J. Smith, Levine staying with Ravens on one-year deals
Luke Jones
After testing the free-agent market, longtime Baltimore cornerback Jimmy Smith is staying put.
Luke Jones
Revisiting Ravens' positional needs after first week of free agency
Luke Jones
Veteran free agent Josh Bynes remains an option at the inside linebacker position.
Ravens find surprising trade partner for defensive end Chris Wormley
Luke Jones
The 2017 third-round was traded along with a 2021 seventh-round pick to Pittsburgh for a fifth-round selection in next year’s draft
DeCosta, Ravens hedging bets by strengthening defensive line
Luke Jones
The Ravens surrendered the fourth-highest rushing total in team history in their playoff loss, but warning signs were already there with the run defense.
Carr's option declined by Ravens as new league year quietly begins
Luke Jones
Starting every game over the last three seasons to continue his amazing streak since entering the NFL in 2008, Brandon Carr apparently won’t be back with the Ravens.
Longtime Ravens punter Sam Koch signs two-year extension
Luke Jones
The 37-year-old specialist has been with Baltimore since the 2006 season.
Ravens reportedly re-sign Ward, Ellis to continue building defensive front
Luke Jones
Edge defender Jihad Ward drew praise from coaches and teammates for his contributions last season.
Twelve Ravens thoughts on first wave of free-agent activity
Luke Jones
General manager Eric DeCosta has been busy ahead of the official start of the new league year.
Ravens to add veteran Michael Brockers to revamped defensive line
Luke Jones
The former Los Angeles Ram is regarded as one of the better run-stopping linemen in the NFL.
Ravens release veteran lineman Hurst, give low tender to center Skura
Luke Jones
James Hurst received a suspension for the first four games of the 2020 season last month.
Ravens sending tight end Hurst to Atlanta for second-round pick
Luke Jones
The 2018 first-round pick will now have a bigger role in the Falcons offense.
Ravens to acquire Pro Bowl defensive end Calais Campbell from Jacksonville
Luke Jones
Days before the start of the new league year, Baltimore has quite possibly made the biggest move of its offseason.
Ravens re-sign return specialist De'Anthony Thomas
Luke Jones
The former Kansas City Chief appeared in eight regular-season games, averaging 7.2 yards per punt return and 16.6 yards per kick return.
Pro Bowl outside linebacker Judon receives franchise tag from Ravens
Luke Jones
The 27-year-old edge defender became the seventh player in team history to receive the franchise tag.
Mancini has malignant tumor removed; recovery timetable unknown
Luke Jones
“The outpouring of love and support I have received has made an extremely tough week so much better.”
Twelve Ravens thoughts on Marshal Yanda's retirement
Luke Jones
The eight-time Pro Bowl selection has already lost 45 pounds since his final game in January.
Eight-time Pro Bowl guard Yanda retires as one of best, toughest Ravens ever
Luke Jones
For a player many barely noticed in the best possible way week after week and season after season, Marshal Yanda sure will be missed.
Ravens receive two compensatory picks in next month's draft
Luke Jones
Baltimore still received a third-round compensatory pick despite C.J. Mosley’s injury-plagued season with the New York Jets.
Orioles return Rule 5 pitchers, reassign Rutschman to minor-league camp
Luke Jones
The first overall pick of last year’s draft played sparingly in the Grapefruit League.
Twelve Ravens thoughts approaching start of free agency
Luke Jones
Jimmy Smith hitting the open market to determine his value makes sense for both him and Baltimore.
Ravens must walk fine line between evolving, fixing what isn't broken
Luke Jones
The Ravens know they need to evolve without drastically altering what they do best.
How did Ravens quarterbacks stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Lamar Jackson led the NFL in touchdown passes despite ranking 26th in pass attempts and ranked sixth in rushing despite finishing 23rd in carries.
Twelve Orioles thoughts in early days of March
Luke Jones
This figures to be a pivotal year for outfield prospect Yusniel Diaz after an injury-plagued 2019 campaign.
How did Ravens outside linebackers stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Third-round pick Jaylon Ferguson collected 2 1/2 sacks in his rookie season.
How did Ravens offensive linemen stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
A serious left knee injury ended starting center Matt Skura’s season in late November.
Franchise tag "still on the table" for Ravens outside linebacker Judon
Luke Jones
General manager Eric DeCosta said he’s had “good conversations” with Judon’s representation.
DeCosta expecting "big jump" from young Ravens wide receivers
Luke Jones
Marquise Brown recently had a screw removed from his surgically-repaired left foot, according to NFL Network.
How did Ravens inside linebackers stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
The October signing of Super Bowl XLVII champion Josh Bynes eased early-season disarray at the position.
How did Ravens tight ends stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Mark Andrews made his first Pro Bowl and set a single-season team record for touchdown catches by a tight end.
NFL reportedly expanding playoff field to 14 teams for 2020
Luke Jones
One of the most painful moments in Ravens history wouldn’t have mattered under the proposed new format.
How did Ravens defensive linemen stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Scheduled to become a free agent next month, Michael Pierce had an underwhelming contract season.
How did Ravens wide receivers stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Marquise Brown ranked second on the team with 46 receptions and seven touchdown catches.
Twelve Orioles thoughts at start of 2020 spring training
Luke Jones
The patience required for a multiyear rebuild was already agonizing enough, but the model being the 2017 Houston Astros now carries much different connotations.
How did Ravens cornerbacks stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Former first-round pick Marlon Humphrey earned his first trip to the Pro Bowl in his third season.
Veteran safety Tony Jefferson officially released by Ravens
Luke Jones
The 28-year-old missed most of 2019 with a serious knee injury and was scheduled to make $7 million next season.
Ravens offensive lineman Hurst suspended four games for PED violation
Luke Jones
The veteran reserved is scheduled to make $4 million in base salary for the 2020 season.
How did Ravens running backs stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Mark Ingram became the first Baltimore running back to rush for 1,000 yards since 2014.
Ravens must weigh dime options for their evolving defense
Luke Jones
Moving to a dime safety role last season, Brandon Carr is scheduled to make $6 million in 2020.
Special-teams contributor Jordan Richards re-signs with Ravens
Luke Jones
The veteran defensive back appeared in nine games for Baltimore last season.
How did Ravens safeties stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Seven-time Pro Bowl safety Earl Thomas will enter his second season in Baltimore.
J. Smith, Levine staying with Ravens on one-year deals
Luke Jones
After testing the free-agent market, longtime Baltimore cornerback Jimmy Smith is staying put.
Revisiting Ravens' positional needs after first week of free agency
Luke Jones
Veteran free agent Josh Bynes remains an option at the inside linebacker position.
Ravens find surprising trade partner for defensive end Chris Wormley
Luke Jones
The 2017 third-round was traded along with a 2021 seventh-round pick to Pittsburgh for a fifth-round selection in next year’s draft
DeCosta, Ravens hedging bets by strengthening defensive line
Luke Jones
The Ravens surrendered the fourth-highest rushing total in team history in their playoff loss, but warning signs were already there with the run defense.
Carr's option declined by Ravens as new league year quietly begins
Luke Jones
Starting every game over the last three seasons to continue his amazing streak since entering the NFL in 2008, Brandon Carr apparently won’t be back with the Ravens.
Longtime Ravens punter Sam Koch signs two-year extension
Luke Jones
The 37-year-old specialist has been with Baltimore since the 2006 season.
Ravens reportedly re-sign Ward, Ellis to continue building defensive front
Luke Jones
Edge defender Jihad Ward drew praise from coaches and teammates for his contributions last season.
Twelve Ravens thoughts on first wave of free-agent activity
Luke Jones
General manager Eric DeCosta has been busy ahead of the official start of the new league year.
Ravens to add veteran Michael Brockers to revamped defensive line
Luke Jones
The former Los Angeles Ram is regarded as one of the better run-stopping linemen in the NFL.
Ravens release veteran lineman Hurst, give low tender to center Skura
Luke Jones
James Hurst received a suspension for the first four games of the 2020 season last month.
Ravens sending tight end Hurst to Atlanta for second-round pick
Luke Jones
The 2018 first-round pick will now have a bigger role in the Falcons offense.
Ravens to acquire Pro Bowl defensive end Calais Campbell from Jacksonville
Luke Jones
Days before the start of the new league year, Baltimore has quite possibly made the biggest move of its offseason.
Ravens re-sign return specialist De'Anthony Thomas
Luke Jones
The former Kansas City Chief appeared in eight regular-season games, averaging 7.2 yards per punt return and 16.6 yards per kick return.
Pro Bowl outside linebacker Judon receives franchise tag from Ravens
Luke Jones
The 27-year-old edge defender became the seventh player in team history to receive the franchise tag.
Mancini has malignant tumor removed; recovery timetable unknown
Luke Jones
“The outpouring of love and support I have received has made an extremely tough week so much better.”
Twelve Ravens thoughts on Marshal Yanda's retirement
Luke Jones
The eight-time Pro Bowl selection has already lost 45 pounds since his final game in January.
Eight-time Pro Bowl guard Yanda retires as one of best, toughest Ravens ever
Luke Jones
For a player many barely noticed in the best possible way week after week and season after season, Marshal Yanda sure will be missed.
Ravens receive two compensatory picks in next month's draft
Luke Jones
Baltimore still received a third-round compensatory pick despite C.J. Mosley’s injury-plagued season with the New York Jets.
Orioles return Rule 5 pitchers, reassign Rutschman to minor-league camp
Luke Jones
The first overall pick of last year’s draft played sparingly in the Grapefruit League.
Twelve Ravens thoughts approaching start of free agency
Luke Jones
Jimmy Smith hitting the open market to determine his value makes sense for both him and Baltimore.
Ravens must walk fine line between evolving, fixing what isn't broken
Luke Jones
The Ravens know they need to evolve without drastically altering what they do best.
How did Ravens quarterbacks stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Lamar Jackson led the NFL in touchdown passes despite ranking 26th in pass attempts and ranked sixth in rushing despite finishing 23rd in carries.
Twelve Orioles thoughts in early days of March
Luke Jones
This figures to be a pivotal year for outfield prospect Yusniel Diaz after an injury-plagued 2019 campaign.
How did Ravens outside linebackers stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Third-round pick Jaylon Ferguson collected 2 1/2 sacks in his rookie season.
How did Ravens offensive linemen stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
A serious left knee injury ended starting center Matt Skura’s season in late November.
Franchise tag "still on the table" for Ravens outside linebacker Judon
Luke Jones
General manager Eric DeCosta said he’s had “good conversations” with Judon’s representation.
DeCosta expecting "big jump" from young Ravens wide receivers
Luke Jones
Marquise Brown recently had a screw removed from his surgically-repaired left foot, according to NFL Network.
How did Ravens inside linebackers stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
The October signing of Super Bowl XLVII champion Josh Bynes eased early-season disarray at the position.
How did Ravens tight ends stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Mark Andrews made his first Pro Bowl and set a single-season team record for touchdown catches by a tight end.
NFL reportedly expanding playoff field to 14 teams for 2020
Luke Jones
One of the most painful moments in Ravens history wouldn’t have mattered under the proposed new format.
How did Ravens defensive linemen stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Scheduled to become a free agent next month, Michael Pierce had an underwhelming contract season.
How did Ravens wide receivers stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Marquise Brown ranked second on the team with 46 receptions and seven touchdown catches.
Twelve Orioles thoughts at start of 2020 spring training
Luke Jones
The patience required for a multiyear rebuild was already agonizing enough, but the model being the 2017 Houston Astros now carries much different connotations.
How did Ravens cornerbacks stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Former first-round pick Marlon Humphrey earned his first trip to the Pro Bowl in his third season.
Veteran safety Tony Jefferson officially released by Ravens
Luke Jones
The 28-year-old missed most of 2019 with a serious knee injury and was scheduled to make $7 million next season.
Ravens offensive lineman Hurst suspended four games for PED violation
Luke Jones
The veteran reserved is scheduled to make $4 million in base salary for the 2020 season.
How did Ravens running backs stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Mark Ingram became the first Baltimore running back to rush for 1,000 yards since 2014.
Ravens must weigh dime options for their evolving defense
Luke Jones
Moving to a dime safety role last season, Brandon Carr is scheduled to make $6 million in 2020.
Special-teams contributor Jordan Richards re-signs with Ravens
Luke Jones
The veteran defensive back appeared in nine games for Baltimore last season.
How did Ravens safeties stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
Luke Jones
Seven-time Pro Bowl safety Earl Thomas will enter his second season in Baltimore.
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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