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Brian Wacker
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Ravens/NFL for The Baltimore Sun
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True story: #Ravens DT Travis Jones was the first person Roger Rosengarten saw when he got to Baltimore. His heart sank: “Is this how everyone looks in the NFL?” On Jones’ ascension, epic weight room sessions & why he could be a big factor vs the #Steelers www.baltimoresun.com/2026/01/02/r...
Why Ravens’ Travis Jones could be difference-maker vs. Steelers: ‘Like a tree stump’
Ravens defensive tackle Travis Jones has developed into a difference-maker. He could be key Sunday against the Steelers.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Lamar Jackson said he will play in Sunday night’s must-win game vs Steelers. He also insisted he has never quit on the #Ravens & had plenty more to say. Story www.baltimoresun.com/2026/01/01/r...
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson responds to questions about injury, future: ‘Be calm in a storm’
Ravens star Lamar Jackson said that he “absolutely” wants to be in Baltimore amid a tumultuous season with questions about his future.
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January 2, 2026 at 1:07 AM
More on Lamar Jackson's return, along with Harbaugh being "optimistic" and Kyle Hamilton (per usual) offering thoughtful insight on the discourse over the QB's injuries, etc. #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/31/r...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson returns to practice ahead of Steelers game: ‘Very optimistic’
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson’s return to practice Wednesday is a good sign for his availability for Sunday night’s win-or-go-home game in Pittsburgh.
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December 31, 2025 at 10:08 PM
The #Ravens-#Steelers rivalry got off to a conspicuous start. Now, a new chapter with their first win-or-go-home game in the final week of the regular season. Story on the past and present and what’s at stake #RavenaFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/30/r...
Ravens-Steelers rivalry takes on new chapter with first win-or-go-home game
The Ravens and Steelers have never met in the final week of the regular season in a win-or-go-home game for the division crown. Until now.
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December 31, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Is Sunday’s #Ravens-#Steelers game a referendum on John Harbaugh’s and Mike Tomlin's job security? In reality those decisions are probably already made but I asked Harbaugh about it anyway and he gave a pretty insightful answer. Story from Baltimore #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/30/r...
Is Ravens’ John Harbaugh coaching for job against Steelers’ Mike Tomlin?
Is Ravens coach John Harbaugh on the hot seat ahead of Sunday’s showdown with the Steelers? He says he’s not thinking about it.
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December 30, 2025 at 1:22 PM
#Ravens-#Steelers will be the Sunday Night Football game next week. Winner is AFC North champ, No. 4 seed in the playoffs, hosts wild-card game. Loser’s season is over and the questions begin.
December 29, 2025 at 4:43 AM
Derrick Henry ran wild then prayed. John Harbaugh offered to host a watch party. Shedeur Sanders called Snoop Huntley. Then the Browns did the improbable to set up #Ravens-#Steelers showdown for the AFC North & playoff spot next weekend in Pittsburgh. More www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/28/r...
Ravens to play Steelers for AFC North title after Browns stun Pittsburgh
Thanks to a stunning win by the Browns, the Ravens will face the Steelers in Week 18 with the AFC North title and a playoff berth on the line.
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December 28, 2025 at 10:25 PM
#Ravens at #Steelers next weekend for the AFC North title and a spot in the playoffs on the line. Incredible.
December 28, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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John Harbaugh called Derrick Henry’s performance one of the greatest he’s ever seen. With Lamar Jackson out, Henry told Tyler Huntley to play like Hallandale Snoop. #Ravens won when they had to. Now all that’s left is hope. Story from Lambeau #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/27/r...
Ravens ride Derrick Henry to 41-24 win over Packers to keep playoff hopes alive
The Ravens leaned on Derrick Henry to beat up the Packers, 41-24, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
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December 28, 2025 at 7:07 AM
John Harbaugh called Derrick Henry’s performance one of the greatest he’s ever seen. With Lamar Jackson out, Henry told Tyler Huntley to play like Hallandale Snoop. #Ravens won when they had to. Now all that’s left is hope. Story from Lambeau #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/27/r...
Ravens ride Derrick Henry to 41-24 win over Packers to keep playoff hopes alive
The Ravens leaned on Derrick Henry to beat up the Packers, 41-24, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
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December 28, 2025 at 7:07 AM
#Ravens and #Packers kick off in just under 3 hours. Baltimore must win to keep any slim playoff hopes alive for another day. Tyler Huntley vs. Malik Willis in the not-so-frozen tundra. We here! #RavensFlock
December 27, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Eminem’s “Lose Yourself” blared in the stadium. A few hours later, Lamar Jackson winced when he spoke. Injury. Fumbles. Coaching. Penalties. A defense that couldn’t get a stop. The #Ravens let it slip again and with it so went their playoff chances. Story www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/21/r...
Ravens squander late lead in 28-24 loss to Patriots, putting playoff hopes in serious peril
Lamar Jackson got hurt and the Ravens allowed the go-ahead TD with 2:15 left in a 28-24 loss to the Patriots that puts their playoff hopes in peril.
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December 22, 2025 at 1:23 PM
#Ravens and #Patriots kick off in just over 3 hours. 38 degrees at kickoff, clear skies, perfect night for December football. We here for it! #RavensFlock
December 21, 2025 at 10:07 PM
More on #Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton suffering an injury Friday and what it means for Sunday’s game vs #Patriots www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/19/r...
Ravens injury report: Kyle Hamilton suddenly questionable vs. Patriots
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton suffered an ankle injury during practice Friday in Owings Mills and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game.
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December 19, 2025 at 10:04 PM
From slow starts to red zone woes, the #Ravens offense has struggled even in victory. Lamar Jackson tried to explain why. “I feel like we execute a lot in practice. We just got to push the envelope in the game.” Story from Baltimore #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/18/l...
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson tries to explain struggling offense: ‘Inconsistency’
The Ravens’ offense has come out sluggish in recent weeks. Players and coaches aren’t sure why, but they’re trying to find a fix.
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December 18, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Asked Malaki Starks about Ed Reed: “I was starstruck. You know how Allen Iverson feels about Michael Jordan? That’s how I feel about Ed Reed.” Story on Reed’s message to #Ravens players and the impact it had #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/17/r...
Inside Ed Reed’s message to Ravens players: ‘We had to raise our level’
What did Ravens players think of Ed Reed’s surprise practice visit ahead of Sunday’s crucial road win? We asked.
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December 17, 2025 at 11:32 PM
With the Steelers’ win over the Dolphins last night, the #Ravens now will have to win in Pittsburgh in Week 18 no matter what in order to win the division. Also makes it a very good candidate for another primetime game or 4:25 kickoff.
December 16, 2025 at 12:47 PM
#Ravens finally played the complementary game they'd been seeking. It came after a physical Friday practice — usually a tame session — that left Marlon Humphrey sore. Story on that, a visit from @TwentyER, and shutting out Joe Burrow and the #Bengals www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/14/b...
Ravens put it all together, keep playoff hopes alive with 24-0 win over Bengals
The Ravens (7-7) crushed the Bengals, 24-0, to keep their playoff hopes alive and secure their first shutout since 2018.
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December 15, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Sparse crowd here in Cincy for #Raven-#Bengals. It’s also 9 degrees outside (with a feels like of minus-6)
December 14, 2025 at 5:56 PM
More on the return of S Ar’Darius Washington and OLB Tavius Robinson to the #Ravens’ defense and what it means for Baltimore www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/13/r...
Ravens defense gets boost with Ar’Darius Washington, Tavius Robinson returns
The Ravens officially activated safety Ar’Darius Washington and outside linebacker Tavius Robinson, clearing the way for their returns.
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December 13, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Sunday’s forecast at kickoff for #Ravens-#Bengals 🥶
December 13, 2025 at 2:33 PM
At this point in the year and after a succession of injuries, #Ravens QB Lamar Jackson views his weekly day off as a necessity. More www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/11/r...
Why Ravens QB Lamar Jackson continues to miss a practice each week
At this point in the year and after a succession of injuries, Ravens star Lamar Jackson views his weekly day off as a necessity.
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December 12, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Zach Orr said Travis Jones is “a force” and “works his butt off.” More on the #Ravens signing Jones to a three-year extension, what it means and what he plans to buy his mom: a new house. www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/11/r...
Ravens DT Travis Jones agrees to 3-year, $40.5 million contract extension
Ravens DT Travis Jones has agreed to a 3-year extension, the team said Thursday. The deal is worth $40.5 million with $25 million guaranteed.
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December 11, 2025 at 11:35 PM
The John Harbaugh/Michigan suggestions/projections etc., are laughable.
1) NFL teams would line up a
around the block for him.
2) He has dismissed being a college coach in the past and very much not his personality especially the NIL era
3) See No. 1
December 11, 2025 at 2:28 AM
More on #Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton invoking Rory McIlroy and Carlos Alcaraz, etc., while delivering a lunchtime tangent about Baltimore’s turbulent season and the opportunity that’s still there for the taking www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/10/r...
Ravens’ Kyle Hamilton unwavering in title belief: ‘Gonna be a heck of a story’
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton says he uses athletes like Carlos Alcaraz and Rory McIlroy as inspiration during Baltimore’s playoff pursuit.
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December 10, 2025 at 11:47 PM