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.
Luke Jones
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.
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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.
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Luke Jones
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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.
Bowser, Ravens reportedly agree to four-year, $22 million deal
Luke Jones
After losing three edge defenders over the first 24 hours of free agency, Baltimore re-signed its youngest free-agent outside linebacker.
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Luke Jones
Yannick Ngakoue now being on his fourth team over the last calendar year does suggest an interesting contrast between his play and outside perception.
Judon leaving Ravens to sign $56 million deal with New England
Luke Jones
The two-time Pro Bowl outside linebacker becomes the first free agent to exit Baltimore this offseason.
Veteran guard Zeitler, Ravens agree to three-year, $22.5 million deal
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old right guard was released by the New York Giants for salary cap purposes last week.
Former Orioles right fielder Markakis retires after 15 seasons
Luke Jones
In some ways, Nick Markakis epitomized the only winning era of Orioles baseball this century.
Ravens re-sign McPhee amidst uncertainty at outside linebacker
Luke Jones
The 32-year-old collected three sacks and played all but one game in the 2020 season.
How did Ravens outside linebackers stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Tyus Bowser is one of five Baltimore edge defenders scheduled to hit the open market next week.
Ravens tender Edwards, receive two compensatory picks in next month’s draft
Luke Jones
Running back Gus Edwards is a restricted free agent, but Baltimore gave him a second-round tender.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following DeCosta, Harbaugh pressers
Luke Jones
Baltimore’s brass appears in no hurry to accommodate the trade request of Pro Bowl offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. this offseason.
Ravens elect not to use franchise tag on Judon, Ngakoue
Luke Jones
Two-time Pro Bowl outside linebacker Matthew Judon appears likely to hit the open market after playing on the tag in 2020.
Twelve Orioles thoughts one week into Grapefruit League play
Luke Jones
Now hitting exclusively from the left side, Cedric Mullins is off to a good start at the plate this spring.
Defensive tackle Ellis, Ravens officially sign one-year contract
Luke Jones
Justin Ellis appeared in 13 games in the 2020 regular season, making 17 tackles and starting three contests.
How did Ravens wide receivers stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Marquise Brown finished 2020 with a bang, catching six touchdowns over the last six games of the regular season.
How did Ravens cornerbacks stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Marlon Humphrey made his second straight Pro Bowl and remained one of the top corners in the NFL.
Former Orioles manager, 1983 World Series champ Joe Altobelli dies at 88
Luke Jones
Altobelli was the last man to lead Baltimore to a World Series championship.
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Luke Jones
The healthy return of left tackle Ronnie Stanley is a must for an offensive line that could look very different in 2021.
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Luke Jones
Baltimore will want to see Patrick Queen make a jump in his second year to deem the 2020 first-round pick a success.
How did Ravens running backs stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Gus Edwards has averaged more than 5.0 yards per carry and rushed for more than 700 yards in three straight seasons.
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Luke Jones
Despite missing nearly five full games, Calais Campbell was named to his sixth Pro Bowl in his first year with Baltimore.
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Luke Jones
Dean Kremer is among the interesting young talents to watch in 2021.
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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.
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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.
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Luke Jones
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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.
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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.
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Luke Jones
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Luke Jones
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The veteran departs while the Ravens have struggled to lure a free-agent upgrade to Baltimore.
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Luke Jones
Star left tackle Ronnie Stanley sustained a season-ending ankle injury in Week 8.
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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.
Bowser, Ravens reportedly agree to four-year, $22 million deal
Luke Jones
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Luke Jones
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Judon leaving Ravens to sign $56 million deal with New England
Luke Jones
The two-time Pro Bowl outside linebacker becomes the first free agent to exit Baltimore this offseason.
Veteran guard Zeitler, Ravens agree to three-year, $22.5 million deal
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old right guard was released by the New York Giants for salary cap purposes last week.
Former Orioles right fielder Markakis retires after 15 seasons
Luke Jones
In some ways, Nick Markakis epitomized the only winning era of Orioles baseball this century.
Ravens re-sign McPhee amidst uncertainty at outside linebacker
Luke Jones
The 32-year-old collected three sacks and played all but one game in the 2020 season.
How did Ravens outside linebackers stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Tyus Bowser is one of five Baltimore edge defenders scheduled to hit the open market next week.
Ravens tender Edwards, receive two compensatory picks in next month’s draft
Luke Jones
Running back Gus Edwards is a restricted free agent, but Baltimore gave him a second-round tender.
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Luke Jones
Baltimore’s brass appears in no hurry to accommodate the trade request of Pro Bowl offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. this offseason.
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Luke Jones
Two-time Pro Bowl outside linebacker Matthew Judon appears likely to hit the open market after playing on the tag in 2020.
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Luke Jones
Now hitting exclusively from the left side, Cedric Mullins is off to a good start at the plate this spring.
Defensive tackle Ellis, Ravens officially sign one-year contract
Luke Jones
Justin Ellis appeared in 13 games in the 2020 regular season, making 17 tackles and starting three contests.
How did Ravens wide receivers stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Marquise Brown finished 2020 with a bang, catching six touchdowns over the last six games of the regular season.
How did Ravens cornerbacks stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Marlon Humphrey made his second straight Pro Bowl and remained one of the top corners in the NFL.
Former Orioles manager, 1983 World Series champ Joe Altobelli dies at 88
Luke Jones
Altobelli was the last man to lead Baltimore to a World Series championship.
How did Ravens offensive linemen stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
The healthy return of left tackle Ronnie Stanley is a must for an offensive line that could look very different in 2021.
How did Ravens inside linebackers stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Baltimore will want to see Patrick Queen make a jump in his second year to deem the 2020 first-round pick a success.
How did Ravens running backs stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Gus Edwards has averaged more than 5.0 yards per carry and rushed for more than 700 yards in three straight seasons.
How did Ravens defensive linemen stack up to rest of NFL in 2020?
Luke Jones
Despite missing nearly five full games, Calais Campbell was named to his sixth Pro Bowl in his first year with Baltimore.
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Luke Jones
Dean Kremer is among the interesting young talents to watch in 2021.
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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