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.
Luke Jones
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.
Ravens list Hamilton questionable, Awuzie doubtful for Sunday night clash with New England
Luke Jones
Kyle Hamilton showed up on Friday’s injury report with an ankle injury casting some uncertainty on his Week 16 status.
Lamar Jackson misses practice due to “flu” illness as Ravens prepare to host New England
Luke Jones
A few other Baltimore starters also sat out Wednesday with minor injuries.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 15 win at Cincinnati
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s first shutout since 2018.
Ravens lose rookie inside linebacker Teddye Buchanan to torn ACL
Luke Jones
The fourth-round pick out of Cal injured his right knee late in the first quarter of Sunday’s win in Cincinnati.
Ravens get arrow pointed in right direction with heartening win in Cincinnati
Luke Jones
After deflating back-to-back division losses at home, Baltimore played its “best football game of the year” Sunday.
Alonso’s arrival makes Orioles look and feel different after years of waiting
Luke Jones
Friday’s press conference was fun and exciting, which aren’t adjectives we’ve used to describe the Orioles at this point in the offseason in a very long time.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 15 trip to Cincinnati
Luke Jones
Will Baltimore suffer a third straight loss that would further deplete its playoff hopes?
Ravens sign defensive tackle Travis Jones to three-year, $40.5 million extension
Luke Jones
The fourth-year defensive lineman is the latest player to receive an extension from general manager Eric DeCosta.
Lamar Jackson misses another Wednesday practice, but not because of injury
Luke Jones
The Ravens listed the star quarterback as receiving a rest day as preparations continued for Sunday’s tilt in Cincinnati.
Orioles agree to five-year, $155 million deal with five-time All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old has hit 34 or more home runs in each of the last five seasons.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 14 loss to Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore dropped to 6-7 and second place in the AFC North.
Ravens notebook: Mitchell day to day, Cleveland suspended by NFL, Week 16 game flexed
Luke Jones
Running back Keaton Mitchell exited Sunday’s loss to Pittsburgh due to a knee injury, but it’s not considered serious.
Ravens not good enough – or lucky enough – in deflating home loss to Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
The pair of overturned fourth-quarter calls would have been even more infuriating if this team were actually living up to expectations in 2025.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 14 clash with Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Will Baltimore grab sole possession of first place against the rival Steelers on Sunday?
Jackson, Wiggins ready to go for Ravens-Steelers clash for first place in AFC North
Luke Jones
Nate Wiggins and Lamar Jackson both practiced fully Friday and do not carry a game status designation for Week 14.
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.
Ravens list Hamilton questionable, Awuzie doubtful for Sunday night clash with New England
Luke Jones
Kyle Hamilton showed up on Friday’s injury report with an ankle injury casting some uncertainty on his Week 16 status.
Lamar Jackson misses practice due to “flu” illness as Ravens prepare to host New England
Luke Jones
A few other Baltimore starters also sat out Wednesday with minor injuries.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 15 win at Cincinnati
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s first shutout since 2018.
Ravens lose rookie inside linebacker Teddye Buchanan to torn ACL
Luke Jones
The fourth-round pick out of Cal injured his right knee late in the first quarter of Sunday’s win in Cincinnati.
Ravens get arrow pointed in right direction with heartening win in Cincinnati
Luke Jones
After deflating back-to-back division losses at home, Baltimore played its “best football game of the year” Sunday.
Alonso’s arrival makes Orioles look and feel different after years of waiting
Luke Jones
Friday’s press conference was fun and exciting, which aren’t adjectives we’ve used to describe the Orioles at this point in the offseason in a very long time.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 15 trip to Cincinnati
Luke Jones
Will Baltimore suffer a third straight loss that would further deplete its playoff hopes?
Ravens sign defensive tackle Travis Jones to three-year, $40.5 million extension
Luke Jones
The fourth-year defensive lineman is the latest player to receive an extension from general manager Eric DeCosta.
Lamar Jackson misses another Wednesday practice, but not because of injury
Luke Jones
The Ravens listed the star quarterback as receiving a rest day as preparations continued for Sunday’s tilt in Cincinnati.
Orioles agree to five-year, $155 million deal with five-time All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old has hit 34 or more home runs in each of the last five seasons.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 14 loss to Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore dropped to 6-7 and second place in the AFC North.
Ravens notebook: Mitchell day to day, Cleveland suspended by NFL, Week 16 game flexed
Luke Jones
Running back Keaton Mitchell exited Sunday’s loss to Pittsburgh due to a knee injury, but it’s not considered serious.
Ravens not good enough – or lucky enough – in deflating home loss to Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
The pair of overturned fourth-quarter calls would have been even more infuriating if this team were actually living up to expectations in 2025.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 14 clash with Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Will Baltimore grab sole possession of first place against the rival Steelers on Sunday?
Jackson, Wiggins ready to go for Ravens-Steelers clash for first place in AFC North
Luke Jones
Nate Wiggins and Lamar Jackson both practiced fully Friday and do not carry a game status designation for Week 14.
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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