Ravens select eight players in 2021 NFL draft
Luke Jones
Oklahoma State’s Tylan Wallace was the fifth wide receiver selected in the first four rounds by Baltimore since Eric DeCosta became general manager in 2019.
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Harbaugh on Ravens trading Brown to Kansas City: “You’ve got to do what’s best for your team”
Luke Jones
The Baltimore head coach wasn’t worried about helping Andy Reid and the Chiefs address one of their biggest weaknesses.
Looking back at Ravens’ first-round history at current positions of need
Luke Jones
Peter Boulware and Terrell Suggs are the only two outside linebackers selected in the first round by Baltimore.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following Orlando Brown Jr. trade to Kansas City
Luke Jones
Oklahoma State’s Teven Jenkins would be an ideal replacement if he’s available when the Ravens pick late in the first round.
Lowther’s path to majors reflects strange times for Orioles farm system
Luke Jones
The 24-year-old lefty owns a career 2.26 ERA in the minors, but he hasn’t pitched in an official pro game since the end of the 2019 season with Double-A Bowie.
Ravens prioritize future by trading Orlando Brown Jr. to Kansas City
Luke Jones
The Ravens weren’t going to re-sign offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr., but him playing right tackle and backing up left tackle — even for one season — is still worth plenty to a contender.
Ravens’ needs, philosophies align well with 2021 draft
Luke Jones
Penn State’s Jayson Oweh is among the edge rushers who’ve been linked to Baltimore in various mock drafts.
NFL approves rule to relax jersey number restrictions for certain positions
Luke Jones
Would J.K. Dobbins switch to the No. 2 he wore as a star running back at Ohio State?
Santander injury continues rough start for Orioles outfield
Luke Jones
Right fielder Anthony Santander is expected to miss at least two to four weeks with a left ankle sprain.
First Ravens draft reminds how luck remains part of rigorous process
Luke Jones
Would the genius of Ozzie Newsome have been fully realized without Jonathan Ogden and Ray Lewis falling into his lap in 1996?
Former Ravens offensive tackle Fluker agrees to deal with Miami
Luke Jones
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Luke Jones
The Baltimore brass offered a strong endorsement for a maligned group of wide receivers.
Five Ravens potentially impacted most by 2021 draft
Luke Jones
Wide receiver Devin Duvernay is aiming for a bigger role on offensive in his second season.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following series loss to Seattle
Luke Jones
Reality hit the Orioles in a hard way with another series loss to finish off an ugly 1-6 homestand.
Mullins illustrates ups and downs of Orioles’ rebuilding process
Luke Jones
Remembering where the center fielder was two years ago helps keep the early struggles of other young players in perspective.
Experience, youth at edge defender still on list of needs for Ravens
Luke Jones
Free-agent veteran pass rusher Justin Houston is visiting with the Ravens this week.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following weekend sweep to Boston
Luke Jones
It was a forgettable weekend at Camden Yards for Brandon Hyde’s club.
Orioles activate outfielder DJ Stewart to rejoin struggling lineup
Luke Jones
Sidelined with a hamstring injury since early March, Stewart had an odd statistical season in the abbreviated 2020.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following 7-3 loss to Boston in home opener
Luke Jones
The reception from fans, both teams, and the umpires for Trey Mancini brought goosebumps as he played in Baltimore for the first time since beating cancer.
Veteran special teams standout Levine staying with Ravens on one-year deal
Luke Jones
One of the longest-tenured Ravens veterans is staying put for the 2021 season.
Watkins, Ravens need each other even if both have reason for doubt
Luke Jones
Both the Ravens and Sammy Watkins find themselves at a bit of a crossroads in 2021.
Orioles send outfielder Hays to 10-day injured list, recall rookie outfielder McKenna
Luke Jones
The 25-year-old exited Sunday’s win in Boston with a hamstring strain.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following season-opening sweep over Boston
Luke Jones
Expectations shouldn’t change after three games, but periods of success carry long-term value for young teams trying to avoid getting used to losing.
Eleven Orioles to watch to open 2021 season
Luke Jones
The Baltimore outfield has no shortage of talent entering the new season.
Inside linebacker Fort returns to Ravens on one-year deal
Luke Jones
Baltimore brought back one of its lone veteran cuts of the offseason on Thursday.
Orioles set 26-man roster despite Opening Day postponement due to rain
Luke Jones
Trey Mancini had to wait another day to officially complete his inspiring comeback from colon cancer.
NFL’s move to 17-game season reminds we need to use more context with stats
Luke Jones
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson now plays a regular season 42 percent longer than the 12-game schedules the legendary Johnny Unitas played at the start of his career.
Twelve Orioles thoughts approaching Opening Day
Luke Jones
Austin Hays has been on a roller coaster since his major league debut in 2017, but he was easily Baltimore’s best player this spring
Former Cy Young winner Hernandez released while Orioles name Kremer, Lopez to rotation
Luke Jones
“King Felix” had been slowed by a sore elbow and wasn’t going to make the Opening Day roster out of camp.
Orioles rotation taking shape as Opening Day nears
Luke Jones
Rookie lefty and local product Bruce Zimmermann will begin the season as the No. 3 starter after a strong spring.
Ravens finally land veteran receiver Sammy Watkins on one-year deal
Luke Jones
Reaching the end of the second week of free agency, the Ravens landed an established wide receiver.
Ex-Ravens slot receiver Snead joins Las Vegas on one-year deal
Luke Jones
The veteran departs while the Ravens have struggled to lure a free-agent upgrade to Baltimore.
Despite virus outbreak, Ravens finished with eighth-fewest adjusted games lost in 2020
Luke Jones
Star left tackle Ronnie Stanley sustained a season-ending ankle injury in Week 8.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following early waves of free agency
Luke Jones
T.Y. Hilton became the latest wide receiver to turn down a push from the Ravens in free agency.
Ravens reportedly finish visit with Watkins, bring back former draft pick
Luke Jones
The 27-year-old receiver reportedly concluded the meeting without a deal and was scheduled to travel to Indianapolis to meet with the Colts on Wednesday
Familiar skepticism remains at wide receiver as Ravens shut out early in free agency
Luke Jones
Wide receiver continues to be a white whale for fans of an otherwise very successful, innovative organization.
Official 2021 NFL draft order finalized for Ravens
Luke Jones
After making five selections in the first 100 picks of the 2020 draft, general manager Eric DeCosta owns just two in the top 100 next month.
Former starting center Skura departs while Ravens trade for young tight end
Luke Jones
The 2016 undrafted free agent from Duke went from the practice squad to starting for the better part of the last four seasons.
Ravens cut inside linebacker Fort for salary cap savings
Luke Jones
The move saves Baltimore $2.25 million in cap space for the 2021 season.
Veteran defensive lineman Wolfe stays with Ravens on three-year deal
Luke Jones
The Ravens continued their stated objective of re-signing their own on Tuesday.
Ravens select eight players in 2021 NFL draft
Luke Jones
Oklahoma State’s Tylan Wallace was the fifth wide receiver selected in the first four rounds by Baltimore since Eric DeCosta became general manager in 2019.
Harbaugh on Ravens trading Brown to Kansas City: “You’ve got to do what’s best for your team”
Luke Jones
The Baltimore head coach wasn’t worried about helping Andy Reid and the Chiefs address one of their biggest weaknesses.
Looking back at Ravens’ first-round history at current positions of need
Luke Jones
Peter Boulware and Terrell Suggs are the only two outside linebackers selected in the first round by Baltimore.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following Orlando Brown Jr. trade to Kansas City
Luke Jones
Oklahoma State’s Teven Jenkins would be an ideal replacement if he’s available when the Ravens pick late in the first round.
Lowther’s path to majors reflects strange times for Orioles farm system
Luke Jones
The 24-year-old lefty owns a career 2.26 ERA in the minors, but he hasn’t pitched in an official pro game since the end of the 2019 season with Double-A Bowie.
Ravens prioritize future by trading Orlando Brown Jr. to Kansas City
Luke Jones
The Ravens weren’t going to re-sign offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr., but him playing right tackle and backing up left tackle — even for one season — is still worth plenty to a contender.
Ravens’ needs, philosophies align well with 2021 draft
Luke Jones
Penn State’s Jayson Oweh is among the edge rushers who’ve been linked to Baltimore in various mock drafts.
NFL approves rule to relax jersey number restrictions for certain positions
Luke Jones
Would J.K. Dobbins switch to the No. 2 he wore as a star running back at Ohio State?
Santander injury continues rough start for Orioles outfield
Luke Jones
Right fielder Anthony Santander is expected to miss at least two to four weeks with a left ankle sprain.
First Ravens draft reminds how luck remains part of rigorous process
Luke Jones
Would the genius of Ozzie Newsome have been fully realized without Jonathan Ogden and Ray Lewis falling into his lap in 1996?
Former Ravens offensive tackle Fluker agrees to deal with Miami
Luke Jones
Baltimore was always expected to look elsewhere for depth at offensive tackle.
Twelve Ravens thoughts on pre-draft video call
Luke Jones
The Baltimore brass offered a strong endorsement for a maligned group of wide receivers.
Five Ravens potentially impacted most by 2021 draft
Luke Jones
Wide receiver Devin Duvernay is aiming for a bigger role on offensive in his second season.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following series loss to Seattle
Luke Jones
Reality hit the Orioles in a hard way with another series loss to finish off an ugly 1-6 homestand.
Mullins illustrates ups and downs of Orioles’ rebuilding process
Luke Jones
Remembering where the center fielder was two years ago helps keep the early struggles of other young players in perspective.
Experience, youth at edge defender still on list of needs for Ravens
Luke Jones
Free-agent veteran pass rusher Justin Houston is visiting with the Ravens this week.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following weekend sweep to Boston
Luke Jones
It was a forgettable weekend at Camden Yards for Brandon Hyde’s club.
Orioles activate outfielder DJ Stewart to rejoin struggling lineup
Luke Jones
Sidelined with a hamstring injury since early March, Stewart had an odd statistical season in the abbreviated 2020.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following 7-3 loss to Boston in home opener
Luke Jones
The reception from fans, both teams, and the umpires for Trey Mancini brought goosebumps as he played in Baltimore for the first time since beating cancer.
Veteran special teams standout Levine staying with Ravens on one-year deal
Luke Jones
One of the longest-tenured Ravens veterans is staying put for the 2021 season.
Watkins, Ravens need each other even if both have reason for doubt
Luke Jones
Both the Ravens and Sammy Watkins find themselves at a bit of a crossroads in 2021.
Orioles send outfielder Hays to 10-day injured list, recall rookie outfielder McKenna
Luke Jones
The 25-year-old exited Sunday’s win in Boston with a hamstring strain.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following season-opening sweep over Boston
Luke Jones
Expectations shouldn’t change after three games, but periods of success carry long-term value for young teams trying to avoid getting used to losing.
Eleven Orioles to watch to open 2021 season
Luke Jones
The Baltimore outfield has no shortage of talent entering the new season.
Inside linebacker Fort returns to Ravens on one-year deal
Luke Jones
Baltimore brought back one of its lone veteran cuts of the offseason on Thursday.
Orioles set 26-man roster despite Opening Day postponement due to rain
Luke Jones
Trey Mancini had to wait another day to officially complete his inspiring comeback from colon cancer.
NFL’s move to 17-game season reminds we need to use more context with stats
Luke Jones
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson now plays a regular season 42 percent longer than the 12-game schedules the legendary Johnny Unitas played at the start of his career.
Twelve Orioles thoughts approaching Opening Day
Luke Jones
Austin Hays has been on a roller coaster since his major league debut in 2017, but he was easily Baltimore’s best player this spring
Former Cy Young winner Hernandez released while Orioles name Kremer, Lopez to rotation
Luke Jones
“King Felix” had been slowed by a sore elbow and wasn’t going to make the Opening Day roster out of camp.
Orioles rotation taking shape as Opening Day nears
Luke Jones
Rookie lefty and local product Bruce Zimmermann will begin the season as the No. 3 starter after a strong spring.
Ravens finally land veteran receiver Sammy Watkins on one-year deal
Luke Jones
Reaching the end of the second week of free agency, the Ravens landed an established wide receiver.
Ex-Ravens slot receiver Snead joins Las Vegas on one-year deal
Luke Jones
The veteran departs while the Ravens have struggled to lure a free-agent upgrade to Baltimore.
Despite virus outbreak, Ravens finished with eighth-fewest adjusted games lost in 2020
Luke Jones
Star left tackle Ronnie Stanley sustained a season-ending ankle injury in Week 8.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following early waves of free agency
Luke Jones
T.Y. Hilton became the latest wide receiver to turn down a push from the Ravens in free agency.
Ravens reportedly finish visit with Watkins, bring back former draft pick
Luke Jones
The 27-year-old receiver reportedly concluded the meeting without a deal and was scheduled to travel to Indianapolis to meet with the Colts on Wednesday
Familiar skepticism remains at wide receiver as Ravens shut out early in free agency
Luke Jones
Wide receiver continues to be a white whale for fans of an otherwise very successful, innovative organization.
Official 2021 NFL draft order finalized for Ravens
Luke Jones
After making five selections in the first 100 picks of the 2020 draft, general manager Eric DeCosta owns just two in the top 100 next month.
Former starting center Skura departs while Ravens trade for young tight end
Luke Jones
The 2016 undrafted free agent from Duke went from the practice squad to starting for the better part of the last four seasons.
Ravens cut inside linebacker Fort for salary cap savings
Luke Jones
The move saves Baltimore $2.25 million in cap space for the 2021 season.
Veteran defensive lineman Wolfe stays with Ravens on three-year deal
Luke Jones
The Ravens continued their stated objective of re-signing their own on Tuesday.
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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