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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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NFL moves Ravens-Patriots game in Week 16 to ‘Sunday Night Football’ slot
The Ravens’ regular-season home finale against the New England Patriots is moving to prime time.
A large flag is displayed midfield prior to the Baltimore Ravens hosting the Detroit Lions at M&T Bank Stadium for “Monday Night Football.”
Harbaugh says NFL admitted mistake on Travis Jones penalty, but Isaiah Likely call remains murky
Even after some time to digest what he was told, Harbaugh felt like the definition of a catch “is about as clear as mud right now.”
Ravens coach John Harbaugh reacts during the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Dec. 7.
Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell is day to day after leaving Steelers game with injury
Mitchell left the game in the third quarter after a 55-yard run.
Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell (34) warms up prior to the team’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium.
After loss to Steelers, the Ravens are wobbling. Will they stand tall or fall short?
After a 27-22 loss to Pittsburgh, a pratfall seems far more likely than a Super Bowl. What have the Ravens done to convince anyone otherwise?
Dec 8, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) throws an incomplete pass in the fourth quarter as he was being taken down by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90). The Ravens lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-22 at M&T Bank Stadium.
Ravens vs. Steelers: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry and heavy personnel
As the Ravens and Steelers meet for the first of two times this season, here’s what to watch in their Week 14 game at M&T Bank Stadium.
Dec 5, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson looks for a receiver down field against the Cincinnati Bengals last month.
After Wednesday return, Lamar Jackson misses Ravens practice Thursday with ankle injury
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson’s apparent injury misfortune took another turn Thursday, when he missed practice.
Updated Dec 4, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has missed practices because of knee, toe and ankle injuries over the past month.
The AFC North is bad. Here’s what the Ravens can learn from their struggling rivals.
The Ravens have big issues this season. But there are cautionary tales across the AFC North as well.
Dec 4, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson embraces Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt after Baltimore beat Pittsburgh in the playoffs last season.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson limited in practice; Ar’Darius Washington could return vs. Steelers
For the first time in nearly a month, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was back Wednesday for the first open practice of the week.
Updated Dec 3, 2025
Lamar Jackson had not practiced on Wednesday in nearly a month.
Another NFL team passes on Justin Tucker, weeks after ex-Ravens star’s reinstatement
Three weeks after he was reinstated by the NFL, former Ravens star Justin Tucker is still looking for a new team.
Dec 3, 2025
Former Ravens place kicker Justin Tucker warms up prior to the team’s AFC wild card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Jan. 11.
Ravens CB Nate Wiggins is day-to-day after leaving game with foot injury
Ravens CB Nate Wiggins appeared to hurt his left foot while covering Bengals WR Mitchell Tinsley late in the second quarter Thursday.
Dec 1, 2025
Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins (2) breaks up a pass intended for Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase (1) in the second quarter.
Ravens film study: The good, the bad and the ugly from Lamar Jackson in loss to Bengals
Jackson had some explosiveness back in the Ravens’ loss Thursday to the Bengals, but he also made crucial mistakes.
Dec 1, 2025
Lamar Jackson had three turnovers and his lowest single-game grade on Pro Football Focus since 2021 in the Ravens’ loss to the Bengals on Thursday.
The Ravens needed ‘winning football’ from Lamar Jackson. They got a worrisome loss instead.
Against a Bengals defense that entered Week 13 on track to be one of the worst in league history, Lamar Jackson looked overmatched and unprepared.
Nov 28, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson completed 17 of 32 attempts for 246 yards against the Bengals, with an interception and two fumbles.
Ravens place Justice Hill on injured reserve; Carl Lawson makes debut vs. Bengals
The Ravens placed running back Justice Hill on injured reserve Thursday, sidelining him for at least four games because of a neck injury.
Updated Nov 28, 2025
Ravens running back Justice Hill has 262 total yards and three touchdowns this season.
Mark Andrews sets Ravens’ franchise record for catches, joins elite NFL company
Andrews now holds the record for most receptions and receiving yards.
Nov 28, 2025
Ravens tight end Mark Andrews is now the franchise leader in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns.
Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow cleared for Ravens vs. Bengals; Kyle Hamilton, Rashod Bateman will play
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow have been cleared to face off Thursday in Baltimore.
Nov 26, 2025
Ravens All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton is expected to play against the Bengals after leaving Sunday’s game in the fourth quarter because of an ankle injury.
Ravens vs. Bengals: 5 things to watch, including Derrick Henry, Ja’Marr Chase and playoff odds
As the Ravens and Bengals try to rediscover their high-octane form, here’s what to watch in their Week 13 game at M&T Bank Stadium.
Nov 26, 2025
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) rushes forward during a Thursday Night Football game against the Cincinnati Bengals at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., on November 7, 2024. The Baltimore Ravens won, 35-34.
After missing walk-through, Ravens’ Lamar Jackson is full participant in return to practice
Over the past three games, Jackson’s completed 57.1% of his passes while averaging 174 passing yards and 19 rushing yards per game.
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson takes the field for warmups before the team’s Week 12 win over the New York Jets.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson misses walk-through practice with toe injury
Asked after Monday’s practice how Jackson was feeling, coach John Harbaugh told reporters: “He’s good. He’s good.”
Nov 24, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson runs for a short gain under pressure in the second quarter of the team’s 23-10 win over the New York Jets.
Dominant? Not quite. But the Ravens’ 5-game winning streak shouldn’t be overlooked.
The Ravens’ 23-10 win Sunday over the New York Jets was another object lesson in the power of being just good enough.
Updated Nov 24, 2025
Ravens running back Derrick Henry scores one of his two third-quarter touchdowns Sunday in a 23-10 win over the Jets.
Ravens rookie OL Emery Jones Jr. active for first time in NFL career, continuing ramp-up
Ravens rookie offensive lineman Emery Jones Jr. was activated for Sunday’s game against the New York Jets, taking another step toward making his NFL debut.
Nov 23, 2025
Offensive tackle Emery Jones Jr. warms up before the Ravens host the New York Jets at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday.
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