Difficult decisions still loom for Ravens after locking up Flacco
The Ravens quarterback’s record-setting deal will provide short-term cap relief, but it doesn’t mean a spending spree is coming.
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Timing everything as Flacco becomes highest-paid player in NFL history
A perfect storm of circumstances for the Super Bowl MVP gave the Ravens no choice but to make him the top-paid quarterback in the game.
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Flacco, Ravens agree to terms on record-setting contract
The Super Bowl XLVII will be staying put by agreeing to a six-year deal worth $120.6 million to become the NFL’s highest-paid player.
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NFL salary cap set at $123 million for 2013 season
The Ravens received good news in addressing their salary-cap concerns with news breaking Thursday night that the NFL has set
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Clock ticking, exclusive tag price falling (a little) for Flacco and Ravens
The deadline for the Ravens to use the franchise tag on the Super Bowl MVP falls on Monday at 4 p.m.
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Don't buy into Brady contract as savior to Flacco negotiations
Suggesting Tom Brady’s contract extension will have any significant impact on Joe Flacco’s situation is wishful thinking.
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Business about to pick up as Ravens brass travels to NFL scouting combine
All eyes will be on controversial Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te’o, but the Super Bowl champions will also be very busy in Indianapolis.
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Ten non-Flacco thoughts on Ravens' offseason
The quarterback has dominated the discussion since Super Bowl XLVII, so Luke Jones offers thoughts on an array of non-Flacco topics.
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Real question is when — not how — Ravens, Flacco strike long-term deal
Paying Flacco more now is a better choice than prolonging the inevitable by messing around with the franchise tag.
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Offseason begins and ends with resolving Flacco contract
Striking a long-term deal with the Ravens quarterback prior to the franchise tag deadline on March 4 is the top priority for Ozzie Newsome.
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A quick look at the Ravens' 2013 class of free agents
Regardless of how Joe Flacco’s contract situation is resolved, expect significant changes to the Ravens this offseason.
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Perfectly imperfect Ravens show us all they were champions in end
A season filled with peaks and valleys culminated with John Harbaugh and the Ravens raising the Lombardi Trophy.
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Ravens-49ers: Inactives and pre-game notes
Joe Flacco and the Ravens are 60 minutes of football away from a potential Super Bowl title.
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Ravens-49ers: Five predictions for Super Bowl XLVII
Will Ray Lewis walk away with his second Super Bowl ring in New Orleans? Luke Jones offers his predictions …
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Like Lewis many years ago, Flacco can define legacy at Super Bowl
A Super Bowl victory is the only appropriate way to witness a passing of the torch from the longtime linebacker to the young quarterback.
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Harbaugh, Ravens appear "super" in making arrival to New Orleans
Dressed more like a politician than a football coach, John Harbaugh hit a home run in his opening press conference at the Super Bowl.
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Lewis, Flacco offer different thoughts on future leadership of Ravens
The retiring Lewis believes the quarterback may need to come out of his shell “a little bit” more, but Flacco doesn’t see it that way.
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BLIZZARD SPECIAL: Get both Purple Reign books on Ravens for price of one!
During the offseason, here’s a chance to catch up on entire history of Baltimore Ravens. A great 2-for-1 deal on both purple miracles…
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Flacco, Ravens prove to be AFC's best when it really mattered
The Ravens weren’t the best team over the course of the 2012 season, but champions rise to the top when stakes are at their highest.
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Ravens-Patriots: Inactives and pre-game notes
John Harbaugh and Joe Flacco can take another step toward a select group of peers with a win in Foxborough to advance to Super Bowl XLVII.
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Ravens-Patriots: Five predictions for AFC Championship
Luke Jones looks into the purple crystal ball to see what happens in Foxborough on Sunday night…
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Ravens hoping T. Smith continues big production against Patriots
The second-year receiver has caught nine passes for 209 yards and three touchdowns in two games against New England.
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Ravens' improbable run may not be fate, but sure feels like storybook
The return of Ray Lewis is just one of many events to leave Ravens fans shaking their heads in disbelief during this improbable playoff run.
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Ravens with chance for revenge in Foxborough in AFC Championship rematch
The wound of Billy Cundiff’s 32-yard miss will be reopened as the Ravens try to exorcise the demons of last January.
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Ravens' resiliency in win over Denver makes experts look silly
The Ravens showed critics claiming they had no chance against the Broncos just how foolish they were.
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Ravens-Broncos: Inactives and pre-game notes
Despite being a heavy underdog, Baltimore looks to advance to its second straight AFC Championship game.
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Ravens-Broncos: Five predictions for divisional round Saturday
Luke Jones looks into the purple crystal ball to see what happens in Denver on Saturday afternoon…
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Other factors aside, upsetting Broncos begins and ends with Flacco
The Ravens quarterback needs a performance reminiscent of the last time he played a No. 1 seed on the road to give Baltimore a chance on Saturday.
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Suggs, Ngata trying to finish strong in injury-riddled campaigns
Making up nearly one-fifth of the Ravens’ salary cap, the top defensive players haven’t offered much because of health problems this season.
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Why will this one be any different for Ravens against red-hot Denver?
The Broncos handed Baltimore its worst home loss of the Harbaugh era less than a month ago, but several factors look more favorable for the Ravens this time.
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Playoff win over Indianapolis microcosm of Ravens' 2012 season
Sunday’s second-half performance will be needed for a full 60 minutes in order to have a chance against Denver next weekend.
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Ravens-Colts: Five predictions for wild-card Sunday
Luke Jones looks into the purple crystal ball to see what happens on Sunday afternoon…
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Pees says Lewis "going to play" Sunday, but how much remains to be seen
The 37-year-old will return to action against the Indianapolis Colts for the first time since Week 6.
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Ravens choose only path fully in their hands to close regular season
Baltimore elected to have its best health over a slim chance to move up to the No. 3 spot in the AFC.
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Flacco, offense finish home schedule like they started it — with a bang
The quarterback needed a performance like the one he turned in Sunday, but will the Ravens build on it?
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Ravens-Giants: Five predictions for Sunday
Luke Jones looks into the purple crystal ball to see what happens at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday afternoon…
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Ravens would be wise to stop focusing on big picture for now
With talk of their goals still being in front of them, are the Ravens spending too much time looking at what lies ahead?
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Ravens in full backpedal as goals still sit in front of them
Baltimore failed to win with a postseason berth at stake for the third consecutive week before a Pittsburgh loss officially sent them to the playoffs.
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All eyes on Flacco as he begins next phase of NFL career
Playing without longtime coordinator Cam Cameron for the first time, the Ravens quarterback moves to the front of the accountability line.
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Caldwell entrusted to deal with same problems left behind by Cameron
Expecting Caldwell’s promotion to offensive coordinator to result in major improvement is a recipe for disappointment.
