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• Ravens News 5/14: Most Improved

Bob Self/Florida Times-Union / USA TODAY NETWORK 2024 NFL Schedule release: Kansas City Chiefs to host Baltimore Ravens in Kickoff Game Kevin Patra, NFL.com The NFL announced Monday morning that the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs will open the season at Arrowhead Stadium against the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC. Pitting the perennial AFC powers a...2024
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• Early role projections for the Ravens 2024 rookie class

Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images What to expect from the Ravens’ rookie class in Year 1. The Baltimore Ravens entered this year’s draft with nine draft picks at their disposal. They ultimately made no trades and stood pat in each spot, selecting nine players to fill out their 2024 rookie class. The Ravens drafted four defensive players and five prospects on the offensi...2024
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• Ravens News 5/1: Daylight Robbery

Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images Ravens pick up fifth-year option on OLB Odafe Oweh Brian Wacker, The Baltimore Sun Last season, Oweh got off to a solid start with two tackles and three pressures in the Ravens’ season opener against the Houston Texans and eventual NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year C.J. Stroud, but he injured his ankle in Week 2 against the Cincinnati Bengals and misse...2024
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• Staff Reactions: Which Ravens draft pick is your favorite?

Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images The Beatdown staff share which of the Ravens 2024 draft picks is their favorite. The Baltimore Ravens came away with nine new rookies with the conclusion of the 2024 NFL Draft. Here, the Beatdown staff share which pick was their favorite. To review, here are the Ravens’ picks: Round 1 – CB Nate Wiggins, Clemson Round 2 – OT Roger Rosengarten, Washington R...2024
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• Ravens Draft Results 2024: Ravens select Adisa Isaac in Round 3

Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images The Baltimore Ravens draft Adisa Isaac with the No. 93 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. With the No. 93 pick in Round 3 of the 2024 NFL Draft, the Baltimore Ravens selected Adisa Isaac, outside linebacker, Penn State. Height: 6’4” Weight: 247 lbs. School: Penn State Honors: Second-team All-Big Ten Conference (2023) 2023 stats: 13 games, 37 tackles, 16 tackles for l...2024
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• Ravens biggest remaining needs after Day 1 of the 2024 NFL Draft

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Assessing the top position groups the Ravens still need to address heading into Day 2. The Baltimore Ravens let the board play out on the first night of the 2024 NFL Draft and wound up with a tremendous value pick at No. 30 overall with former Clemson cornerback Nate Wiggins. While it checked off one of their top positions of need, they still have several others ...2024
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• Mock Draft Monday Roundup: Projected top-20 pick falls to Ravens in late 1st-round

Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The latest mock drafts foresee the Ravens addressing their top need with a potential future All-Pro offensive lineman. In the latest mock drafts, some analysts foresee the Baltimore Ravens landing a consensus elite prospect at their biggest position of need who could be an immediate replacement for right tackle Morgan Moses, compete to ...2024
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• 2023 Baltimore Ravens awards: Coach of the Year

Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images Vote for the Baltimore Ravens’ Coach of the Year for the 2023 season. The 2023 Baltimore Beatdown Awards continue after our third nominees were announced on Friday for Rookie of the Year. The Baltimore Ravens assembled an all-star coaching staff last offseason which was evidenced by how it got pillaged almost as soon as their 2023 campaign ended. They h...2024
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• Ravens News 12/4: Bargain Shopper

Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images How did Eric DeCosta do this offseason? Evaluating the Ravens’ GM’s biggest decisions. Kyle Goon, The Baltimore Banner Bargain shopper If contracts for Jackson and Smith were DeCosta’s spending spree in the NFL’s Rodeo Drive, he also made a killing at the flea market. The Ravens’ best offseason signing didn’t join the team until Aug. 18. Jadeveon Clowne...2023
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• Offseason Moves Turned the Ravens Into a Super Bowl Contender

Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images This would be the year to put it all together At 9-3 and atop the AFC, the Baltimore Ravens appear poised for a Super Bowl run. But how they got here was a culmination of excellent coaching hires and roster moves. Hiring Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images The Greg Roman era was n...2023
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• Jadeveon Clowney’s resurgent season should come as no surprise

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images The former No. 1 overall pick is shining brighter than ever now that he is no longer the star of the show. In football, one play is all it takes for a player to be remembered in glory or infamy. A single moment in time can set them on a path to stardom and prominence or make them fade into obscurity. The Baltimore Ravens have a pair of former 2014 first-...2023
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• Ravens News 11/30: 4th Down Decisions

Sam Greene-USA TODAY Sports Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 12 win over Chargers Luke Jones, Baltimore Positive There’s certainly Pro Bowl-caliber talent, but what makes this defense great is its ensemble makeup. A prime example of that Sunday was Arthur Maulet, who registered an interception, a tackle, and the quarterback hit to force the fourth-quarter turnover on downs. He played...2023
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• Odafe Oweh is breaking out and still hasn’t reached his ceiling

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images The 2021 first-rounder is emerging as the consistent difference maker the Ravens envisioned when they rolled the dice on traits over production. The Baltimore Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta went against he the front office’s historical precedent when he used the second of his two first-round picks in the 2021 NFL Draft to select outside linebacker O...2023
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"com/KEVNPnjjfw— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) February 2, 2024 “With Zach and the guys that we have on defense and some of the younger coaches that are already here including [Outside Linebackers Coach] Chuck Smith – those guys are going to build another great defense, and I’m going to be in the middle of it, just like I’m in the middle of the offense and special teams,” Head Coach John Harbaugh said."

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"Defensive Coordinator Mike Macdonald has excelled in his role and the offseason hire of outside linebacker Chuck Smith, pass rush savant, has appeared to have paid off."

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"When it comes to pass rushing, Chuck Smith is an expert."

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" Pick Six Podcast: 'The Sack Whisperer' Chuck Smith talks NFL's top pass rushers with Pete Prisco "

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" Chuck Smith, who once played defensive end in the NFL and now trains Gregory, raved about the Nebraska product's effortless movement skills, via Fischer: He can pretty much do any movement, at any position."

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• Ravens News 5/1: Daylight Robbery
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• Staff Reactions: Which Ravens draft pick is your favorite?
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• Ravens Draft Results 2024: Ravens select Adisa Isaac in Round 3
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• Report: Ravens hosted Penn State EDGE Chop Robinson for a pre-draft visit

Dan Rainville / USA TODAY NETWORK The Ravens are among several teams interested in the projected mid-to-late first rounder with elite athletic traits. While Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta admitted to agreeing with the consensus about the 2024 NFL Draft class being “average” at edge defender, there are some gifted prospects who have the potential to be special and blossom int...2024
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• Mock Draft Monday Roundup: Projected top-20 pick falls to Ravens in late 1st-round
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• Staff Reactions: Ravens sign Justin Madubuike to a long-term extension

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Beatdown gang react to the NFL news of the Ravens signing DL Justin Madubuike to a 4-year contract extension The Baltimore Ravens announced they have come to terms on a four-year contract extension with DL Justin Madubuike. Below are the reactions from the Baltimore Beatdown staff regarding the news. Days after saying a long-term deal would be more benef...2024
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• Ravens News 2/8: Staffing Up

Photo by David Berding/Getty Images Zach Orr faces uphill battle to rebuild Ravens’ proud defense Mike Preston, The Baltimore Sun Orr has charisma, which allows him to relate to not only the star players he has coached — such as former Ravens outside linebacker Terell Suggs and Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Josh Allen — but the classic overachievers. He was signed by the Ravens as an...2024
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• Ravens Draft Results 2024: Ravens select Adisa Isaac in Round 3
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• 2023 Baltimore Ravens awards: Coach of the Year
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• Ravens confident Zach Orr will uphold standard of dominant defense

The former All-Pro turned coach is no stranger to exceeding expectations and that will need to continue in his elevated role. The Baltimore Ravens fielded the best defense in the league during the 2023 season that not only stacks up with some of the all-time units but made history by becoming the first to at least tie for the league lead in sacks, takeaways, and points allowed per game. After two ...2024
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• Ravens News 12/7: Downfield Strikes

Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images Here’s how Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ offense could evolve after the bye Jonas Shaffer, The Baltimore Banner Downfield passing The bad news for the Ravens’ passing game is that Jackson’s downfield accuracy remains below average. He ranks 28th in completion percentage (27.5%) among the 31 quarterbacks with at least 20 deep passes (20-plus air yards), ac...2023
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• Ravens News 12/4: Bargain Shopper
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• Offseason Moves Turned the Ravens Into a Super Bowl Contender
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• Jadeveon Clowney’s resurgent season should come as no surprise
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• Odafe Oweh is breaking out and still hasn’t reached his ceiling
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• Roundtable Reactions: Ravens sign pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney

Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports The Beatdown gang share their reactions to the Ravens’ signing of pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney On Friday, reports announced the Baltimore Ravens are signing veteran outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney to a one-year deal. Below are the reactions from Beatdown contributors. To win on defense in the NFL a team must be capable of rushing four defenders and gene...2023
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• Baltimore Ravens 2023 training camp Day 5 observations: Pierce and the Pass Rush, Agholor Scores and more
Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images A bullying defensive front during 11-on-11 drills curtailed the offense. During 7-on-7, sharp, crisp passing came to the forefront. On Day 5 of training camp and Day 1 in pads, the nicest weather brought forth the most excitable competition. Though one-on-one battles are still not being conducted, a hearty fill of 11-on-11 and 7-on-7 to judge, critique a...2023
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• Where the 2023 Baltimore Ravens may regress
Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports A mid-day Barber buzzkill The offseason is a time for NFL clubs to build off the previous season. If they needed to overhaul a wide receiver room, they make a signing or two, or a trade. If their offensive line struggled, they draft or sign a replacement. No matter the area of struggle, teams try to fix the losses or areas of challenge, which makes complete...2023
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• Ravens 2023 Draft: Staff Reactions to the Ravens’ Day 3 picks
Photo by Leslie Plaza Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Baltimore Beatdown crew share their opinion on the latest Ravens draft pick With the 124th pick of the 2023 NFL Draft, the Ravens have selected Mississippi outside linebacker Tavius Robinson: With Justin Houston and Jason Pierre-Paul unsigned, rotational edge defender was an immediate need. At 6’6, 258, Robinson could off...2023
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• Ravens 2023 Draft: Staff Reactions to the Ravens’ Day 3 picks
Photo by Leslie Plaza Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Baltimore Beatdown crew share their opinion on the latest Ravens draft pick With the 124th pick of the 2023 NFL Draft, the Ravens have selected Mississippi outside linebacker Tavius Robinson: With Justin Houston and Jason Pierre-Paul unsigned, rotational edge defender was an immediate need. At 6’6, 258, Robinson could off...2023
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• Ravens confident Zach Orr will uphold standard of dominant defense
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• Lions vs. Ravens 5Qs preview: Aidan Hutchinson could ‘destroy’ Baltimore’s game plan

Photo by Scott W. Grau/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images A preview with Baltimore Beatdown’s Kyle Barber about the Week 7 matchup between the Detroit Lions and Baltimore Ravens. For the second week in a row, the Detroit Lions are on the road to face yet another division leader; this time, it’s the Baltimore Ravens, the first-place team in the AFC North. Baltimore is getting it done with def...2023
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• Report: Dolphins to hire Ravens Asst. Head Coach/Defensive Line Coach Anthony Weaver as defensive coordinator

Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images The Ravens lose another top assistant. Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh has a busy offseason ahead of him as Assistant Head Coach and Defensive line coach Anthony Weaver has reportedly been hired by the Miami Dolphins to become their defensive coordinator. Anthony Weaver is the #Dolphins new DC. John Harbaugh and the #Ravens wanted to ...2024
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• Jadeveon Clowney’s resurgent season should come as no surprise
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• Lamar Jackson’s long-term deal headlines Ravens’ big roster moves this offseason
The current odds don’t necessarily reflect it, but Baltimore’s offseason put the Ravens in a position to succeed this season. Training camps across the NFL have begun and the excitement of the 2023 NFL season has arrived! But, before the first kickoff commences, it’s time to get a refresher on what happened over such an important offseason. For the Baltimore Ravens, great changes and moves were ...2023
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• Roundtable Reactions: Ravens sign pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney
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• Staff Reactions: Ravens sign Justin Madubuike to a long-term extension
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• Ravens Announce Hiring Of Pass Rush Guru, Personal Trainer Chuck Smith As New OLB Coach
A personal coach for Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cameron Heyward and outside linebacker Alex Highsmith has a new job in the AFC North. Chuck Smith, a former All-Pro pass rusher for the Atlanta Falcons, was hired by the Baltimore Ravens Wednesday as the new outside linebackers coach under head coach John Harbaugh, the team announced. […]...2023
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• The Linc - Miles Sanders set to enter free agency as the top RB
Photo by Adam Bow/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 3/10/23. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... NFL’s top-5 free agent running backs in 2023, ranked - SB NationNo. 1: Miles Sanders, Philadelphia Eagles. This was a really fascinating season for Sanders, and it will be curious to see how much of his 2022 success will be chalked up to Shane St...2023
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• Ravens Draft Results 2024: Ravens select Adisa Isaac in Round 3
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• Ravens vs. Bengals final: MVP, 12 Winners & 5 Losers

Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images Big time winners and some losers from tonight’s game The Baltimore Ravens take care of the Cincinnati Bengals at home under the lights, 34-20. The Ravens will move to 8-3 on the season while the Bengals, who also lost quarterback Joe Burrow due to a wrist injury, to 5-5. MVP: Lamar Jackson Excellent performance by the Ravens’ signal caller, who was deal...2023
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• 5 Things We Learned From Ravens Preseason Opener

Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images Several questions were answered or at least came into focus in the team’s latest record-extending exhibition victory. There are several revealing takeaways from the Baltimore Ravens’ 20-19 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday. With a few starting spots and several key roles up for grabs the team got some early indications of who the front runners shou...2023
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• Justin Houston signs with Carolina Panthers

Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Houston will not be returning to Baltimore The Carolina Panthers have reached an agreement with outside linebacker Justin Houston on a one-year deal, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Four-time Pro-Bowl LB Justin Houston reached agreement on a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers, per source.— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 6, 2023 This put...2023
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• Are the Ravens the ‘sleeping giant’ in AFC for the 2023 season?
Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports Despite having a former unanimous league MVP under center, the team has been flying under the radar compared to some of the other top contenders in the conference. Professional sports teams with a former league MVP still in their prime are rarely overlooked, especially in the NFL. However, with an AFC loaded with playoff and championship contenders, and all...2023
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• The Linc - Miles Sanders set to enter free agency as the top RB
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