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Brian Wacker
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Ravens/NFL for The Baltimore Sun
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Dan Orlovsky called some of Lamar Jackson’s missed throws last week egregious and invoked JJ McCarthy. The film revealed much more about an offense that has been plagued by the same problems all season. Story #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/10/r...
Ravens film study: Missed opportunities hurt Lamar Jackson in Steelers loss
The tape, as coaches often say, doesn’t lie. Here’s what it says about Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson’s play vs. the Steelers.
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December 10, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Another #Ravens-#Steelers chapter: Bizarro officiating, Aaron Rodgers throwing for a season high and despite some terrible calls another blown opportunity in a season full of them. Story from Baltimore, where it's getting late early #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/07/r...
Ravens’ playoff hopes take crushing blow in 27-22 loss to Steelers
The Ravens fell to their AFC North rival Steelers, 27-22, as their fourth-quarter rally comes up short in a blow to their playoff hopes.
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December 8, 2025 at 12:24 AM
#Ravens are 11-1 in home December games with Lamar Jackson. He has also thrown for 382 yards and 5 TDs with one INT in his two most recent games against the Steelers, including last season’s wild-card game. He’s also mired in the worst slump of his career with 3 straight games without a TD.
December 7, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Good morning from a crisp but sunny M&T Bank Stadium, where the 6-6 #Ravens and #Steelers kick off in just under 3 hours. First place in the AFC North on the line. We here.
December 7, 2025 at 3:17 PM
All 3 Ravens tight ends came in on contract years. It could have been a distraction/frayed the dynamic. Then they surprisingly extended Mark Andrews. Isaiah Likely's reaction? He was "gassed." Story on their relationship and the future #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/04/r...
Ravens TE Isaiah Likely reacts to Mark Andrews contract extension
The Ravens agreed to a contract extension with Mark Andrews. Fellow tight end Isaiah Likely says he’s “gassed” for his teammate.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Story on Lamar Jackson missing practice today with another injury and what it means for #Ravens with critical Steelers game looming on Sunday afternoon (spoiler: expect him to play). More: www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/04/r...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson absent from practice Thursday with Steelers looming
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson did not appear at practice Thursday just three days before Baltimore hosts the Steelers with first place on the line.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Lamar Jackson is not at #Ravens practice today. He was limited yesterday with an ankle injury. It marks the fourth straight week he has missed at least one practice.
December 4, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Lamar Jackson popped up on the injury report again. The offense has been out of sync all year, Rashod Bateman said. Now comes a rivalry game vs. the #Steelers and what Marlon Humphrey called a “must-win.” Fascinating stuff. More here #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/03/r...
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson deals with injury as ‘must-win’ Steelers game looms
Lamar Jackson was back at Ravens practice. He was also a limited participant and on the team’s injury report again.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Full story on #Ravens' surprise extension for TE Mark Andrews & what it means for Baltimore going forward #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/03/r...
Ravens, TE Mark Andrews agree to 3-year, $39.3 million contract extension
The Ravens announced Wednesday that they have agreed to a three-year contract extension with tight end Mark Andrews.
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December 4, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Lamar Jackson and everyone else on the roster is at #Ravens practice today, including Ar’Darius Washington and Tavius Robinson. Good sign for early December with Steelers on tap.
December 3, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Tyler Loop was replacing an embattled team icon. He was entering the toughest division in which to kick. “This kid’s got it.” Inside how he emerged as one of the #Ravens’ steadiest and most reliable performers. www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/03/r...
Ravens’ Tyler Loop stars in replacing Justin Tucker: ‘This kid’s got it’
Ravens kicker Tyler Loop has been nearly automatic in 2025. “He’s come a long way since he got here,” long snapper Nick Moore says.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:18 PM
What’s wrong with #Ravens QB Lamar Jackson? (not overrated) A closer look and why there is still belief he can turn things around #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/01/r...
What’s wrong with Ravens QB Lamar Jackson? There isn’t one answer.
Lamar Jackson, who at his best is a dazzling blur, looks broken. The reasons for the Ravens quarterback’s struggles demand scrutiny.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:51 PM
#Ravens WR Rashod Bateman had his share of injuries. His mother Shonda though endured years of domestic abuse. Story on how they, along with Baltimore’s Marian House, are helping women dealing with trauma rebuild their lives. #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/12/01/r...
How Ravens’ Rashod Bateman, Marian House empower women dealing with trauma
Ravens wideout Rashod Bateman spoke about the underprivileged community he grew up in and his mom, who endured more than a decade of abuse.
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December 1, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Asked Lamar Jackson what he has to do to find the consistency he has lacked this year: "Just be me. Just be Lamar." That's been easier said than done. Story on another ugly loss for the #Ravens, who now have 10 days before the Steelers come to town #Ravensflock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/27/r...
Ravens commit 5 turnovers in ugly 32-14 loss to Bengals: ‘Not our standard’
The Ravens turned the ball over five times, including twice in the red zone and once near their own goal line, in a 32-14 loss to the Bengals.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Ravens with their third Thanksgiving game and first since 2013. Blustery 39 degrees for 8:20 kickoff against Bengals. We here!
November 27, 2025 at 10:11 PM
The latest on Lamar Jackson’s toe, the return of Joe Burrow and a Thanksgiving night blockbuster in Baltimore #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/25/r...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson returns to practice, ready for Thanksgiving game
Following a weekly trend, Lamar Jackson returns to Ravens practice a day after missing a session because of injury. This time, it’s his toe.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Latest on Lamar Jackson’s newest injury — toe — along with a couple of other concerning injuries to keep an eye on ahead of #Ravens’ Thursday night showdown against Joe Burrow and the #Bengals in Baltimore #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/24/r...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson dealing with toe injury before Thanksgiving game
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson added a toe injury to his list of 2025 lower-body ailments Monday.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Asked #Ravens' Ronnie Stanley what it means when Lamar says offense needs to execute better. "Everything," he said, adding that's what they need to win a Super Bowl. Story on a not "pretty" win over the #Jets to move into first-place in the AFC North #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/23/b...
Ravens struggle to beat Jets, 23-10, win 5th straight, take AFC North lead
The Ravens managed just 241 yards of total offense and overcame a slow start to beat the lowly Jets, 23-10, for their fifth straight win.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Happy Sunday! #Ravens back home for the first time in almost a month today against #Jets at 1 pm. Temperature in the mid 50s. We here
November 23, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Lamar Jackson winced and reached for his back. He wasn’t hurt, just reliving a big hit from two weeks ago. A closer look at how injuries have impacted the dynamic QB — and the #Ravens’ offense #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/20/h...
How injuries have slowed down Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, impacted offense
The Ravens’ porous offensive line has been problematic, as Lamar Jackson has been sacked 23 times this season.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:27 AM
The story behind the #Ravens’ “hurricane” play for Mark Andrews on a fake tush-push, including other weather-related(!) plays in their playbook #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/19/r...
The origin story of Ravens’ ‘hurricane’ play call that helped beat Browns
It was Ravens coach John Harbaugh who came up with the “hurricane” play — the fake “tush push” that led to a touchdown against the Browns.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:04 AM
More on #Ravens QB Lamar Jackson missing practice with a new injury and what it means #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/19/r...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson misses Wednesday’s practice with new injury
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson missed Wednesday’s practice prior to Baltimore’s Week 12 game against the Jets.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:19 PM
The #Ravens have gone from the precipice of the abyss and staring into the void to suddenly within reach of the playoffs. Still, there’s a long way to go. A look at what’s working, what isn’t & what’s ahead #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/19/r...
Ravens reset: Now back to .500, team readies for a playoff push
The Ravens are 5-5 through 10 games. Here’s where the team stands entering expected playoff pursuit.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
More on John Harbaugh and the #Ravens O-line being “pretty darn good.” Doesn’t sound like any changes are imminent. Story www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/17/r...
Ravens coach John Harbaugh defends O-line amid struggles: ‘Darn good’
Ravens coach John Harbaugh defended the team’s offensive line Monday despite recent struggles, especially at guard.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Mark Andrews’ first career catch went for 11 yards. Eight years and another 11-yard catch later he etched his name into history again. Words on his big day and big play in Cleveland #RavensFlock www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/16/r...
Mark Andrews breaks Ravens franchise record for career receiving yards
With an 11-yard reception from Lamar Jackson against the Browns, Mark Andrews set the Ravens’ franchise record for career receiving yards.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:51 PM