Ravens place franchise tag on standout defensive tackle Justin Madubuike
Luke Jones
The 2023 Pro Bowl selection is now scheduled to make $22.1 million playing on the tag.
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Latest Orioles prospect rankings reinforce looming roster movement
Luke Jones
Will outfielder Colton Cowser make Baltimore’s 26-man roster on Opening Day?
Ranking backup incumbents as Ravens ponder reshaping of offensive line
Luke Jones
It’s going to be unrealistic to find multiple new starters without counting on at least one or two candidates already on the roster.
State of Orioles outfield worth monitoring as 2024 unfolds
Luke Jones
How much could Baltimore’s outfield picture evolve over the course of the season?
Orioles add former All-Star pitcher, Gold Glove infielder on minor-league deals
Luke Jones
The 33-year-old Julio Teheran pitched to a 4.40 ERA in 71 2/3 innings with Milwaukee last year.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts on DeCosta, Harbaugh media sessions in Indianapolis
Luke Jones
Baltimore’s brass made clear that an offensive line rebuild will be one of the offseason’s top objectives.
DeCosta says Ravens “probably will” tag Madubuike without long-term deal
Luke Jones
Baltimore has until next Tuesday to use the franchise tag on Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike.
Ravens make four new hires to coaching staff official ahead of scouting combine
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh lost several notable assistants following the 2023 season.
With Madubuike decision looming for Ravens, salary cap set at $255.4 million for 2024 season
Luke Jones
Placing the franchise tag on Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike would cost just over $22 million.
Trickle-down impact of Bradish injury on Orioles pitching tough to overlook
Luke Jones
On Thursday, manager Brandon Hyde said “everything’s going well” with Kyle Bradish’s throwing progression.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts in midst of offseason planning
Luke Jones
How the offensive line takes shape figures to be one of the more interesting stories of the offseason.
Void deadline passes without extensions for Zeitler, three other Ravens
Luke Jones
The voids don’t rule out returns, but they leave a total of $8.3 million in dead money on the 2024 salary cap.
Ravens agree to one-year extension with veteran receiver Nelson Agholor
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The 30-year-old made 35 catches for 381 yards and four touchdowns in 17 games last season.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at start of 2024 spring training
Luke Jones
Several pieces of injury news served as a buzzkill to the start of spring training on Thursday.
Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish to open 2024 on injured list with elbow sprain
Luke Jones
General manager Mike Elias revealed Bradish suffered a sprained UCL in his elbow and John Means is also behind to begin spring training.
Four Orioles questions to open 2024 spring training
Luke Jones
When was the last time you were this excited for a new baseball season?
Reviewing Ravens’ rookie class after 2023 season
Luke Jones
Outside linebacker Tavius Robinson was the only Baltimore rookie to see extensive defensive snaps in 2023.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Super Bowl LVIII
Luke Jones
Remember how the AFC’s Super Bowl path was supposed to get easier with Tom Brady finally out of the way?
With second MVP award in tow, Lamar Jackson moves closer to football royalty
Luke Jones
On Thursday, the Ravens superstar became the 11th player in NFL history to become a multi-time league MVP.
After rapid coaching ascent, Orr embracing new challenge as Ravens defensive coordinator
Luke Jones
After once roaming the middle of the Baltimore defense, Zach Orr will now be running it from the sideline.
Sizing up the Ravens’ 2024 class of free agents
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike headlines a lengthy list of free agents for Baltimore.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following season-ending press conference
Luke Jones
Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh said little of consequence over Friday’s 42-minute session with the media.
Defensive line coach Anthony Weaver becomes latest to leave Ravens staff for promotion
Luke Jones
Weaver, who also played for Baltimore from 2002-05, is the new defensive coordinator of the Miami Dolphins.
Orioles acquire former NL Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes to cap exciting week
Luke Jones
One of the biggest weeks in recent Orioles history got even bigger Thursday night.
Inside linebackers coach, former player Zach Orr replaces Macdonald as Ravens defensive coordinator
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old played three seasons with Baltimore before the discovery of a congenital spine condition ended his career.
Raising the bar won’t take much, but new Orioles ownership easy to celebrate
Luke Jones
The kindest way to summarize the Angelos family legacy was an impeccable ability to lower expectations — on and off the field.
Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald set to become new head coach of Seattle Seahawks
Luke Jones
The 36-year-old will become the youngest head coach in the NFL.
Chargers hire longtime Ravens executive Joe Hortiz as general manager
Luke Jones
The 48-year-old Hortiz got his start with the organization as a personnel assistant in 1998.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following AFC championship loss to Kansas City
Luke Jones
Luke Jones looks back on one of the more disappointing days in Baltimore sports history.
Ravens left staring at familiar reality after another January loss
Luke Jones
It’s going to be another long road back to January with regular-season success feeling less gratifying by the year.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of AFC championship clash with Kansas City
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings and prediction as Baltimore hosts its first AFC title game in 53 years.
Andrews activated, Humphrey “excited to hopefully get out there” for Ravens in AFC title game
Luke Jones
Three-time Pro Bowl tight end Mark Andrews will make his return from an ankle injury suffered in Week 11.
Jackson, Ravens finally get shot to “go through a champion” facing Kansas City in January
Luke Jones
“I believe it’s just two greats — up-and-coming greats — going toe to toe like a heavyweight fight, a heavyweight matchup.”
Humphrey returns to practice as Ravens prepare for Sunday’s AFC title game
Luke Jones
Three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marlon Humphrey practiced for the first time since injuring his calf against Miami on Dec. 31.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following divisional-round win over Houston
Luke Jones
Lamar Jackson owned the spotlight, but the Baltimore defense was again outstanding on Saturday night.
Ravens to host defending champion Kansas City in AFC title game
Luke Jones
Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs were inevitable.
In playoff test Ravens had to pass, Jackson takes biggest step of his career
Luke Jones
Baltimore finally put the torment of that 2019 playoff loss to rest on Saturday night.
Ravens activate two players from IR, but tight end Mark Andrews not one of them
Luke Jones
Mark Andrews will have to wait for a potential AFC title game to make his return to game action.
Jackson, Ravens finally have chance to write new chapter in recent playoff story
Luke Jones
We’re all sick of talking about the postseason record, but that exhaustion doesn’t make it any less true until Lamar Jackson and the Ravens change it.
Ravens rule out Humphrey, list Andrews questionable for divisional round
Luke Jones
Three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marlon Humphrey remains sidelined with a calf injury suffered in Week 17.
Ravens place franchise tag on standout defensive tackle Justin Madubuike
Luke Jones
The 2023 Pro Bowl selection is now scheduled to make $22.1 million playing on the tag.
Latest Orioles prospect rankings reinforce looming roster movement
Luke Jones
Will outfielder Colton Cowser make Baltimore’s 26-man roster on Opening Day?
Ranking backup incumbents as Ravens ponder reshaping of offensive line
Luke Jones
It’s going to be unrealistic to find multiple new starters without counting on at least one or two candidates already on the roster.
State of Orioles outfield worth monitoring as 2024 unfolds
Luke Jones
How much could Baltimore’s outfield picture evolve over the course of the season?
Orioles add former All-Star pitcher, Gold Glove infielder on minor-league deals
Luke Jones
The 33-year-old Julio Teheran pitched to a 4.40 ERA in 71 2/3 innings with Milwaukee last year.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts on DeCosta, Harbaugh media sessions in Indianapolis
Luke Jones
Baltimore’s brass made clear that an offensive line rebuild will be one of the offseason’s top objectives.
DeCosta says Ravens “probably will” tag Madubuike without long-term deal
Luke Jones
Baltimore has until next Tuesday to use the franchise tag on Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike.
Ravens make four new hires to coaching staff official ahead of scouting combine
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh lost several notable assistants following the 2023 season.
With Madubuike decision looming for Ravens, salary cap set at $255.4 million for 2024 season
Luke Jones
Placing the franchise tag on Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike would cost just over $22 million.
Trickle-down impact of Bradish injury on Orioles pitching tough to overlook
Luke Jones
On Thursday, manager Brandon Hyde said “everything’s going well” with Kyle Bradish’s throwing progression.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts in midst of offseason planning
Luke Jones
How the offensive line takes shape figures to be one of the more interesting stories of the offseason.
Void deadline passes without extensions for Zeitler, three other Ravens
Luke Jones
The voids don’t rule out returns, but they leave a total of $8.3 million in dead money on the 2024 salary cap.
Ravens agree to one-year extension with veteran receiver Nelson Agholor
Luke Jones
The 30-year-old made 35 catches for 381 yards and four touchdowns in 17 games last season.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at start of 2024 spring training
Luke Jones
Several pieces of injury news served as a buzzkill to the start of spring training on Thursday.
Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish to open 2024 on injured list with elbow sprain
Luke Jones
General manager Mike Elias revealed Bradish suffered a sprained UCL in his elbow and John Means is also behind to begin spring training.
Four Orioles questions to open 2024 spring training
Luke Jones
When was the last time you were this excited for a new baseball season?
Reviewing Ravens’ rookie class after 2023 season
Luke Jones
Outside linebacker Tavius Robinson was the only Baltimore rookie to see extensive defensive snaps in 2023.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Super Bowl LVIII
Luke Jones
Remember how the AFC’s Super Bowl path was supposed to get easier with Tom Brady finally out of the way?
With second MVP award in tow, Lamar Jackson moves closer to football royalty
Luke Jones
On Thursday, the Ravens superstar became the 11th player in NFL history to become a multi-time league MVP.
After rapid coaching ascent, Orr embracing new challenge as Ravens defensive coordinator
Luke Jones
After once roaming the middle of the Baltimore defense, Zach Orr will now be running it from the sideline.
Sizing up the Ravens’ 2024 class of free agents
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike headlines a lengthy list of free agents for Baltimore.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following season-ending press conference
Luke Jones
Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh said little of consequence over Friday’s 42-minute session with the media.
Defensive line coach Anthony Weaver becomes latest to leave Ravens staff for promotion
Luke Jones
Weaver, who also played for Baltimore from 2002-05, is the new defensive coordinator of the Miami Dolphins.
Orioles acquire former NL Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes to cap exciting week
Luke Jones
One of the biggest weeks in recent Orioles history got even bigger Thursday night.
Inside linebackers coach, former player Zach Orr replaces Macdonald as Ravens defensive coordinator
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old played three seasons with Baltimore before the discovery of a congenital spine condition ended his career.
Raising the bar won’t take much, but new Orioles ownership easy to celebrate
Luke Jones
The kindest way to summarize the Angelos family legacy was an impeccable ability to lower expectations — on and off the field.
Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald set to become new head coach of Seattle Seahawks
Luke Jones
The 36-year-old will become the youngest head coach in the NFL.
Chargers hire longtime Ravens executive Joe Hortiz as general manager
Luke Jones
The 48-year-old Hortiz got his start with the organization as a personnel assistant in 1998.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following AFC championship loss to Kansas City
Luke Jones
Luke Jones looks back on one of the more disappointing days in Baltimore sports history.
Ravens left staring at familiar reality after another January loss
Luke Jones
It’s going to be another long road back to January with regular-season success feeling less gratifying by the year.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of AFC championship clash with Kansas City
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings and prediction as Baltimore hosts its first AFC title game in 53 years.
Andrews activated, Humphrey “excited to hopefully get out there” for Ravens in AFC title game
Luke Jones
Three-time Pro Bowl tight end Mark Andrews will make his return from an ankle injury suffered in Week 11.
Jackson, Ravens finally get shot to “go through a champion” facing Kansas City in January
Luke Jones
“I believe it’s just two greats — up-and-coming greats — going toe to toe like a heavyweight fight, a heavyweight matchup.”
Humphrey returns to practice as Ravens prepare for Sunday’s AFC title game
Luke Jones
Three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marlon Humphrey practiced for the first time since injuring his calf against Miami on Dec. 31.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following divisional-round win over Houston
Luke Jones
Lamar Jackson owned the spotlight, but the Baltimore defense was again outstanding on Saturday night.
Ravens to host defending champion Kansas City in AFC title game
Luke Jones
Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs were inevitable.
In playoff test Ravens had to pass, Jackson takes biggest step of his career
Luke Jones
Baltimore finally put the torment of that 2019 playoff loss to rest on Saturday night.
Ravens activate two players from IR, but tight end Mark Andrews not one of them
Luke Jones
Mark Andrews will have to wait for a potential AFC title game to make his return to game action.
Jackson, Ravens finally have chance to write new chapter in recent playoff story
Luke Jones
We’re all sick of talking about the postseason record, but that exhaustion doesn’t make it any less true until Lamar Jackson and the Ravens change it.
Ravens rule out Humphrey, list Andrews questionable for divisional round
Luke Jones
Three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marlon Humphrey remains sidelined with a calf injury suffered in Week 17.
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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