Projecting 2026 Orioles’ Opening Day roster ahead of Grapefruit League opener
Luke Jones
Will Colton Cowser be able to handle center field every day?
Luke Jones
With coaching staff set, all eyes on Lamar Jackson’s contract as Ravens move into bulk of offseason
Luke Jones
With free agency less than a month away, the clock’s ticking to work out a deal to lower the two-time MVP’s salary cap number.
Westburg’s health one of more pivotal factors for Orioles entering 2026
Luke Jones
An oblique injury for the 2024 All-Star infielder wasn’t what you wanted to hear at the start of spring training.
Orioles agree to terms with veteran starter Chris Bassitt to complete rotation mix
Luke Jones
Baltimore will reportedly sign the soon-to-be 37-year-old to a one-year, $18.5 million contract.
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday to open season on injured list after breaking bone in hand
Luke Jones
The 22-year-old will undergo surgery to remove the hamate bone in his right hand.
Ravens name Anthony Levine as new special teams coordinator
Luke Jones
Levine played in Baltimore for 10 seasons and was one of the better special-teams players in franchise history.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at start of 2026 spring training
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings as pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota.
Ravens greats Suggs, Yanda fall short of Pro Football Hall of Fame for second straight year
Luke Jones
Both Terrell Suggs and Marshal Yanda made the final seven before falling short of the 80% of votes required for election.
Orioles subtract from questionable bullpen to add utility infielder from Arizona
Luke Jones
Baltimore traded reliever Kade Strowd to the Diamondbacks for infielder Blaze Alexander on Thursday.
Reviewing Ravens’ rookie class after 2025 season
Luke Jones
First-round safety Malaki Starks led Baltimore in defensive snaps in 2025.
With spring nearly upon us, time running short for Orioles to punctuate encouraging offseason
Luke Jones
Is another notable move coming before pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota next week?
Anthony Weaver set to return to Ravens as new defensive coordinator
Luke Jones
The 45-year-old becomes the second defensive coordinator in Ravens history to have also played for Baltimore.
Ravens to hire Bears assistant Declan Doyle as new offensive coordinator
Luke Jones
The 29-year-old has worked with both Sean Payton and Ben Johnson, but he’s never called plays in his coaching career.
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Luke Jones
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Luke Jones
New head coach Jesse Minter confirmed what most expected during his introductory press conference on Thursday.
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Luke Jones
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Baltimore turned to a familiar face in Jesse Minter, but Lamar Jackson’s next offensive coordinator will be nearly as important.
Ravens tab Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as fourth head coach in team history
Luke Jones
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Luke Jones
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Luke Jones
With Buffalo firing head coach Sean McDermott, the perception of Baltimore having the best opening is now up for more debate.
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Luke Jones
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With Harbaugh making Giant decision, all eyes shift to Ravens head coach position
Luke Jones
Baltimore is regarded as having the best opening, and John Harbaugh was widely viewed as the top candidate for any team not named the Ravens.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Bisciotti-DeCosta press conference
Luke Jones
Owner Steve Bisciotti took part in a season-ending press conference in Owings Mills for the first time in eight years.
Ravens moving through head coach interviews without any clear pattern to this point
Luke Jones
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Ravens smart to cast wide net in finding new head coach
Luke Jones
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Twelve Ravens Thoughts following firing of longtime head coach John Harbaugh
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s franchise-altering decision on Tuesday.
John Harbaugh out as Ravens head coach after 18 seasons
Luke Jones
Baltimore parted with the former Super Bowl-winning coach only nine months after signing him to a three-year contract extension.
After latest torment to end disappointing 2025 season, Ravens need more serious change to break cycle
Luke Jones
After Baltimore’s latest excruciating defeat, an offseason of uncomfortable questions begins in Owings Mills.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 18 clash in Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Will Baltimore become the fifth team in NFL history to rebound from a 1-5 start to make the playoffs?
Ravens have one last chance in Pittsburgh to reset disappointing 2025 season
Luke Jones
This was always going to be a thankless regular season, but Baltimore still has a chance to roll the dice in the playoffs.
Jackson set to return, feels “great right now” for Ravens-Steelers winner-take-all showdown
Luke Jones
The two-time NFL MVP is set to log a full week of practice for the first time since early November.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 17 victory at Green Bay
Luke Jones
Baltimore signed Derrick Henry for that exact kind of game on Saturday night.
Lamar Jackson’s status for Ravens-Steelers winner-take-all showdown “to be determined”
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh said Baltimore would “know a lot more on Wednesday” regarding Jackson’s chances of playing Sunday night.
Pittsburgh’s loss keeps Ravens’ playoff hopes alive, sets up AFC North title game Sunday night
Luke Jones
Baltimore received a late Christmas gift from the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon.
Impressive offensive showing in Green Bay leaves Ravens wondering what could have been
Luke Jones
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Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 17 trip to Green Bay
Luke Jones
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Luke Jones
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Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 16 loss to New England
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore saw its playoff hopes plummet on Sunday night.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 16 meeting with New England
Luke Jones
Baltimore has one last chance to improve upon its disappointing 3-5 record at home in 2025.
Orioles add upside to rotation in acquiring right-hander Shane Baz from Tampa Bay
Luke Jones
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Projecting 2026 Orioles’ Opening Day roster ahead of Grapefruit League opener
Luke Jones
Will Colton Cowser be able to handle center field every day?
With coaching staff set, all eyes on Lamar Jackson’s contract as Ravens move into bulk of offseason
Luke Jones
With free agency less than a month away, the clock’s ticking to work out a deal to lower the two-time MVP’s salary cap number.
Westburg’s health one of more pivotal factors for Orioles entering 2026
Luke Jones
An oblique injury for the 2024 All-Star infielder wasn’t what you wanted to hear at the start of spring training.
Orioles agree to terms with veteran starter Chris Bassitt to complete rotation mix
Luke Jones
Baltimore will reportedly sign the soon-to-be 37-year-old to a one-year, $18.5 million contract.
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday to open season on injured list after breaking bone in hand
Luke Jones
The 22-year-old will undergo surgery to remove the hamate bone in his right hand.
Ravens name Anthony Levine as new special teams coordinator
Luke Jones
Levine played in Baltimore for 10 seasons and was one of the better special-teams players in franchise history.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at start of 2026 spring training
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings as pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota.
Ravens greats Suggs, Yanda fall short of Pro Football Hall of Fame for second straight year
Luke Jones
Both Terrell Suggs and Marshal Yanda made the final seven before falling short of the 80% of votes required for election.
Orioles subtract from questionable bullpen to add utility infielder from Arizona
Luke Jones
Baltimore traded reliever Kade Strowd to the Diamondbacks for infielder Blaze Alexander on Thursday.
Reviewing Ravens’ rookie class after 2025 season
Luke Jones
First-round safety Malaki Starks led Baltimore in defensive snaps in 2025.
With spring nearly upon us, time running short for Orioles to punctuate encouraging offseason
Luke Jones
Is another notable move coming before pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota next week?
Anthony Weaver set to return to Ravens as new defensive coordinator
Luke Jones
The 45-year-old becomes the second defensive coordinator in Ravens history to have also played for Baltimore.
Ravens to hire Bears assistant Declan Doyle as new offensive coordinator
Luke Jones
The 29-year-old has worked with both Sean Payton and Ben Johnson, but he’s never called plays in his coaching career.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Jesse Minter’s opening press conference
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s new head coach was introduced.
Leaning into strength, Minter confirms he’ll call Ravens defense during games
Luke Jones
New head coach Jesse Minter confirmed what most expected during his introductory press conference on Thursday.
As final head coach seats fill, Ravens must weigh play-calling experience for next offensive coordinator
Luke Jones
Former Baltimore offensive coordinator Todd Monken became the new head coach in Cleveland on Wednesday.
Ravens find their head man, but what happens next will be nearly as important
Luke Jones
Baltimore turned to a familiar face in Jesse Minter, but Lamar Jackson’s next offensive coordinator will be nearly as important.
Ravens tab Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as fourth head coach in team history
Luke Jones
The 42-year-old Minter was a defensive assistant with Baltimore from 2017-20.
Collaborative chain of command remains strong selling point for Ravens’ head coach opening
Luke Jones
Baltimore’s new head coach is expected to work side by side with Eric DeCosta with both answering to owner Steve Bisciotti.
As Ravens begin second interviews, McDermott firing changes perception of hiring cycle
Luke Jones
With Buffalo firing head coach Sean McDermott, the perception of Baltimore having the best opening is now up for more debate.
Sizing up the Ravens’ 2026 class of free agents
Luke Jones
Three-time Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum headlines Baltimore’s list of unrestricted free agents.
With Harbaugh making Giant decision, all eyes shift to Ravens head coach position
Luke Jones
Baltimore is regarded as having the best opening, and John Harbaugh was widely viewed as the top candidate for any team not named the Ravens.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Bisciotti-DeCosta press conference
Luke Jones
Owner Steve Bisciotti took part in a season-ending press conference in Owings Mills for the first time in eight years.
Ravens moving through head coach interviews without any clear pattern to this point
Luke Jones
Through Monday, Baltimore has completed seven official interviews for its head coach opening with plenty more to come.
Ravens smart to cast wide net in finding new head coach
Luke Jones
Ex-Baltimore assistant Anthony Weaver is just one of the early names requested to interview for John Harbaugh’s old job.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following firing of longtime head coach John Harbaugh
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s franchise-altering decision on Tuesday.
John Harbaugh out as Ravens head coach after 18 seasons
Luke Jones
Baltimore parted with the former Super Bowl-winning coach only nine months after signing him to a three-year contract extension.
After latest torment to end disappointing 2025 season, Ravens need more serious change to break cycle
Luke Jones
After Baltimore’s latest excruciating defeat, an offseason of uncomfortable questions begins in Owings Mills.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 18 clash in Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Will Baltimore become the fifth team in NFL history to rebound from a 1-5 start to make the playoffs?
Ravens have one last chance in Pittsburgh to reset disappointing 2025 season
Luke Jones
This was always going to be a thankless regular season, but Baltimore still has a chance to roll the dice in the playoffs.
Jackson set to return, feels “great right now” for Ravens-Steelers winner-take-all showdown
Luke Jones
The two-time NFL MVP is set to log a full week of practice for the first time since early November.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 17 victory at Green Bay
Luke Jones
Baltimore signed Derrick Henry for that exact kind of game on Saturday night.
Lamar Jackson’s status for Ravens-Steelers winner-take-all showdown “to be determined”
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh said Baltimore would “know a lot more on Wednesday” regarding Jackson’s chances of playing Sunday night.
Pittsburgh’s loss keeps Ravens’ playoff hopes alive, sets up AFC North title game Sunday night
Luke Jones
Baltimore received a late Christmas gift from the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon.
Impressive offensive showing in Green Bay leaves Ravens wondering what could have been
Luke Jones
Baltimore earned a “heart-defining” win on Saturday, but faulty thinking leading to that point was the problem.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 17 trip to Green Bay
Luke Jones
With Lamar Jackson officially doubtful, Tyler Huntley is set to make his second start of the season on Saturday night.
Ravens list Lamar Jackson as doubtful to play in Green Bay on Saturday night
Luke Jones
Baltimore’s star quarterback hasn’t practiced all week after hurting his back in last Sunday’s loss to New England.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 16 loss to New England
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore saw its playoff hopes plummet on Sunday night.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 16 meeting with New England
Luke Jones
Baltimore has one last chance to improve upon its disappointing 3-5 record at home in 2025.
Orioles add upside to rotation in acquiring right-hander Shane Baz from Tampa Bay
Luke Jones
A month after trading Grayson Rodriguez, Mike Elias acquired someone fitting a similar upside mold.
Luke Jones
Luke Jones is the Ravens and Orioles beat reporter for WNST BaltimorePositive.com and is a PFWA member. His mind is consumed with useless sports knowledge, pro wrestling promos, and movie quotes, but he often forgets where he put his phone. Luke's favorite sports memories include being one of the thousands of kids who waited for Cal Ripken's autograph after Orioles games in the summer of 1995, attending the Super Bowl XXXV victory parade with his dad in the pouring rain, and watching the Terps advance to the Final Four at the Carrier Dome in 2002. Follow him on social media @BaltimoreLuke or email him at Luke@wnst.net.
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