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Ravens Week 11 Rookie Report: Wiggins’ role continues to grow; Rosengarten passes toughest test to date

Ravens Week 11 Rookie Report: Wiggins’ role continues to grow; Rosengarten passes toughest test to date

The first-round cornerback out-snapped a starter while the second-round tackle held his own against a former Defensive Player of the Year.

The Baltimore Ravens faced the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 11 and received significant contributions from several members of their 2024 rookie class.

Though only four of the team’s nine draft picks dressed for the game, their first two selections played major roles in Baltimore’s failed comeback attempt. The Ravens have now lost eight of their last nine meetings with the Steelers, including the last four straight.

Fourth-round wide receiver Devontez Walker, fifth-round running back Rasheen Ali and sixth-round center...

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2024 NFL Power Rankings Week 12: Ravens fall to back half of top 10 after loss to Steelers

2024 NFL Power Rankings Week 12: Ravens fall to back half of top 10 after loss to Steelers

The latest power rankings following their Week 11 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Most national pundits were disappointed by the Baltimore Ravens’ performance in a 18-16 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 11 that knocked them a game and a half back from the division lead. However, the consensus belief is still that they are among the best teams in the league although one pundit had them barely cracking the top 10. Now, it’s time to see where the team lands in the NFL landscape of power rankings heading into Week 12.


**The Ringer: 5 (Last week:...

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Ravens add former All-Pro cornerback to practice squad

Ravens add former All-Pro cornerback to practice squad

The Ravens signed former Texans slot cornerback Desmond King II to their practice squad on Tuesday.

The Baltimore Ravens signed Desmond King II to their practice squad on Tuesday, per KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson.

King is an eight-year veteran with 56 starts and 106 total appearances in his NFL career, primarily as a slot corner though he did start on the boundary in 2021 and 2022. He earned a first-team All-Pro selection in his sophomore year after being drafted in the fifth round by the Chargers in 2017.

King brings a ton of experience as a nickel back with Arthur Maulet...

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Lamar Jackson hits season-low in Ravens’ Week 11 report card

Lamar Jackson hits season-low in Ravens’ Week 11 report card

Grading the Ravens’ position groups in their Week 11 loss to the Steelers.

Offense

Coaching: C

Todd Monken’s unit seemed surprised by the Steelers defense and couldn’t come up with the right adjustments until their last drive. Monken also should have recognized that Lamar Jackson wasn’t firing on all cylinders and dial up some easier throws to help his quarterback in a rhythm. Worst of all, he blew the two-point conversion attempt with a predictable play call and two of his best short-yardage playmakers on the sidelines.

Quarterback: C-

Sunday wasn’t just one of Jackson’s worst games of the...

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Ravens News 11/19: Ravens lose ground in AFC after falling flat in Pittssburgh

Ravens News 11/19: Ravens lose ground in AFC after falling flat in Pittssburgh

The latest news covering the Baltimore Ravens.

The latest and greatest content covering the Baltimore Ravens.


The Winners and Losers of NFL Week 11

Steven Ruiz, The Ringer

Indeed, these were familiar mistakes. The Ravens came into Sunday’s game as the NFL’s most penalized team and then committed another dozen against Pittsburgh. The pass defense had been busting coverages and giving up explosive plays all season before allowing Russell Wilson to complete a few of his trademark moon balls. Harbaugh deserves the benefit of the doubt when it comes to his coaching. He’s a good coach …...

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MNF Open Thread: Dallas Cowboys vs. Houston Texans

MNF Open Thread: Dallas Cowboys vs. Houston Texans

Week 11 closes out with a Texas-sized contest

The final game of Week 11 of the 2024 NFL season closes out with the Dallas Cowboys hosting the Houston Texnas

Dallas Cowboys (3-6) vs. Houston Texans (6-4)

  • Location: AT&T Stadium, Dallas, TX
  • Game time: 8:15 p.m. ET, Monday, November 18, 2024

Broadcast

  • Broadcast: ESPN
  • Broadcasters: Joe Buck (play-by-play), Troy Aikman (analyst), Lisa Salters (sideline)

Who Should the Ravens Root For?

Go... Cowboys.

The Ravens are currently fighting for a wildcard. So, the fewer wins by all AFC teams, the better. Yes, the...

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Ravens press conference takeaways: The Buck Stops at Harbaugh, credit to Ar’Darius Washington

Ravens press conference takeaways: The Buck Stops at Harbaugh, credit to Ar’Darius Washington

Takeaways from the Ravens’ press conference

Baltimore Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh spoke at his weekly Monday press conference and here are my takeaways from the presser.


The Buck Stops At Harbaugh

The Ravens are defeating the Ravens. They are holding themselves back. And Head Coach John Harbaugh made it known how frustrated he is about it.

“First of all, too many penalties. Way too many penalties. The penalties on offense are the one thing holding us back,” Harbaugh said. That’s the biggest issue. It shows up in different ways... It’s putting us in 1st & 20. It’s...

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2024 Baltimore Ravens schedule

2024 Baltimore Ravens schedule

The Ravens lost to the Steelers 18-16 in Week 11 to drop to 7-4. Check out their complete schedule and results for the 2024 season. All times are Eastern Time.

The Baltimore Ravens are 7-4 through Week 11 of the NFL season. They are now in second place in the AFC North. The Ravens lost to the Steelers 18-16.

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Familiar Fears Overtaking Hope in Ravens’ Season

Familiar Fears Overtaking Hope in Ravens’ Season

Ghosts of season’s past have drawn fear in the Ravens’ fanbase. Hope is being engulfed by familiar fears.

There are innumerable reasons for Ravens fans to embrace hope. The roster boasts two MVP-worthy candidates. The offense has been a juggernaut for the majority of the season. The defense made significant strides after the benching of safety Marcus Williams for Ar’Darius Washington and the addition of cornerback Tre’Davious White. But the familiarity of the 2024 season brings the ghosts of season’s past and has stripped hope and optimism from fans on account of recognizable concerns.

Own Worst Enemy

In their...

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Ravens still have third-best odds to win Super Bowl; minor underdogs to win AFC North division

Ravens still have third-best odds to win Super Bowl; minor underdogs to win AFC North division

Even after their loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Baltimore Ravens are just minor underdogs to win the AFC North

The Baltimore Ravens’ loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday hurt their odds to repeat as AFC North division winners, but only slightly.

Following their loss, the Ravens’ odds to win the AFC North are +130. The Steelers, who are a 1.5 games up on the Ravens, are -160. Hardly a significant favorite. But it’s clear the division is a two-team race after the Cincinnati Bengals fell to 4-7 after losing to the Los Angeles Chargers (7-4) on *Sunday Night...

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Justin Tucker’s confidence remains unwavering after costly misses in Pittsburgh

Justin Tucker’s confidence remains unwavering after costly misses in Pittsburgh

The future Hall of Fame specialist still believes he can “nail every single kick.”

The Baltimore Ravens and All Pro kicker Justin Tucker has been in uncharted territory for most of the 2024 season as it pertains to his propensity to miss attempts from medium to long range that he used to make look mundane.

On Sunday in Pittsburgh against the rival Steelers, they ventured deeper into the murky waters of inconsistency. Tucker missed a pair of field goals on back-to-back drives in the first quarter that proved costly in an 18-16 loss.

“It’s certainly frustrating, especially when we know...

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Ravens stock report: Despite loss, defensive personnel changes yields positive results

Ravens stock report: Despite loss, defensive personnel changes yields positive results

Risers and fallers after Ravens 18-16 loss at Pittsburgh

In a familiar pattern, the Ravens, hampered by a relentless cycle of penalties, drops, fumbles, and other self-inflicted errors, fell short against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers have now triumphed in nine of their last ten encounters with the Ravens, with many of these games following a similar script. Despite Baltimore appearing to be the superior team for much of the game, they turned the ball over twice in their own territory. Additionally, kicker Justin Tucker’s struggles continued as he missed two kicks in the first half. While some players displayed...

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