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Jonas Shaffer

Jonas

Jonas Shaffer joined the staff of The Baltimore Banner in January 2023 as a Ravens beat reporter. He previously covered the team for The Baltimore Sun, where he first served as an editor and general-assignment reporter. He's also worked for The Washington Post and Cape Cod Times. Jonas grew up in Silver Spring and graduated from the University of Maryland. He made it into Sports Illustrated at age 7 after the magazine ran a small wire photo of him, in his soccer gear, next to his mother. ("SOCCER MOMS: The ultimate bench warmers.") His athletic career peaked not long after.

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Ravens’ Rashod Bateman fined for ‘verbal abuse’ of official; Carl Lawson won’t make debut
Bateman vented his frustration over an apparent no-call after an incomplete third-down pass in the Ravens’ win over the Miami Dolphins last week.
Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman was fined $25,154 by the NFL on Saturday.
Ravens have no injury concerns vs. Vikings; new pass rushers set to make debut
The Ravens are 3-5, but their active roster is in good shape as they head into Week 10.
Nov 7, 2025
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) celebrates next to Miami Dolphins safety Dante Trader Jr. (11) after a 39-yard reception for a first down during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Ravens vs. Vikings: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson’s scrambles, Andrew Van Ginkel and more
From Lamar Jackson’s scrambling ability to Andrew Van Ginkel’s underrated versatility, here’s what to watch in the Ravens’ Week 10 game against the Vikings.
Nov 7, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson runs for a 13-yard gain in the third quarter against the Detroit Lions in Week 3.
An older, wiser Lamar Jackson faces the blitz caller who broke him
Four years after Brian Flores baffled Lamar Jackson and the Ravens with “Cover 0” looks, Jackson has turned into one of the NFL’s best quarterbacks against the blitz. They’ll meet again Sunday.
Nov 6, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is sacked by Miami Dolphins linebacker Elandon Roberts in November 2021.
‘Physical as hell’ pass rusher Dre’Mont Jones joins Ravens’ defense — and just in time
The Ravens’ pass rush, tied for second to last in the NFL in sacks (11), has needed a player with Dre'Mont Jones’ edge.
Nov 5, 2025
HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 28: Woody Marks #27 of the Houston Texans is tackled by Dre'Mont Jones #45 of the Tennessee Titans during the fourth quarter in the game at NRG Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Ravens’ remade pass rush still has a glaring need, plus more trade deadline takeaways
The Ravens have enough talent to make a run at a third straight AFC North title, but did they do enough at the deadline?
Nov 5, 2025
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta sits on the bench ahead of a game against the Chicago Bears on Oct. 26.
Ravens trading for OLB Dre’Mont Jones, sending 5th-round pick to Titans
Dre’Mont Jones has 4.5 sacks in the past four games and 19 pressures this season, according to PFF, more than any Ravens defender.
Updated Nov 4, 2025
Dre’Mont Jones lines up against the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 5.
Ravens DL Broderick Washington’s return is ‘not imminent’ after Achilles tendon surgery
Ravens defensive lineman Broderick Washington’s return to the field will take even longer than expected.
Nov 3, 2025
Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Broderick Washington Jr. runs onto the field ahead of a game against the Cleveland Browns in early September.
As trade deadline nears, Eric DeCosta needs to make a move to boost Ravens’ weak pass rush
The Ravens have a big problem and a bigger problem ahead of Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline: They need a pass rusher. And so do a lot of other teams.
Nov 3, 2025
The Ravens nearly reunited with interior defensive lineman Calais Campbell last season. He could be available before the NFL’s trade deadline at 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Ravens trade CB Jaire Alexander to Eagles as part of late-round pick swap
Jaire Alexander was active for three games and played in just two of the Ravens’ first eight games.
Updated Nov 1, 2025
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jaire Alexander (23) jogs to the next drill during the team’s training camp at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md. on Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Ravens fined $100K for violating league policy with Lamar Jackson practice designations
Coach John Harbaugh called it an “honest mistake,” and the Ravens said in a statement Friday that they would not appeal the fine.
Updated Oct 31, 2025
Ravens coach John Harbaugh watches from the sidelines next to general manager Eric DeCosta in the second quarter against the Chicago Bears in Week 8.
How much can change in 6 days? After win vs. Dolphins, the Ravens are finding out.
“I don’t remember the last time I’ve been 1-5 playing football. But, yeah, 3-5 is definitely better. We’re trying to keep winning,” Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard said after the 28-6 win over Miami.
Oct 31, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Rashod Bateman during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Ravens vs. Dolphins: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson, Mark Andrews and trade targets
Here’s what to watch in the Ravens’ Week 9 game against the Dolphins on Thursday night, including the return of Lamar Jackson.
Oct 30, 2025
Quarterback Lamar Jackson could be leading a fully operational Ravens offense Thursday night at Miami.
6 takeaways from Lamar Jackson’s news conference, from his health to a locker room shakeup
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was asked over two dozen questions in his nine minutes at the podium Tuesday. Here are six takeaways from his news conference.
Updated Oct 28, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson cheers from the sidelines during the Ravens’ win over the Chicago Bears.
Ravens ‘very confident’ that Lamar Jackson will return from injury vs. Dolphins
Lamar Jackson hasn’t appeared in a game since leaving in the third quarter of a Week 4 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Oct 27, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) watches from the sidelines in the fourth quarter of a game against the Chicago Bears at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025.
Ravens coaches were feeling the heat. In a crucial win, they kept their cool.
This season hasn’t been easy for Ravens players. It hasn’t been easy for Ravens coaches, either.
Oct 27, 2025
Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and general manager Eric DeCosta react to kicker Tyler Loop’s field goal in the second quarter of Sunday’s win over the Chicago Bears.
What the heck’s going on with Lamar Jackson and the Ravens?
What could have possibly happened with Lamar’s hamstring? What the heck’s going on with the Ravens?
Updated Oct 25, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) returns to the locker room following his team’s loss to the Houston Texans at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025.
Ravens rule out Lamar Jackson vs. Bears; NFL looking into change in his practice availability
A day after Lamar Jackson was listed as a full participant and questionable vs. Chicago, the Ravens downgraded him to a limited participant and declared him out.
Updated Oct 25, 2025
Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025 — Baltimore Ravens’ inactive quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) walks off the field after the Ravens lost 17-3 to the Los Angeles Rams at M&T Bank Stadium.
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson questionable vs. Bears; Tyler Huntley up next on depth chart
The Ravens are 4-12 in games Lamar Jackson has not started since he took over in Baltimore in 2018.
Updated Oct 24, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson winds up to throw during a game against the Detroit Lions on Sept. 22.
Ravens vs. Bears: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson, Patrick Ricard and playoff hopes
Here’s what to watch in the Ravens’ home game Sunday against Chicago, which has won four straight games.
Oct 24, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson on the sidelines with a hamstring injury during Ravens' game against the Houston Texans on Oct. 5.
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