Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 16 win over Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Marlon Humphrey provided the cathartic moment that slammed the door as Baltimore beat the Steelers for just the second time in the last 10 meetings.
Luke Jones
Ravens bring Diontae Johnson saga to end, rule out Nelson Agholor for Pittsburgh game
Luke Jones
The former Pro Bowl wide receiver made only one catch in four games and was suspended for the week
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 16 clash with Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Will Baltimore pull into a first-place tie in the AFC North or will the Steelers celebrate a division title on the Ravens’ home field?
Ravens list wide receivers Bateman, Agholor questionable to play against Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Wide receiver Rashod Bateman was spotted wearing a walking boot on his foot after hurting it in practice on Wednesday.
After lengthy Pittsburgh drought, Ravens need win for both their psyche and playoff path
Luke Jones
Baltimore has lost eight of nine against the Steelers and is 4-12 going back to the 2016 Christmas Day loss in Pittsburgh.
Ravens have clear health advantage ahead of AFC North showdown with Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Wide receiver Nelson Agholor was the most notable Baltimore player not to practice Tuesday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 15 win at Giants
Luke Jones
Tight end Mark Andrews became the franchise’s all-time leader in touchdowns scored (48) on Sunday.
Ravens handle Week 15 tuneup as expected, but there’s no time to be satisfied
Luke Jones
Baltimore shrunk the deficit to one game in the AFC North with first-place Pittsburgh coming to town on Saturday.
Ravens list A. Washington questionable, activate M. Pierce for Giants game
Luke Jones
Starting safety Ar’Darius Washington did not travel with the team on Saturday due to a personal matter.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 15 tilt at Giants
Luke Jones
Derrick Henry will face a New York defense ranking 30th in yards per carry allowed on Sunday.
Pierce questionable, Van Noy off injury report for Ravens against last-place Giants
Luke Jones
The Ravens couldn’t ask to be healthier coming out of their Week 14 bye and facing the last-place New York Giants on Sunday afternoon.
After pre-bye improvement, Ravens pass defense aiming to “attack people” down final stretch
Luke Jones
“I feel like we can get a little more aggressive now. It’s all 11 [guys], especially me included, coaches, everybody.”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts coming out of Week 14 bye
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings as Lamar Jackson and the Ravens return to work for the stretch run.
Harbaugh quiet on suspended Diontae Johnson as Ravens return to practice close to full strength
Luke Jones
For what it’s worth, wide receivers Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman denied Johnson’s situation being a distraction for the team with Flowers saying he’d “be welcomed back” after his suspension. In four games since being acquired from Carolina in late October, Johnson has registered just one catch for six yards on five targets.
Orioles add right-handed thump by agreeing to deals with Tyler O’Neill, Gary Sanchez
Luke Jones
After hitting 31 home runs last season, Tyler O’Neill has agreed to a three-year, $49.5 million deal with Baltimore that includes an opt-out.
Despite long road to bye, Ravens remain in good shape from injury standpoint
Luke Jones
Given the messy Diontae Johnson saga, Baltimore needs Rashod Bateman’s knee to be right coming out of the bye week.
Ravens suspend wide receiver Diontae Johnson one game for refusing to play against Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh had refrained from commenting on why Johnson didn’t play in the 24-19 loss to the Eagles.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 13 loss to Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings with Baltimore going into its bye week at 8-5.
Ravens’ biggest concerns headlined Sunday’s loss to Philadelphia, but can they be fixed?
Luke Jones
Baltimore’s guards struggled dramatically against the Eagles’ defensive line on Sunday.
Ravens don’t activate Pierce for Sunday’s game, place two on injured reserve
Luke Jones
Tight end Charlie Kolar fractured his right forearm in last Monday’s win in Los Angeles.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 13 showdown with Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley are the first 1,300-yard rushers to meet in a season in 12 years.
Smith ready to return, but Van Noy doubtful as Ravens near showdown with Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Kyle Van Noy missed the entire practice week with neck and hamstring injuries.
Ravens designate Pierce to return from IR, welcome back R. Smith to practice
Luke Jones
Veteran nose tackle Michael Pierce was placed on injured reserve with a calf injury in late October.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 12 win over Chargers
Luke Jones
Derrick Henry didn’t score a touchdown for the first time all season, but Monday was arguably his best game as a Raven
Ravens defense takes another step in right direction in Monday’s win over Chargers
Luke Jones
Despite a rocky start without Roquan Smith, Zach Orr’s defense rose to the occasion in a 30-23 win at Los Angeles.
Chirinos, Britton headline additions to 2025 Orioles coaching staff
Luke Jones
Buck Britton had been a manager in Baltimore’s farm system since 2018 and is the older brother of former Orioles pitcher Zack Britton.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 12 tilt at Chargers
Luke Jones
J.K. Dobbins is just one of many former Ravens whom Baltimore will see on Monday Night Football.
Ravens waive Eddie Jackson, list Roquan Smith questionable for Monday night
Luke Jones
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Eddie Jackson was signed at the start of training camp to replace valuable reserve Geno Stone.
Ravens hope they’ve found true answers in secondary for surging Chargers
Luke Jones
Ar’Darius Washington has taken over as a starting safety for Baltimore’s revamped secondary.
We can’t be chicken about discussing Tucker and future of Ravens kicking operation
Luke Jones
The special teams of the Baltimore Ravens certainly has not been its strength this season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall operation and the sudden unreliability of a future Hall of Fame kicker and what Justin Tucker needs to do to kick them straight after another Ravens loss in Pittsburgh.
Roquan Smith “working hard to get healthy” as Ravens get ready for trip to Los Angeles
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl inside linebacker Roquan Smith exited last Sunday’s loss in Pittsburgh with a hamstring injury.
Coaching, composure and discipline plus poor play calling and penalties all become questions for Harbaugh and Ravens
Luke Jones
Despite the defense’s strong performance, the Ravens’ inefficiencies and missed opportunities on offense – including a crucial two-point conversion attempt – contributed to their eighth loss in nine games against the Steelers. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for growth and maturity, especially in high-stakes games, and noted the team’s history of struggles in Pittsburgh.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 11 loss at Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s eighth loss in the last nine games against the Steelers.
Instead of character-building win, same doubts linger for Ravens with another loss to Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
“We can’t be beating ourselves in these types of games. We have to find a way to fix that. It’s annoying.”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 11 showdown in Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Patrick Queen’s comments this week were much ado about nothing, but they added spice to a rivalry lacking it recently.
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton set to return against Pittsburgh after Week 10 ankle injury
Luke Jones
Hamilton practiced fully Friday and doesn’t carry a game status designation into Sunday’s pivotal AFC North clash with the Steelers.
High stakes set to replace recent weirdness of Ravens-Steelers rivalry
Luke Jones
With the AFC North lead on the line Sunday, Lamar Jackson is set to make just his fifth career start against Pittsburgh.
Hamilton still on mend, White wants to “earn it” as Ravens prepare for AFC North tilt in Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Tre’Davious White hopes to right his career and help a struggling Baltimore defense.
“Everything is on the table” as Ravens seek improvement for pass defense
Luke Jones
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Ravens know they have a serious pass defense problem. Head coach John Harbaugh said improving
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 10 win over Cincinnati
Luke Jones
Baltimore completed a season sweep of the AFC North rival Bengals in a 35-34 thriller on Thursday night.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 16 win over Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Marlon Humphrey provided the cathartic moment that slammed the door as Baltimore beat the Steelers for just the second time in the last 10 meetings.
Ravens bring Diontae Johnson saga to end, rule out Nelson Agholor for Pittsburgh game
Luke Jones
The former Pro Bowl wide receiver made only one catch in four games and was suspended for the week
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 16 clash with Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Will Baltimore pull into a first-place tie in the AFC North or will the Steelers celebrate a division title on the Ravens’ home field?
Ravens list wide receivers Bateman, Agholor questionable to play against Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Wide receiver Rashod Bateman was spotted wearing a walking boot on his foot after hurting it in practice on Wednesday.
After lengthy Pittsburgh drought, Ravens need win for both their psyche and playoff path
Luke Jones
Baltimore has lost eight of nine against the Steelers and is 4-12 going back to the 2016 Christmas Day loss in Pittsburgh.
Ravens have clear health advantage ahead of AFC North showdown with Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Wide receiver Nelson Agholor was the most notable Baltimore player not to practice Tuesday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 15 win at Giants
Luke Jones
Tight end Mark Andrews became the franchise’s all-time leader in touchdowns scored (48) on Sunday.
Ravens handle Week 15 tuneup as expected, but there’s no time to be satisfied
Luke Jones
Baltimore shrunk the deficit to one game in the AFC North with first-place Pittsburgh coming to town on Saturday.
Ravens list A. Washington questionable, activate M. Pierce for Giants game
Luke Jones
Starting safety Ar’Darius Washington did not travel with the team on Saturday due to a personal matter.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 15 tilt at Giants
Luke Jones
Derrick Henry will face a New York defense ranking 30th in yards per carry allowed on Sunday.
Pierce questionable, Van Noy off injury report for Ravens against last-place Giants
Luke Jones
The Ravens couldn’t ask to be healthier coming out of their Week 14 bye and facing the last-place New York Giants on Sunday afternoon.
After pre-bye improvement, Ravens pass defense aiming to “attack people” down final stretch
Luke Jones
“I feel like we can get a little more aggressive now. It’s all 11 [guys], especially me included, coaches, everybody.”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts coming out of Week 14 bye
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings as Lamar Jackson and the Ravens return to work for the stretch run.
Harbaugh quiet on suspended Diontae Johnson as Ravens return to practice close to full strength
Luke Jones
For what it’s worth, wide receivers Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman denied Johnson’s situation being a distraction for the team with Flowers saying he’d “be welcomed back” after his suspension. In four games since being acquired from Carolina in late October, Johnson has registered just one catch for six yards on five targets.
Orioles add right-handed thump by agreeing to deals with Tyler O’Neill, Gary Sanchez
Luke Jones
After hitting 31 home runs last season, Tyler O’Neill has agreed to a three-year, $49.5 million deal with Baltimore that includes an opt-out.
Despite long road to bye, Ravens remain in good shape from injury standpoint
Luke Jones
Given the messy Diontae Johnson saga, Baltimore needs Rashod Bateman’s knee to be right coming out of the bye week.
Ravens suspend wide receiver Diontae Johnson one game for refusing to play against Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh had refrained from commenting on why Johnson didn’t play in the 24-19 loss to the Eagles.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 13 loss to Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings with Baltimore going into its bye week at 8-5.
Ravens’ biggest concerns headlined Sunday’s loss to Philadelphia, but can they be fixed?
Luke Jones
Baltimore’s guards struggled dramatically against the Eagles’ defensive line on Sunday.
Ravens don’t activate Pierce for Sunday’s game, place two on injured reserve
Luke Jones
Tight end Charlie Kolar fractured his right forearm in last Monday’s win in Los Angeles.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 13 showdown with Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley are the first 1,300-yard rushers to meet in a season in 12 years.
Smith ready to return, but Van Noy doubtful as Ravens near showdown with Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Kyle Van Noy missed the entire practice week with neck and hamstring injuries.
Ravens designate Pierce to return from IR, welcome back R. Smith to practice
Luke Jones
Veteran nose tackle Michael Pierce was placed on injured reserve with a calf injury in late October.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 12 win over Chargers
Luke Jones
Derrick Henry didn’t score a touchdown for the first time all season, but Monday was arguably his best game as a Raven
Ravens defense takes another step in right direction in Monday’s win over Chargers
Luke Jones
Despite a rocky start without Roquan Smith, Zach Orr’s defense rose to the occasion in a 30-23 win at Los Angeles.
Chirinos, Britton headline additions to 2025 Orioles coaching staff
Luke Jones
Buck Britton had been a manager in Baltimore’s farm system since 2018 and is the older brother of former Orioles pitcher Zack Britton.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 12 tilt at Chargers
Luke Jones
J.K. Dobbins is just one of many former Ravens whom Baltimore will see on Monday Night Football.
Ravens waive Eddie Jackson, list Roquan Smith questionable for Monday night
Luke Jones
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Eddie Jackson was signed at the start of training camp to replace valuable reserve Geno Stone.
Ravens hope they’ve found true answers in secondary for surging Chargers
Luke Jones
Ar’Darius Washington has taken over as a starting safety for Baltimore’s revamped secondary.
We can’t be chicken about discussing Tucker and future of Ravens kicking operation
Luke Jones
The special teams of the Baltimore Ravens certainly has not been its strength this season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall operation and the sudden unreliability of a future Hall of Fame kicker and what Justin Tucker needs to do to kick them straight after another Ravens loss in Pittsburgh.
Roquan Smith “working hard to get healthy” as Ravens get ready for trip to Los Angeles
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl inside linebacker Roquan Smith exited last Sunday’s loss in Pittsburgh with a hamstring injury.
Coaching, composure and discipline plus poor play calling and penalties all become questions for Harbaugh and Ravens
Luke Jones
Despite the defense’s strong performance, the Ravens’ inefficiencies and missed opportunities on offense – including a crucial two-point conversion attempt – contributed to their eighth loss in nine games against the Steelers. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for growth and maturity, especially in high-stakes games, and noted the team’s history of struggles in Pittsburgh.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 11 loss at Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s eighth loss in the last nine games against the Steelers.
Instead of character-building win, same doubts linger for Ravens with another loss to Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
“We can’t be beating ourselves in these types of games. We have to find a way to fix that. It’s annoying.”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 11 showdown in Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Patrick Queen’s comments this week were much ado about nothing, but they added spice to a rivalry lacking it recently.
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton set to return against Pittsburgh after Week 10 ankle injury
Luke Jones
Hamilton practiced fully Friday and doesn’t carry a game status designation into Sunday’s pivotal AFC North clash with the Steelers.
High stakes set to replace recent weirdness of Ravens-Steelers rivalry
Luke Jones
With the AFC North lead on the line Sunday, Lamar Jackson is set to make just his fifth career start against Pittsburgh.
Hamilton still on mend, White wants to “earn it” as Ravens prepare for AFC North tilt in Pittsburgh
Luke Jones
Two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Tre’Davious White hopes to right his career and help a struggling Baltimore defense.
“Everything is on the table” as Ravens seek improvement for pass defense
Luke Jones
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Ravens know they have a serious pass defense problem. Head coach John Harbaugh said improving
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 10 win over Cincinnati
Luke Jones
Baltimore completed a season sweep of the AFC North rival Bengals in a 35-34 thriller on Thursday night.
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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