Ravens add veteran to tight end mix for start of training camp
Luke Jones
Jerell Adams has spent time with the New York Giants, Houston, and New Orleans.
Luke Jones
Twelve Orioles thoughts following series sweep over Tampa Bay
Luke Jones
One of 2019’s surprise stories, Hanser Alberto is batting .429 with a 1.145 OPS through the first eight games of the new season.
Harbaugh ready to finally lay eyes on 2020 Ravens
Luke Jones
Veteran players are undergoing COVID-19 testing this week and won’t begin football activities until Monday.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following home opener loss to Yankees
Luke Jones
There was no orange carpet or improved fortune against the Yankees at an empty Camden Yards on Wednesday.
Ravens OT Andre Smith opts out, rookie TE Jacob Breeland sidelined for 2020
Luke Jones
The former Cincinnati Bengal’s decision sheds more light on Baltimore’s depth concerns at offensive tackle.
Ravens return man De'Anthony Thomas opts out of 2020 season
Luke Jones
The 27-year-old will receive a $150,000 salary advance while his contract will carry over to the 2021 season.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following season-opening series win in Boston
Luke Jones
A run-scoring double snapped Chris Davis’ 0-for-10 to begin the 2020 season.
Mancini seeing “light at the end of the tunnel” as Orioles play without him
Luke Jones
“It’s strange. It’s the first time since I was about 3 years old that I’m not playing baseball during the year.”
Finding value in 2020 Orioles season challenging and easy at same time
Luke Jones
With fingers crossed and expectations low for the Orioles, let’s play ball.
Ravens agree to terms with first-round pick Queen, third-rounder Duvernay
Luke Jones
The inside linebacker from LSU was the 28th overall pick of the 2020 draft.
Tommy Milone to start on Opening Day for Orioles in place of Means
Luke Jones
The 33-year-old lefty signed with Baltimore as a non-roster invitee to spring training in mid-February.
Twelve Orioles thoughts entering abbreviated 2020 season
Luke Jones
Center fielder Austin Hays headlines the list of exciting youngsters to watch in Baltimore this season.
Orioles scratch Means from exhibition start due to “little bit of dead arm”
Luke Jones
Manager Brandon Hyde said it’s too early to know whether the lefty’s Opening Day start in Boston is in jeopardy.
Four long-term story lines for start of 2020 Orioles season
Luke Jones
The cancellation of the minor league season leaves Mike Elias’ goal of fostering “an elite talent pipeline” with limited avenues to develop young prospects.
Deadline passes as Ravens, Judon fail to strike long-term deal
Luke Jones
The Pro Bowl outside linebacker will play under the franchise tag amount of $16.808 million for 2020.
Ravens sign Malik Harrison, leaving two 2020 draft picks unsigned
Luke Jones
Only two Baltimore draft picks remain unsigned with the tentative start of training camp two weeks away.
Twelve Ravens thoughts counting down to training camp
Luke Jones
The deadline to sign outside linebacker Matthew Judon to a long-term contract is Wednesday.
Twelve Orioles thoughts with 2020 season training resuming
Luke Jones
As of Monday, Mike Elias said the organization had been “remarkably lucky” not to have any positive COVID-19 tests.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 1: Beating Jacksonville
Luke Jones
The Ravens own two Super Bowl championships, have multiple Hall of Famers, and are among the NFL’s best franchises, but this was the moment that started it all.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 2: "We know what kind of quarterback we have"
Luke Jones
In a throwback rivalry in which the most defining moments had always gone the other way, the Ravens finally owned theirs in the national spotlight.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 3: Dilfer’s redemption
Luke Jones
A Week 11 clash with Tennessee was the precursor for a Ravens-Titans classic in the 2000 postseason.
Five takeaways from interview session with Ravens coordinators
Luke Jones
Defensive coordinator Wink Martindale focused on building culture and “a championship mindset” this spring.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 4: Ruining homecoming
Luke Jones
Le’Ron McClain’s 82-yard touchdown run slammed the door on Texas Stadium in 2008.
Twelve Ravens thoughts with virtual offseason program winding down
Luke Jones
John Harbaugh remains optimistic about the 2020 season taking place, saying he won’t “run scared from a virus” while also acknowledging the uncertainty.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 5: "Hey diddle diddle, Ray Rice up the middle"
Luke Jones
Fourth-and-29 isn’t the time for a quarterback to check down to his running back.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 6: "Would it be us if we didn’t end it that way?"
Luke Jones
The 2018 Ravens needed a win in Week 17 to return to the playoffs for the first time in four years.
Edwards, Ravens' historic ground game still aiming for "step forward" in 2020
Luke Jones
Gus Edwards was one of three Ravens players to rush for over 700 yards last season.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 7: "Something that you dream of"
Luke Jones
The 2003 season was crumbling with the 5-5 Ravens down 17 to Seattle with under seven minutes to go.
Judon "blessed" to play on franchise tag, taking contract talks in stride
Luke Jones
“If I play under the franchise tag or if we come to a long-term deal, I’m going to be happy regardless.”
Twelve Orioles thoughts following 2020 amateur draft
Luke Jones
Time will tell whether Arkansas outfielder Heston Kjerstad was worthy of being the second overall pick.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 8: "I guess the dude is Nostradamus"
Luke Jones
Jamal Lewis predicted he’d have a record day if he received 30 carries in the 2003 home opener.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 9: "He seems to always be around it"
Luke Jones
Ed Reed made NFL history in the process of sealing a narrow win over Cleveland in 2004.
Twelve Ravens thoughts on training camp preparations and other topics
Luke Jones
Tight ends coach Bobby Engram was nominated for the PFWA’s George Halas Award this week.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 10: "Not bad for a running back"
Luke Jones
The 2019 opener made Lamar Jackson’s harshest critics look foolish and prompted so many to fully realize just how special he could be.
Elias says Orioles still mulling over options for second overall pick
Luke Jones
A year after taking catcher Adley Rutschman first overall, Baltimore holds the No. 2 pick in this week’s draft.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 11: Saluting Heinz Field
Luke Jones
“I think there are going to be a lot of defining moments for Joe, but this is going to be one of them.”
Ravens regular-season moment No. 12: "Almost as if he knew what was coming"
Luke Jones
No play may have better displayed both Ray Lewis’ brilliance and ferocity on the football field.
Twelve Ravens thoughts in early part of June
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl left tackle Ronnie Stanley wants “to get paid my value and what I’m worth” in free agency.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 13: The Kick-6
Luke Jones
Both teams were bad and playing on Monday Night Football in late November.
Ranking best veteran bargain signings for 2020 Ravens
Luke Jones
Former first-round pick D.J. Fluker added an established veteran to the crowded mix to replace eight-time Pro Bowl right guard Marshal Yanda.
Ravens add veteran to tight end mix for start of training camp
Luke Jones
Jerell Adams has spent time with the New York Giants, Houston, and New Orleans.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following series sweep over Tampa Bay
Luke Jones
One of 2019’s surprise stories, Hanser Alberto is batting .429 with a 1.145 OPS through the first eight games of the new season.
Harbaugh ready to finally lay eyes on 2020 Ravens
Luke Jones
Veteran players are undergoing COVID-19 testing this week and won’t begin football activities until Monday.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following home opener loss to Yankees
Luke Jones
There was no orange carpet or improved fortune against the Yankees at an empty Camden Yards on Wednesday.
Ravens OT Andre Smith opts out, rookie TE Jacob Breeland sidelined for 2020
Luke Jones
The former Cincinnati Bengal’s decision sheds more light on Baltimore’s depth concerns at offensive tackle.
Ravens return man De'Anthony Thomas opts out of 2020 season
Luke Jones
The 27-year-old will receive a $150,000 salary advance while his contract will carry over to the 2021 season.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following season-opening series win in Boston
Luke Jones
A run-scoring double snapped Chris Davis’ 0-for-10 to begin the 2020 season.
Mancini seeing “light at the end of the tunnel” as Orioles play without him
Luke Jones
“It’s strange. It’s the first time since I was about 3 years old that I’m not playing baseball during the year.”
Finding value in 2020 Orioles season challenging and easy at same time
Luke Jones
With fingers crossed and expectations low for the Orioles, let’s play ball.
Ravens agree to terms with first-round pick Queen, third-rounder Duvernay
Luke Jones
The inside linebacker from LSU was the 28th overall pick of the 2020 draft.
Tommy Milone to start on Opening Day for Orioles in place of Means
Luke Jones
The 33-year-old lefty signed with Baltimore as a non-roster invitee to spring training in mid-February.
Twelve Orioles thoughts entering abbreviated 2020 season
Luke Jones
Center fielder Austin Hays headlines the list of exciting youngsters to watch in Baltimore this season.
Orioles scratch Means from exhibition start due to “little bit of dead arm”
Luke Jones
Manager Brandon Hyde said it’s too early to know whether the lefty’s Opening Day start in Boston is in jeopardy.
Four long-term story lines for start of 2020 Orioles season
Luke Jones
The cancellation of the minor league season leaves Mike Elias’ goal of fostering “an elite talent pipeline” with limited avenues to develop young prospects.
Deadline passes as Ravens, Judon fail to strike long-term deal
Luke Jones
The Pro Bowl outside linebacker will play under the franchise tag amount of $16.808 million for 2020.
Ravens sign Malik Harrison, leaving two 2020 draft picks unsigned
Luke Jones
Only two Baltimore draft picks remain unsigned with the tentative start of training camp two weeks away.
Twelve Ravens thoughts counting down to training camp
Luke Jones
The deadline to sign outside linebacker Matthew Judon to a long-term contract is Wednesday.
Twelve Orioles thoughts with 2020 season training resuming
Luke Jones
As of Monday, Mike Elias said the organization had been “remarkably lucky” not to have any positive COVID-19 tests.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 1: Beating Jacksonville
Luke Jones
The Ravens own two Super Bowl championships, have multiple Hall of Famers, and are among the NFL’s best franchises, but this was the moment that started it all.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 2: "We know what kind of quarterback we have"
Luke Jones
In a throwback rivalry in which the most defining moments had always gone the other way, the Ravens finally owned theirs in the national spotlight.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 3: Dilfer’s redemption
Luke Jones
A Week 11 clash with Tennessee was the precursor for a Ravens-Titans classic in the 2000 postseason.
Five takeaways from interview session with Ravens coordinators
Luke Jones
Defensive coordinator Wink Martindale focused on building culture and “a championship mindset” this spring.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 4: Ruining homecoming
Luke Jones
Le’Ron McClain’s 82-yard touchdown run slammed the door on Texas Stadium in 2008.
Twelve Ravens thoughts with virtual offseason program winding down
Luke Jones
John Harbaugh remains optimistic about the 2020 season taking place, saying he won’t “run scared from a virus” while also acknowledging the uncertainty.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 5: "Hey diddle diddle, Ray Rice up the middle"
Luke Jones
Fourth-and-29 isn’t the time for a quarterback to check down to his running back.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 6: "Would it be us if we didn’t end it that way?"
Luke Jones
The 2018 Ravens needed a win in Week 17 to return to the playoffs for the first time in four years.
Edwards, Ravens' historic ground game still aiming for "step forward" in 2020
Luke Jones
Gus Edwards was one of three Ravens players to rush for over 700 yards last season.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 7: "Something that you dream of"
Luke Jones
The 2003 season was crumbling with the 5-5 Ravens down 17 to Seattle with under seven minutes to go.
Judon "blessed" to play on franchise tag, taking contract talks in stride
Luke Jones
“If I play under the franchise tag or if we come to a long-term deal, I’m going to be happy regardless.”
Twelve Orioles thoughts following 2020 amateur draft
Luke Jones
Time will tell whether Arkansas outfielder Heston Kjerstad was worthy of being the second overall pick.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 8: "I guess the dude is Nostradamus"
Luke Jones
Jamal Lewis predicted he’d have a record day if he received 30 carries in the 2003 home opener.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 9: "He seems to always be around it"
Luke Jones
Ed Reed made NFL history in the process of sealing a narrow win over Cleveland in 2004.
Twelve Ravens thoughts on training camp preparations and other topics
Luke Jones
Tight ends coach Bobby Engram was nominated for the PFWA’s George Halas Award this week.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 10: "Not bad for a running back"
Luke Jones
The 2019 opener made Lamar Jackson’s harshest critics look foolish and prompted so many to fully realize just how special he could be.
Elias says Orioles still mulling over options for second overall pick
Luke Jones
A year after taking catcher Adley Rutschman first overall, Baltimore holds the No. 2 pick in this week’s draft.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 11: Saluting Heinz Field
Luke Jones
“I think there are going to be a lot of defining moments for Joe, but this is going to be one of them.”
Ravens regular-season moment No. 12: "Almost as if he knew what was coming"
Luke Jones
No play may have better displayed both Ray Lewis’ brilliance and ferocity on the football field.
Twelve Ravens thoughts in early part of June
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl left tackle Ronnie Stanley wants “to get paid my value and what I’m worth” in free agency.
Ravens regular-season moment No. 13: The Kick-6
Luke Jones
Both teams were bad and playing on Monday Night Football in late November.
Ranking best veteran bargain signings for 2020 Ravens
Luke Jones
Former first-round pick D.J. Fluker added an established veteran to the crowded mix to replace eight-time Pro Bowl right guard Marshal Yanda.
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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