ravens and Bills lost plenty of talent last offseason, but stayed in Super Bowl contention

Associated Press

— Stefon Diggs, Gabe Davis, Patrick Queen and Jadeveon Clowney. Their matchup Sunday night centers around quarterbacks Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, but it’s also vindication of sorts for two front offices that were able to keep their teams in Super Bowl contention despite having to reload on the fly. “I think the Ravens do a great job drafting and …

2 months, 1 week ago

Ravens history is filled with big road victories in the playoffs. Now they need another

Associated Press

— Baltimore cornerback Marlon Humphrey approaches cold weather with a defensive back’s mindset. The Ravens now have a chance to add to that total, and if they win this weekend, there’s a good chance another road trip would await in the AFC title game. It’s in theory a tougher path than the one Baltimore had last season, when it was …

2 months, 1 week ago

Stage is set for Ravens’ Lamar Jackson to face Bills’ Josh Allen in divisional playoff at Buffalo

Associated Press

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Baltimore coach John Harbaugh has enjoyed the fortune of competing on the NFL’s biggest stages to appreciate the setting and magnitude of what’s on the line for the Ravens and Bills in Buffalo on Sunday. “It’s a privilege to be a part of a game like this.” The quarterback matchup alone is worthy of the weeklong …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

In manhandling Steelers, Ravens show their playoff potential: ‘This is the appetizer’

New York Times

BALTIMORE — The quarterback, who acknowledged earlier in the week that he’s been too amped up in previous playoff games, jogged onto the field for the first time in the shadow of his end zone. Thirteen plays, including five consecutive Jackson runs, and 95 yards later, the two-time MVP was sprinting toward the Steelers’ end zone Saturday to celebrate Rashod …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Derrick Henry, Ravens run over Steelers — and into AFC divisional round: Key takeaways

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens advanced to the AFC divisional round for the second straight season after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers 28-14 on Saturday night. John Harbaugh’s club rushed for 164 yards before the break and finished the night with 299 yards on the ground, with 81 rushing yards from Jackson and 186 yards and a pair of touchdowns from Henry, who …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lamar Jackson has yet to be his best in the playoffs. The Ravens need that to change

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Steelers vs Ravens and Chargers vs Texans in the NFL Wild Card playoff games. — The Baltimore Ravens’ players and coaches knew Lamar Jackson’s playoff history was going to be a storyline this week, and they seemed determined to not give it more life. The Steelers defense, however, is much healthier than it was …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

At the end of another stellar season, Ravens’ Lamar Jackson will still face doubters in the playoffs

Associated Press

— As far as Lamar Jackson is concerned, most of his postseason disappointments are well in the past. There’s one obvious exception — last year’s AFC championship game, when the top-seeded Ravens were at home against Kansas City but still couldn’t overcome the Chiefs. At this time of year, Jackson still has his share of doubters — and acknowledges himself …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens have special opportunity to check off an annual goal before Super Bowl chase

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens’ team goals don’t traditionally change much heading into a season. The 11-5 Ravens couldn’t have asked for a better opportunity today, particularly after starting the season 0-2 and sitting two games behind the Pittsburgh Steelers as late as Week 14 this season. Last week in Houston, Henry had the ball on eight of the Ravens’ first 11 …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens now in the AFC North driver’s seat after 3 convincing wins in 11-day stretch

Associated Press

Now Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens can rest a bit. A win next week would give the Ravens the AFC North title — and a third MVP award for Jackson seems to be very much in play. A win next week would be Baltimore’s 12th of the season — only one behind the number that gave the Ravens the …

3 months ago

Lamar Jackson, Ravens down Steelers to reach playoffs, tie atop AFC North: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Jeff Zrebiec, Mike DeFabo and Tobias Bass The Baltimore Ravens have made the race for the AFC North crown a bit more interesting after a 34-17 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night. The Ravens’ dynamic backfield was on full display starting with Lamar Jackson as he continued his MVP campaign, completing 15 of 23 passes for 207 …

Rested Ravens are a big favorite over struggling Giants, who are mired in an 8-game losing streak

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Baltimore Ravens are doing their best to avoid all the speculation that their game against the struggling New York Giants is going to be a blowout. “The challenge is playing the team that we’re playing, and this team has really good players, and this team has a lot of motivation to play well,” Ravens coach …

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 …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens suspend Diontae Johnson one game after he refuses to take field vs. Eagles

New York Times

The Baltimore Ravens have issued a one-game suspension to recently acquired wide receiver Diontae Johnson for refusing to take the field in their Week 13 game against the Philadelphia Eagles. “We have made the difficult decision to suspend Diontae Johnson for our upcoming game against the New York Giants for conduct detrimental to the team,” Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Justin Tucker’s erratic season isn’t getting any better, and it’s hurting Baltimore’s outlook

Associated Press

— The biggest question facing the Baltimore Ravens right now has little to do with Lamar Jackson or even a defense that started the season poorly. Sunday’s loss to Philadelphia might have been the nadir — he missed two field goals and an extra point in a game the Ravens ultimately lost 24-19. “And he’s the guy to get it …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jackson leads rally, and Ravens stop 2-point attempt to hold off Bengals 35-34

Associated Press

BALTIMORE — Facing his largest deficit in three years, Lamar Jackson led Baltimore back with another dazzling display. Jackson threw three fourth-quarter touchdown passes, and the Ravens stopped Cincinnati on a 2-point conversion with 38 seconds remaining to hold off the Bengals 35-34 on Thursday night. Cincinnati actually had the ball while up 14 in the third, but a fumble …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lamar Jackson’s heroics lift Ravens over Bengals, but the defense has to start doing its part

New York Times

BALTIMORE — He led the Baltimore Ravens to touchdowns on four consecutive drives, punctuating the final one to Rashod Bateman in the back of the end zone by holding his release in the air, a move that would have made Stephen Curry proud. GO DEEPER Jackson outduels Burrow as Ravens top Bengals in 35-34 thriller: Takeaways During one point of …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens' Dynamic Duo Soars, But Defense Needs Improvement

Associated Press

The Lamar Jackson-Derrick Henry tandem has taken Baltimore's offense to new heights, leading the Ravens to a 41-10 win over Denver. Jackson leads the league with a rating of 120.7, while Henry leads in yards rushing, having already surpassed 1,000 in his first season in Baltimore. The Ravens have averaged at least 6 yards per play in all nine games …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lamar Jackson’s perfection vs. Broncos makes it easy to imagine possibilities for Ravens

New York Times

BALTIMORE — As Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson moved around the pocket on a third-and-goal late in the second quarter, his eyes fixated downfield, there was a clear lane in front of him to try and run for the touchdown. Our offense came to play as a group.” In the first half, the Ravens had only 24 yards rushing against …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens looking for a return to normalcy vs. Broncos following angst-ridden week

New York Times

When quarterback Lamar Jackson walked casually down a ramp and onto the practice field late Friday morning, it felt like a sense of normalcy had returned to the Baltimore Ravens at the end of an angst-ridden week. The practice week ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the surging Denver Broncos accelerated Wednesday, but it took place without Jackson, who was listed …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

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

New York Times

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 …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson misses second straight practice before Broncos clash

New York Times

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson missed a second consecutive practice Thursday, just three days before the Ravens host the 5-3 Denver Broncos, who have won five of their last six games. On Wednesday, Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Jackson was just getting a “rest” day, but a second day off the practice field clearly indicates some level of physical concern …

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

Ravens defense shows once again it can’t be trusted to get stops in loss to Browns

New York Times

CLEVELAND — After his final desperation pass bounced harmlessly in the corner of the end zone with no time on the clock, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson angrily ripped off his helmet and spiked it to the ground. Jackson and the offense made their share of mistakes in Sunday’s momentum-crushing 29-24 loss to the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field, …

5 months ago

Defending the 2024 Ravens is the ultimate catch-22

New York Times

In Lamar Jackson’s seven years in the NFL, he’s been an enigma for opposing defenses and, sometimes, for his own team. The Ravens have finally struck the right balance between Roman’s offense and Monken’s more pass-centric attack, and they’re more explosive than they’ve ever been since Jackson became starter. Henry’s 0.15 expected points added per carry this season is leagues …

Ravens' Defense Needs Work to Win First Super Bowl

Associated Press

The Ravens are looking to win their first Super Bowl with Lamar Jackson at quarterback. Despite their strong offense, the defense has some challenges, particularly in the secondary. The Ravens' wide receivers and tight ends have done a solid job running routes and getting open for Jackson, while the team's special teams have failed to corral an onside kick for …

5 months, 1 week ago

Jackson and surging Ravens hit road, looking to extend winning streak over Mayfield’s Bucs

Associated Press

TAMPA, Fla. — Todd Bowles could barely contain his laughter when asked to share his thoughts on Baker Mayfield’s mobility and ability to run. “He understands when he has to run, and he’s great at that.” Mayfield, who faces Jackson and the AFC North-leading Ravens on Monday night, agrees he’ll never be confused with being one of the best runners …

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 — …

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Lamar Jackson is authentically himself, and he’s not going to apologize for it

New York Times

— Lamar Jackson has little interest in talking about other quarterbacks, both past and present. They also understand that Jackson doesn’t particularly care what “outsiders” know about him, but why give the “talking heads” another headline? “That’s something that I think is why this whole league respects him,” said Ravens wide receiver Nelson Agholor, who spends time with Jackson in …

1 year, 1 month ago

Loss to Chiefs still stings, but Ravens have no choice but to move on toward a busy offseason

Associated Press

— It’s always tough when your offseason begins just before the Super Bowl. When Baltimore general manager Eric DeCosta and coach John Harbaugh met with reporters Friday, it was clear last weekend’s loss to Kansas City in the AFC championship game still stung. I don’t have the luxury of really dwelling on a season.” The Ravens have already lost defensive …

1 year, 1 month ago

Your team was not going to get Lamar Jackson, OK?

New York Times

Update: The Chiefs beat the Ravens 17-10 to earn a trip to the Super Bowl Can we please kill one of the more disingenuous narratives out there? Now that the relationship is whole and Baltimore is making a playoff push, a common refrain holds that teams with lesser quarterbacks committed malpractice by failing to pursue Jackson during the months last …

1 year, 2 months ago

Lamar Jackson and Ravens pull away in the second half to beat Texans 34-10 and reach AFC title game

Associated Press

BALTIMORE — Lamar Jackson had already done plenty of running by the time he reached the end zone in the fourth quarter. Jackson threw two touchdown passes and ran for two scores, and the Baltimore Ravens pulled away in the second half for a 34-10 win over the Houston Texans on Saturday to advance to the AFC championship game. I …

1 year, 2 months ago

Lamar Jackson challenges teammates at halftime, then carries Ravens to win over Texans

New York Times

BALTIMORE — They told anyone who would listen that this was a different team, that they had learned from past playoff failures, that they were “locked in” on making a Super Bowl. “There’s something in him right now,” said Ravens wide receiver Nelson Agholor, who caught a 3-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter. GO DEEPER Lamar Jackson, Ravens run …

1 year, 2 months ago

Ravens’ and 49ers’ No. 1 priority finally put to the test in divisional playoffs

LA Times

Quarterback Lamar Jackson led the Ravens over the Texans in the season opener, 25-9. The quarterbacks will be center stage when Houston plays at Baltimore, with the Texans’ Stroud, the likely offensive rookie of the year, sharing the stage with the Ravens’ Lamar Jackson, on track to win his second NFL most valuable player award. “Not letting anything enter into …

1 year, 2 months ago

Ravens’ Lamar Jackson has his eyes on the prize: ‘I’ve got to get a championship now’

New York Times

Lamar Jackson doesn’t spend a whole lot of time reminiscing, but as he studied film in preparation for the Ravens’ Week 15 matchup with Jacksonville and honed in on Jaguars cornerback Darious Williams, he found himself thinking back to his rookie year in 2018. It’s best to win it now.” Since the moment Jackson held up a Ravens jersey for …

1 year, 2 months ago

Lamar Jackson to be held out of Ravens’ regular-season finale. Tyler Huntley set to start at QB

Associated Press

— Lamar Jackson is again missing the end of the regular season, except this time it’s a good sign for the Baltimore Ravens. Jackson will not play in Baltimore’s finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers this weekend, coach John Harbaugh said Wednesday. “We’ve got guys who are going to go out there and ball out.” Jackson, a favorite to win NFL …

1 year, 2 months ago

Lamar Jackson’s perfect passer rating helps Ravens rout Dolphins 56-19 to clinch top seed in AFC

Associated Press

BALTIMORE — Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens clinched a division title and the top seed in the AFC. Serenaded throughout by “MVP!” chants, Jackson threw for 321 yards and five touchdowns as the Ravens eviscerated the Miami Dolphins 56-19 on Sunday. “There’s times like this one where I would like a time machine for sure,” Miami coach Mike McDaniel …

1 year, 2 months ago

NFL Week 17 takeaways: What ails the Eagles? What should Bears do with draft’s No. 1 pick?

New York Times

After Week 17 in the NFL began with wins by the Cleveland Browns and Dallas Cowboys, the drama continued Sunday with 14 games, including 10 in the early window. They manhandled the Dolphins — one of football’s best — even though they were coming off an emotional victory on the road and playing on a short week. The Bills and …

1 year, 2 months ago

Ravens dominant (again) in win over Dolphins, earn chance to rewrite 2019 ending

New York Times

BALTIMORE — The comparisons to 2019 had already started to pick up momentum for these Baltimore Ravens. “It’s almost the same,” said Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard, one of seven Baltimore players to score a touchdown Sunday and one of five to catch one from Jackson. “I don’t know if I’ve seen a more impressive performance in a game,” said Ravens …

1 year, 3 months ago

Lamar Jackson leads the Ravens past the 49ers 33-19 in a showdown of the top 2 teams

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — If the rare late-season matchup between the top teams in the NFL was a statement game, Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens delivered a loud one to the rest of the league. Jackson threw two touchdown passes in a span of 18 seconds in the third quarter and the Ravens intercepted Brock Purdy four times in …

1 year, 3 months ago

‘On to the next’: How Lamar Jackson’s Ravens surprised Nick Bosa and the 49ers

New York Times

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The Baltimore Ravens beat the San Francisco 49ers, 33-19, in Monday night’s showdown. “You can’t turn the ball over against any team,” 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey said, “especially one as good as that.” The 49ers entered Monday’s game riding high on a six-game win streak and knowing that two wins over the final three regular-season …

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

The Baltimore Ravens are on a roll right now, but so is the rest of the AFC North

Associated Press

— In his own tongue-in-cheek way, Baltimore coach John Harbaugh gave the rest of the AFC North his respect as the Ravens head into a couple of key divisional matchups these next two weeks. Baltimore lost star J.K. Dobbins to an Achilles tendon injury in the first game of the season, but the Ravens have continued to run the ball …

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

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 …

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

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