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.
Luke Jones
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
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How did Ravens offensive linemen stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
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Marquise Brown recently had a screw removed from his surgically-repaired left foot, according to NFL Network.
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How did Ravens tight ends stack up to rest of NFL in 2019?
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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?
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Scheduled to become a free agent next month, Michael Pierce had an underwhelming contract season.
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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.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following Chuck Clark extension
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his next batch of purple musings after Baltimore’s latest offseason activity.
Extending Stanley should be one of Ravens' top offseason priorities
Luke Jones
Locking up the man who protects Lamar Jackson’s blindside at an elite level is a must.
Ravens continue prioritizing secondary by extending safety Chuck Clark
Luke Jones
The three-year extension running through 2023 is reportedly worth $15.3 million with $10 million in guarantees.
Testaverde reflects on Jackson breaking record, his time with Ravens
Luke Jones
Vinny Testaverde threw 33 touchdowns in the inaugural 1996 season, a Ravens record that stood for 23 years.
Ravens re-sign veteran offensive tackle Andre Smith to one-year deal
Luke Jones
The 33-year-old signed with Baltimore last month, but he was inactive for the playoff loss against Tennessee.
Examining Ravens’ top 10 salary cap numbers for 2020
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl safety Earl Thomas enters the second season of a four-year, $55 million contract inked last March.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following Super Bowl LIV
Luke Jones
Terrell Suggs says he will take some time to ponder his football future after winning his second Super Bowl.
Jackson, Harbaugh earn NFL honors, but lasting word on 2019 still unwritten
Luke Jones
Lamar Jackson and John Harbaugh became just the 12th MVP-Coach of the Year combination in NFL history.
Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of Super Bowl LIV
Luke Jones
Six weeks ago, Terrell Suggs was playing out the string for a last-place team and his former team was the clear Super Bowl favorite.
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Luke Jones
First overall pick Adley Rutschman is the No. 5 prospect in baseball, according to the publication.
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Luke Jones
Even if Baltimore finds a way to re-sign Michael Pierce, addressing the defensive line should be an objective.
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Luke Jones
“He’ll do what’s right for his family, and whatever he does, we’ll respect it.”
Ravens right tackle Orlando Brown Jr. added to Pro Bowl roster
Luke Jones
The 2018 third-round pick is the third Baltimore offensive lineman to be named to the Pro Bowl.
Harbaugh, Ravens staff to coach AFC in Pro Bowl
Luke Jones
John Harbaugh previously coached in the NFL’s all-star game following the 2014 season.
Examining Ravens' 2020 class of free agents
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl outside linebacker Matthew Judon is in line for a lucrative contract — in Baltimore or somewhere else.
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Luke Jones
Baltimore just couldn’t make the game-changing play on either side of the ball all night.
Ravens must endure "hard truth" until back on January stage
Luke Jones
Fair or not, every shred of individual or team success next season will be met by a detractor saying, “That’s great, but what about January?”
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Pro Bowl running back Mark Ingram (left calf) was active despite logging just one limited practice this week.
Ravens-Titans: Five predictions for Saturday night
Luke Jones
After a three-week layoff, Lamar Jackson will play the most important game of his young career.
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.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following Chuck Clark extension
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his next batch of purple musings after Baltimore’s latest offseason activity.
Extending Stanley should be one of Ravens' top offseason priorities
Luke Jones
Locking up the man who protects Lamar Jackson’s blindside at an elite level is a must.
Ravens continue prioritizing secondary by extending safety Chuck Clark
Luke Jones
The three-year extension running through 2023 is reportedly worth $15.3 million with $10 million in guarantees.
Testaverde reflects on Jackson breaking record, his time with Ravens
Luke Jones
Vinny Testaverde threw 33 touchdowns in the inaugural 1996 season, a Ravens record that stood for 23 years.
Ravens re-sign veteran offensive tackle Andre Smith to one-year deal
Luke Jones
The 33-year-old signed with Baltimore last month, but he was inactive for the playoff loss against Tennessee.
Examining Ravens’ top 10 salary cap numbers for 2020
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Pro Bowl safety Earl Thomas enters the second season of a four-year, $55 million contract inked last March.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following Super Bowl LIV
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Terrell Suggs says he will take some time to ponder his football future after winning his second Super Bowl.
Jackson, Harbaugh earn NFL honors, but lasting word on 2019 still unwritten
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Lamar Jackson and John Harbaugh became just the 12th MVP-Coach of the Year combination in NFL history.
Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of Super Bowl LIV
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Six weeks ago, Terrell Suggs was playing out the string for a last-place team and his former team was the clear Super Bowl favorite.
Rutschman, two Orioles pitching prospects on Baseball America’s top 100 list
Luke Jones
First overall pick Adley Rutschman is the No. 5 prospect in baseball, according to the publication.
Want or need? Assessing Ravens position groups entering offseason
Luke Jones
Even if Baltimore finds a way to re-sign Michael Pierce, addressing the defensive line should be an objective.
Yanda "to think about things" regarding future with Ravens
Luke Jones
“He’ll do what’s right for his family, and whatever he does, we’ll respect it.”
Ravens right tackle Orlando Brown Jr. added to Pro Bowl roster
Luke Jones
The 2018 third-round pick is the third Baltimore offensive lineman to be named to the Pro Bowl.
Harbaugh, Ravens staff to coach AFC in Pro Bowl
Luke Jones
John Harbaugh previously coached in the NFL’s all-star game following the 2014 season.
Examining Ravens' 2020 class of free agents
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl outside linebacker Matthew Judon is in line for a lucrative contract — in Baltimore or somewhere else.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following playoff loss to Tennessee
Luke Jones
Baltimore just couldn’t make the game-changing play on either side of the ball all night.
Ravens must endure "hard truth" until back on January stage
Luke Jones
Fair or not, every shred of individual or team success next season will be met by a detractor saying, “That’s great, but what about January?”
Ravens-Titans: Inactives and pre-game notes
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl running back Mark Ingram (left calf) was active despite logging just one limited practice this week.
Ravens-Titans: Five predictions for Saturday night
Luke Jones
After a three-week layoff, Lamar Jackson will play the most important game of his young career.
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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