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Ricky Williams talks final season in Baltimore: ‘Football-wise, [Baltimore] is like no other’

Ricky Williams talks final season in Baltimore: ‘Football-wise, [Baltimore] is like no other’

Former Ravens running back Ricky Williams talks about his final NFL season with the Baltimore Ravens

In August 2011, the Baltimore Ravens signed long-time Miami Dolphins running back Ricky Williams to a multi-year deal after losing Willis McGahee to free agency.

That season, the Ravens would go on to face the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Game, but fall short in a heart-breaker. Late in the fourth quarter, Williams’ seven-yard rush would end up being his last, as he informed the Ravens on Feb. 7, 2012, that he would be hanging up the cleats — this time, for...

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Report: Isaiah Likely to miss training camp with foot injury; could play Week 1

Report: Isaiah Likely to miss training camp with foot injury; could play Week 1

ESPN’s Jamison Hensley and Jeremy Fowler report Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely suffered a foot fracture that puts his Week 1 status in question.

According to ESPN’s Jamison Hensley and Jeremy Fowler, Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely suffered a fracture in his foot on July 29.

The injury is expected to keep Likely out from training camp. Fortunately, Likely may be available for their Week 1 opener when the Ravens face the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on Sept. 7.

With Likely out, the Ravens will turn to Charlie Kolar as their No. 2 tight end behind Mark...

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Baltimore Ravens All Quarter Century Team: Defensive Tackle No. 2

Baltimore Ravens All Quarter Century Team: Defensive Tackle No. 2

Brandon Williams and Nnamdi Madubuike remain as they fight for the right to join Haloti Ngata as the second defensive tackle named to the Ravens Quarter Century Team.

Unsurprisingly, Haloti Ngata was voted to the Ravens Quarter Century Team as the first defensive tackle and overall first defender. With him out of the picture, it’s time to find his running mate along the interior.

Remaining we have former long-time Raven Brandon Willliams and current Ravens playmaker Nnamdi Madubuike. Will nostalgia help Williams make the team, or will current hype allow Madubuike to break through?

Let’s go to the poll!

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Ravens TE Isaiah Likely suffers ankle injury; expected to miss ‘a few weeks’

Ravens TE Isaiah Likely suffers ankle injury; expected to miss ‘a few weeks’

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely suffered an ankle injury in training camp on Tuesday. Head Coach John Harbaugh said he’ll get an MRI tomorrow to find the extent of injury.

While unsubstantiated rumors swirl about a possible contract extension for Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely, bad news came out of training camp as he suffered a left foot/ankle injury. According to The Baltimore Banner’s Giana Han, Likely suffered the injury and was seen punching the ground in frustration. He then hobbled into the building putting little weight on his foot.

After practice, Head Coach John Harbaugh said Likely...

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Baltimore Ravens All Quarter Century Team: Defensive Tackle No. 1

Baltimore Ravens All Quarter Century Team: Defensive Tackle No. 1

We’re on to the defense! Will Haloti Ngata be the first defensive player added to the Ravens Quarter Century Team?

We are now on to the defense!

First up, we’re picking a pair of defensive tackles to flesh out the interior. We’ve got a trio consisting of two longtime Ravens and a current Raven who is just entering the prime of his career.

Who will be the first defender named to the Ravens Quarter Century Team? Let’s go ahead and find out!

Haloti Ngata (2006-2014)

Ngata was drafted by the Ravens in the first round of the 2006 [NFL...

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Ravens a top-ranked team in power rankings: ‘world’s best best to keep the Chiefs out’

Ravens a top-ranked team in power rankings: ‘world’s best best to keep the Chiefs out’

The Ravens are one of the highest-ranked teams in pre-season power rankings.

The Baltimore Ravens have one of the NFL’s best constructed rosters with the top-flight star power and strong depth to contend for the Super Bowl. Routinely, they’ve been ranked one of the best in pre-season power rankings and for FOX Sports’ Ralph Vacchiano, they’re No. 2, behind the reigning Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles.

“They have been on the doorstep of the Super Bowl for a few years now, and this could be the year that they finally get in,” Vacchiano wrote. “They are bringing almost their entire...

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Which player will take the biggest leap for the Ravens’ offense in 2025?

Which player will take the biggest leap for the Ravens’ offense in 2025?

The speedy WR could be in line for more playing time

The Ravens have an embarrassment of riches on the offensive side of the ball. The main contributors should be easy to guess, from quarterback Lamar Jackson and running back Derrick Henry to wide receivers Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, and DeAndre Hopkins, as well as tight ends Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely.

With so many star players in the lineup already, it will be hard for anyone else to find meaningful playing time, barring injuries. Still, there are a few candidates who could take a significant leap in their quality...

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Ravens training camp 2025: Jaire Alexander to return after knee swelling drained; Rashod Bateman ill

Ravens training camp 2025: Jaire Alexander to return after knee swelling drained; Rashod Bateman ill

Health updates on the Baltimore Ravens following Day 5 of Training Camp.

There have been a few notable training camp absences for the Baltimore Ravens through their first five days of camp. Fortunately, the reasons for their absence aren’t anything significant, according to Head Coach John Harbaugh.

On Monday, July 28, both cornerback Jaire Alexander and wide receiver Rashod Bateman did not practice. Harbaugh provided updates on both.

“[Alexander] had a little swelling and I think we drained his knee today. He should be back tomorrow,” Harbaugh said. “Rashod got sent home because he was sick. And he was not...

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Steelers continue adding former Ravens defenders to roster

Steelers continue adding former Ravens defenders to roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed former Ravens safety Chuck Clark, making it five former Ravens on their defensive roster

Each divisional game in the NFL is filled with familiar faces. But when the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers square off, the recognition will be more than familiar opponents. Now, there’s a handful of former teammates wearing black and yellow as the Steelers have signed their fifth former Raven to the defensive roster with the addition of safety Chuck Clark.

The former Ravens he joins includes safety DeShon Elliott and linebackers Patrick Queen, Malik Harrison and Jeremiah Moon.

The addition of Clark...

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Is Ronnie Stanley the Ravens’ biggest X-factor in 2025?

Is Ronnie Stanley the Ravens’ biggest X-factor in 2025?

An X-factor is generally defined as something or someone that has a possesses a strong influence but can be unpredictable in nature. As it relates to the NFL, an X-factor can be a player that is influential in how a team will perform but they’re predictability or reliability is volatile.

A team can have several different X-factors, but some players can have more influential role than others. For the Baltimore Ravens, is starting left tackle Ronnie Stanley the team’s biggest X-factor in 2025?

An ESPN ranking of the league’s top rosters recently listed Stanley as such, citing his injury history...

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What is the deepest position group on the Ravens’ roster?

What is the deepest position group on the Ravens’ roster?

The Baltimore Ravens have a number of position groups with high-level talent on both sides of the ball. As such, there will be fierce competition for a small number of bubble roster spots in certain areas throughout training camp and through the upcoming preseason.


Today’s Question of the Day is:

What is the deepest position group on the Ravens’ roster?

My answer: Cornerback

Much has been made about the Ravens’ secondary being one of the NFL’s most talented units and that’s in-large part due to their cornerback additions this spring and summer. The Ravens already profiled to have...

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Ravens listed No. 1 ESPN’s NFL roster rankings for 2025

Ravens listed No. 1 ESPN’s NFL roster rankings for 2025

The Baltimore Ravens have earned high national praise throughout this offseason, being recognized as one of the league’s top returning teams ahead of the 2025 season. This continued last week when they earned the No. 1 spot in ESPN’s roster rankings.

The list ranked all 32 teams based on projected offensive and defensive starting lineups, with subcategories of biggest strength, biggest weakness, X-factor, and nonstarter to be aware of. Unsurprisingly, quarterback was listed as the Ravens’ biggest strength.

“Lamar Jackson, an All-Pro in each of the past two seasons and the NFL MVP in 2019 and 2023, is one of...

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