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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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Mark Andrews’ ‘Hurricane’ run stunned the Browns — and the Ravens: ‘I’ve never seen that’
On an afternoon of ugly football, the Ravens saved a moment of brilliance for just the right moment: a 35-yard touchdown run for Mark Andrews.
Nov 17, 2025
Ravens tight end Mark Andrews outruns a diving attempted tackle by Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger to score the winning touchdown Sunday in Cleveland.
Ravens TE Mark Andrews sets franchise record for receiving yards
Ravens tight end Mark Andrew has another piece of franchise history.
Updated Nov 16, 2025
Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews (89) runs the ball toward the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Ravens’ Rashod Bateman, Justice Hill ruled out vs. Browns; Mike Green is questionable
Rookie outside linebacker Mike Green’s availability is in question. An ankle injury limited him in practice Thursday, and he was missing at practice Friday.
Updated Nov 14, 2025
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (7) is tackled by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (2) short of a touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Minneapolis.
Ravens vs. Browns: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson vs. blitz, Derrick Henry and special teams
With a win Sunday over Cleveland, the Ravens would return to .500 for the first time since Week 2 and fortify their standing in the AFC North.
Nov 14, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) looks for a target downfield against the Cleveland Browns in Week 2.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson misses practice with new injury but ‘should be OK’
Quarterback Lamar Jackson was missing at the start of practice Wednesday as the Ravens began preparation for Sunday’s game against the Cleveland Browns.
Updated Nov 12, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson scrambles in the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Minneapolis.
Ravens film study: How their defense shut down star Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson
In a 27-19 win Sunday, the Ravens held Justin Jefferson to a season-low 37 yards on four catches despite a season-high 12 targets.
Nov 12, 2025
Ravens cornerback Chidobe Awuzie breaks up a pass intended for Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson during the fourth quarter.
John Harbaugh almost got emotional after a win vs. the Vikings. The Ravens know why.
The Ravens still have a ways to go. But look at how far they’ve come in just under a month’s time, from 1-5 to 4-5.
Nov 10, 2025
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - NOVEMBER 09: Head coach John Harbaugh of the Baltimore Ravens looks on during the fourth quarter in the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 09, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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.
Nov 9, 2025
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.
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