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Brian Wacker
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Ravens/NFL for The Baltimore Sun
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Kyle Hamilton came up with the gassers celebration. More are in the works, said Marlon Humphrey, adding that's a good thing. Story on a defense turning the corner, the offense managing amid a deafening venue and the #Ravens getting a third straight W www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/09/b...
Ravens win 3rd straight, 27-19 over Vikings: ‘Starting to hit our stride’
The Ravens forced three turnovers and kicker Tyler Loop made four field goals in a 27-19 victory over Minnesota, Baltimore’s third straight.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:09 AM
First time at US Bank Stadium. Spectacular, and much warmer inside than out. #Ravens and #Vikings kick in just under 3 hours. We here #RavensFlock
November 9, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Lamar Jackson says the #Ravens have “turned a new leaf.” He has also been elite against the blitz this season. Now here comes Brian Flores. Story on a fascinating rematch #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/06/r...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson is elite vs. the blitz. Here comes Brian Flores.
No one has been more effective against the blitz this season than Lamar Jackson. The Ravens QB now faces a much bigger test.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:37 PM
It was one of the busiest trade deadline days in decades. The #Ravens, meanwhile, stayed on the sideline after a few earlier, more modest moves. A closer look at what they did and didn’t do #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/04/r...
A look at moves Ravens did — and didn’t — make at NFL trade deadline
That the Ravens didn’t address needs along the interior of the defensive and offensive lines at the trade deadline was surprising.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:43 PM
More on #Ravens acquiring OLB Dre'Mont Jones on Monday night and what it means for their defense www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/03/r...
Ravens trade for Titans OLB Dre’Mont Jones, give up conditional 5th-round pick
The Ravens bolstered their pass rush Monday by trading for Titans edge rusher Dre’Mont Jones, who has 4 1/2 sacks this season.
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November 4, 2025 at 1:33 PM
How has new #Ravens safety Alohi Gilman impacted Kyle Hamilton? “They verbally don’t have to talk…I don’t talk to him about it, but I know what Alohi has done for my son, again. He’s unleashed him.” Inside story on the symbiotic relationship #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/03/r...
How new Ravens safety Alohi Gilman has ‘unleashed’ Kyle Hamilton
With the addition of Alohi Gilman, the Ravens have been able to confuse and terrorize offenses by moving Kyle Hamilton around.
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November 3, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The #Ravens got Lamar back. The defense had another axis-shifting turnover. The #Dolphins are not good at anything. It made for a long night for Miami and another important win for Baltimore. Story from Hard Rock #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/30/b...
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson returns to light up Dolphins again in 28-6 victory
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson returned from injury to throw 4 TD passes and light up Miami in a 28-6 victory for Baltimore’s second straight win.
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October 31, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Lamar Jackson warming up for what will be his first game in 33 days #Ravens #Dolphins
October 30, 2025 at 11:38 PM
#Ravens and #Dolphins kick in just over 2 hours on a gorgeous night in So Fla. We here!
October 30, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Lamar Jackson is back this week. “Only I know my body.” Story on his hamstring, what it means for the Ravens and returning to Miami #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/29/r...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson explains timing of return: ‘Only I know my body’
With Lamar Jackson returning to action, the Ravens are optimistic they can go on a late-season run against a favorable schedule.
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October 29, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Latest on the NFL looking into the #Ravens’ handling of Lamar Jackson’s practice participation and injury report designation last week and potential discipline www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/27/r...
What discipline could Ravens face over Lamar Jackson injury report snafu?
What potential discipline could the Ravens face over their Lamar Jackson injury report snafu? History serves as a guide.
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October 28, 2025 at 12:23 AM
A phone call between John Harbaugh and Snoop Huntley this summer led to a reunion and, eventually, a much-needed victory for the #Ravens on Sunday. Said Charlie Kolar: “God, we needed a win.” Story from
Baltimore #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/26/b...
Ravens beat Bears, 30-16, with Tyler Huntley to end 4-game losing skid
The Ravens (2-5) got their season back on track and ended a four-game losing streak with a 30-16 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday.
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October 26, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Ravens in a must-win today against the Bears here at M&T Bank Stadium, where Tyler Huntley will get the start with Lamar Jackson ruled out. We here #RavensFlock
October 26, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Ravens players and coaches know what’s at stake this week. Derrick Henry: “You’ve got to play every game like it is your last.” Story from Baltimore #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/24/r...
Ravens know the stakes vs. Bears: ‘Play every game like it is your last’
The Ravens know that a loss in Sunday’s home game against the Bears could cripple their dwindling playoff hopes.
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October 25, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Full story on Lamar Jackson's return to practice today, what #Ravens players had to say about it and what it means as a de facto playoff game against the Bears looms #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/22/r...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson returns to practice for first time since injury
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since suffering a hamstring injury nearly a month ago.
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October 22, 2025 at 10:29 PM
#Ravens RB Justice Hill’s 71-yard TD is the longest on the team this year. He earned a rare third contract and embraces struggle. “If you get through those things, there’s gonna be some great things on the other side.” Story and a dose of positivity #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/22/r...
Ravens RB Justice Hill a steady force in turbulent season: ‘Gonna be muddy’
Two years into his NFL career, Ravens running back Justice Hill expected to be cut. Instead, he’s still a contributor in Baltimore in 2025.
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October 22, 2025 at 12:10 PM
What’s *really* wrong with the 1-5 #Ravens? We spoke to more than 25 sources and found an offense frustrated with a lack of creativity, a defense that has played scared to make mistakes and more. #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/20/w...
What’s wrong with the Ravens? Inside a Super Bowl favorite’s stunning slide.
The Baltimore Sun spoke with more than 25 sources in and around the Ravens to gain a better understanding of what’s going wrong this season.
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October 20, 2025 at 12:14 PM
#Ravens players are off this week but coach John Harbaugh, GM Eric DeCosta are working away to try to fix a 1-5 start. Could a trade for a DT and/or edge rusher be in the works? That and more #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/16/r...
Ravens reset: 5 most important questions facing 1-5 team entering bye
While players are off until next week, the Ravens will spend their time searching for solutions after a frustrating 1-5 start.
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October 17, 2025 at 11:18 PM
A chilly breeze swept through M&T Bank Stadium carrying with it various flotsam a couple of hours after another embarrassing #Ravens defeat. A perfect metaphor for a season in tatters. Story from Baltimore #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/12/b...
Ravens’ free fall continues with embarrassing 17-3 loss to Rams
The Ravens’ no-good, sloppy season hit yet another low Sunday with a 17-3 home loss to the Los Angeles Rams, their fourth straight defeat.
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October 12, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Outlined against a blue-gray October sky … #Ravens-Rams kick at 1 pm. We here!
October 12, 2025 at 2:26 PM
More on Lamar Jackson being out for the #Ravens as expected and Kyle Hamilton & Marlon Humphrey being good to go Sunday in a crucial game vs the #Rams www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/10/r...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, 5 others ruled out for game vs. Rams
Lamar Jackson was absent from Ravens practice for a third straight day this week and was ruled out for Sunday’s game.
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October 10, 2025 at 9:16 PM
#Ravens hope that adding two veteran safeties could solve several problems for a defense that is on pace to be the worst in NFL history. What the additions of CJ Gardner-Johnson and Alohi Gilman means for Baltimore www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/10/r...
The Ravens’ defense added reinforcements. Will it be enough?
The Ravens hope that adding two veterans could solve several problems for a defense that is on pace to be the worst in NFL history.
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October 10, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Story on #Ravens trading Odafe Oweh in exchange for safety Alohi Gilman and what he brings. Also think this will not be the last of the moves Baltimore makes in near future. #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/07/r...
Ravens trade OLB Odafe Oweh to Chargers for safety Alohi Gilman: source
The Ravens are trading OLB Odafe Oweh and a future 7th-round pick to the Chargers in exchange for S Alohi Gilman and a 2026 5th-round pick.
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October 7, 2025 at 10:31 PM
More on #Ravens signing controversial safety CJ Gardner-Johnson to aid a struggling defense, including what he brings (which is…a lot) #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/07/b...
Ravens signing controversial C.J. Gardner-Johnson to aid secondary: source
The Ravens’ depleted and struggling secondary is getting some help. Veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson is signing with the practice squad.
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October 7, 2025 at 7:23 PM
#Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Monday that “urgency is high.” Here’s a look at possible changes he could be considering. Story from Baltimore www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/06/b...
Ravens coach John Harbaugh says ‘urgency is high’ as he considers changes
Everything is on the table, Ravens coach John Harbaugh said resolutely Monday, a day after falling to 1-4 with a 44-10 loss to the Texans.
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October 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM