Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 1 win over Houston
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings from the 25-9 win over the Texans.
Luke Jones
With Dobbins injury, Ravens already lose upside that won’t be easy to replace
Luke Jones
There’s no winning the Super Bowl in Week 1, but losing such talent can put a substantial dent in championship aspirations.
Andrews deactivated for Ravens’ season opener against Houston
Luke Jones
Unveiling a revamped offense under Todd Monken, Baltimore will have to do it without its three-time Pro Bowl tight end.
Andrews officially questionable, Humphrey out for Ravens’ opener against Houston
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl tight end Mark Andrews was limited in practices all week with a lingering quad injury.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 1 meeting with Houston
Luke Jones
All eyes will be on the passing game as the 2023 season kicks off in Baltimore on Sunday afternoon.
Ravens mostly healthy counting down to 2023 opener against Houston
Luke Jones
All but one player on the current 53-man roster took part in Wednesday’s practice.
With offseason drama behind them, Ravens excited to finally unveil new-look offense
Luke Jones
Five months ago, Baltimore was dealing with a much different kind of unknown with its offense.
No matter the challenge, Orioles just keep going to work — and winning
Luke Jones
Labor Day feels like the right time to praise the work of the AL-leading Orioles on the way to their first postseason berth since 2016.
Orioles bring back 2022 All-Star reliever Jorge Lopez on waiver claim from Miami
Luke Jones
Baltimore reacquired the 30-year-old pitcher exactly 13 months after trading him to Minnesota.
Ravens re-sign Johnson, Seymour, Urban after placing three others on injured reserve
Luke Jones
Cornerback Kevon Seymour could find himself in the early defensive mix after rejoining the 53-man roster.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following final roster cuts and maneuvering
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings with most of the roster-building dust now settled.
Gordon, Mustipher headline practice-squad signings for Ravens
Luke Jones
Two-time Pro Bowl running back Melvin Gordon joined Baltimore’s practice squad after being released Tuesday.
Breaking down 2023 Ravens’ initial 53-man roster
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl inside linebacker Roquan Smith leads a defense with questions at cornerback and outside linebacker.
Ravens place Bowser on non-football injury list, release nine vested veterans to trim roster to 53
Luke Jones
Tyus Bowser is dealing with an “agitated” knee and will miss at least the first four games of the season.
Former Terps receiver Demus headlines first wave of Ravens roster cuts
Luke Jones
General manager Eric DeCosta must trim the roster to 53 players by 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Predicting the initial 53-man roster for the 2023 Ravens
Luke Jones
How will the offensive line shake out after John Simpson was named the starting left guard?
John Simpson wins starting left guard competition for Ravens
Luke Jones
Simpson will become Baltimore’s sixth different Week 1 starter at left guard over the last seven seasons.
Orioles closer Bautista out indefinitely with UCL injury in right elbow
Luke Jones
“It’s something that you try not to imagine throughout the season just because of the impact he was having.”
All-Star closer Bautista leaves with arm discomfort, ruining thrilling night for Orioles
Luke Jones
One of the more thrilling moments of the season turned into one of Baltimore’s biggest nightmares in a matter of 15 minutes on Friday.
Ravens-Buccaneers preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Will Saturday mark 2021 third-round pick Ben Cleveland’s final game with Baltimore?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following final day of open training camp
Luke Jones
Thursday marked the last day reporters could watch the entirety of practice for the rest of the season.
Sizing up the 2023 Ravens roster following conclusion of open training camp
Luke Jones
How do the additions of Jadeveon Clowney and Ronald Darby impact the latest 53-man roster projection?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 29-28 preseason loss at Washington
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple thoughts after Baltimore’s first preseason defeat since 2015.
Ravens-Commanders preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Will John Simpson strengthen his case to be the starting left guard for Week 1?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 19 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Rashod Bateman took part in 7-on-7 drills and made one of the highlight plays of Friday’s practice.
Ravens add former Pro Bowl edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney to outside linebacker room
Luke Jones
The 30-year-old Clowney visited with Baltimore earlier this month.
Depleted at cornerback position, Ravens add veteran Ronald Darby to mix
Luke Jones
The 29-year-old suffered a torn ACL while playing for Denver last October.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following second day of joint practice with Washington
Luke Jones
Justin Madubuike was one of the standout performers for the Baltimore defense against the Commanders.
Already thin at cornerback, Ravens lose Humphrey for “indeterminate” period of time after foot surgery
Luke Jones
The three-time Pro Bowl selection appears unlikely to be ready for the Sept. 10 season opener.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following first day of joint practice with Washington
Luke Jones
Fights broke out on back-to-back plays during Tuesday’s practice between Baltimore and the Commanders.
Dobbins begins practicing while Ravens say Bowser’s “agitated” knee showing improvement
Luke Jones
“He’s 100% healthy. He looks good. He’s been training hard, so he’s ready to go.”
Sizing up the 2023 Ravens roster following preseason opener
Luke Jones
Luke Jones takes aim at predicting the 53-man roster with the first preseason game in the books.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 20-19 preseason win over Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings from the preseason opener as one of sports’ weirdest streaks continued.
Orioles activate Mullins from injured list to begin West Coast trip in Seattle
Luke Jones
After missing extensive action with a groin injury for the second time this season, Cedric Mullins is back.
Ravens-Eagles preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Cornerback remains a position of concern with multiple players banged up early in training camp.
Orioles still in great shape, but how pitching staff evolves down stretch remains critical
Luke Jones
How this pitching staff evolves — or merely survives — between now and October will be fascinating.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 13 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Roquan Smith and Patrick Queen were standouts for their physicality during Wednesday’s practice.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 12 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Four-time Pro Bowl fullback Patrick Ricard working out at guard is an interesting August development.
Reminders of past reinforce excitement of Orioles’ present
Luke Jones
These current Orioles remained the primary source of excitement over a weekend built for nostalgia.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 8 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Baltimore conducted what amounted to little more than a brisk walk-through on Thursday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 1 win over Houston
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings from the 25-9 win over the Texans.
With Dobbins injury, Ravens already lose upside that won’t be easy to replace
Luke Jones
There’s no winning the Super Bowl in Week 1, but losing such talent can put a substantial dent in championship aspirations.
Andrews deactivated for Ravens’ season opener against Houston
Luke Jones
Unveiling a revamped offense under Todd Monken, Baltimore will have to do it without its three-time Pro Bowl tight end.
Andrews officially questionable, Humphrey out for Ravens’ opener against Houston
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl tight end Mark Andrews was limited in practices all week with a lingering quad injury.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 1 meeting with Houston
Luke Jones
All eyes will be on the passing game as the 2023 season kicks off in Baltimore on Sunday afternoon.
Ravens mostly healthy counting down to 2023 opener against Houston
Luke Jones
All but one player on the current 53-man roster took part in Wednesday’s practice.
With offseason drama behind them, Ravens excited to finally unveil new-look offense
Luke Jones
Five months ago, Baltimore was dealing with a much different kind of unknown with its offense.
No matter the challenge, Orioles just keep going to work — and winning
Luke Jones
Labor Day feels like the right time to praise the work of the AL-leading Orioles on the way to their first postseason berth since 2016.
Orioles bring back 2022 All-Star reliever Jorge Lopez on waiver claim from Miami
Luke Jones
Baltimore reacquired the 30-year-old pitcher exactly 13 months after trading him to Minnesota.
Ravens re-sign Johnson, Seymour, Urban after placing three others on injured reserve
Luke Jones
Cornerback Kevon Seymour could find himself in the early defensive mix after rejoining the 53-man roster.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following final roster cuts and maneuvering
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings with most of the roster-building dust now settled.
Gordon, Mustipher headline practice-squad signings for Ravens
Luke Jones
Two-time Pro Bowl running back Melvin Gordon joined Baltimore’s practice squad after being released Tuesday.
Breaking down 2023 Ravens’ initial 53-man roster
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl inside linebacker Roquan Smith leads a defense with questions at cornerback and outside linebacker.
Ravens place Bowser on non-football injury list, release nine vested veterans to trim roster to 53
Luke Jones
Tyus Bowser is dealing with an “agitated” knee and will miss at least the first four games of the season.
Former Terps receiver Demus headlines first wave of Ravens roster cuts
Luke Jones
General manager Eric DeCosta must trim the roster to 53 players by 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Predicting the initial 53-man roster for the 2023 Ravens
Luke Jones
How will the offensive line shake out after John Simpson was named the starting left guard?
John Simpson wins starting left guard competition for Ravens
Luke Jones
Simpson will become Baltimore’s sixth different Week 1 starter at left guard over the last seven seasons.
Orioles closer Bautista out indefinitely with UCL injury in right elbow
Luke Jones
“It’s something that you try not to imagine throughout the season just because of the impact he was having.”
All-Star closer Bautista leaves with arm discomfort, ruining thrilling night for Orioles
Luke Jones
One of the more thrilling moments of the season turned into one of Baltimore’s biggest nightmares in a matter of 15 minutes on Friday.
Ravens-Buccaneers preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Will Saturday mark 2021 third-round pick Ben Cleveland’s final game with Baltimore?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following final day of open training camp
Luke Jones
Thursday marked the last day reporters could watch the entirety of practice for the rest of the season.
Sizing up the 2023 Ravens roster following conclusion of open training camp
Luke Jones
How do the additions of Jadeveon Clowney and Ronald Darby impact the latest 53-man roster projection?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 29-28 preseason loss at Washington
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple thoughts after Baltimore’s first preseason defeat since 2015.
Ravens-Commanders preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Will John Simpson strengthen his case to be the starting left guard for Week 1?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 19 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Rashod Bateman took part in 7-on-7 drills and made one of the highlight plays of Friday’s practice.
Ravens add former Pro Bowl edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney to outside linebacker room
Luke Jones
The 30-year-old Clowney visited with Baltimore earlier this month.
Depleted at cornerback position, Ravens add veteran Ronald Darby to mix
Luke Jones
The 29-year-old suffered a torn ACL while playing for Denver last October.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following second day of joint practice with Washington
Luke Jones
Justin Madubuike was one of the standout performers for the Baltimore defense against the Commanders.
Already thin at cornerback, Ravens lose Humphrey for “indeterminate” period of time after foot surgery
Luke Jones
The three-time Pro Bowl selection appears unlikely to be ready for the Sept. 10 season opener.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following first day of joint practice with Washington
Luke Jones
Fights broke out on back-to-back plays during Tuesday’s practice between Baltimore and the Commanders.
Dobbins begins practicing while Ravens say Bowser’s “agitated” knee showing improvement
Luke Jones
“He’s 100% healthy. He looks good. He’s been training hard, so he’s ready to go.”
Sizing up the 2023 Ravens roster following preseason opener
Luke Jones
Luke Jones takes aim at predicting the 53-man roster with the first preseason game in the books.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 20-19 preseason win over Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings from the preseason opener as one of sports’ weirdest streaks continued.
Orioles activate Mullins from injured list to begin West Coast trip in Seattle
Luke Jones
After missing extensive action with a groin injury for the second time this season, Cedric Mullins is back.
Ravens-Eagles preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Cornerback remains a position of concern with multiple players banged up early in training camp.
Orioles still in great shape, but how pitching staff evolves down stretch remains critical
Luke Jones
How this pitching staff evolves — or merely survives — between now and October will be fascinating.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 13 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Roquan Smith and Patrick Queen were standouts for their physicality during Wednesday’s practice.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 12 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Four-time Pro Bowl fullback Patrick Ricard working out at guard is an interesting August development.
Reminders of past reinforce excitement of Orioles’ present
Luke Jones
These current Orioles remained the primary source of excitement over a weekend built for nostalgia.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 8 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Baltimore conducted what amounted to little more than a brisk walk-through on Thursday.
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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