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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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Lamar Jackson back at practice as Ravens start prep for Steelers
Lamar Jackson is working to return for a pivotal Week 18 game with the playoffs on the line.
Updated 1h ago
Lamar Jackson is working toward returning after suffering a back contusion against the Patriots.
Ravens-Steelers: Answering the biggest questions about an epic Week 18 matchup
With a win Sunday night over the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Baltimore Ravens would claim a third consecutive AFC North title and the conference’s No. 4 playoff seed.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson looks for a target downfield in the fourth quarter against the New York Jets in November.
Derrick Henry’s epic game came with a throwback look. Will the Steelers have an answer?
“If you get this guy a head of steam, he’s a tough guy to bring down,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said of Ravens running back Derrick Henry.
Dec 30, 2025
Derrick Henry of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates after beating the Green Bay Packers 41-24 at Lambeau Field earlier this month.
NFL announces date and time for Ravens-Steelers AFC North title game
The Ravens’ regular-season finale will be their third straight prime-time game and seventh this season.
Dec 29, 2025
Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers picks up a first down on a fourth-quarter reception against the Steelers in the first meeting between the teams this season.
With big win over Packers, Ravens keep playoff hopes alive — but for how long?
With a win Sunday over the Browns, the Steelers would claim the AFC North. The Ravens are hoping for a winner-take-all rematch in Week 18.
Dec 28, 2025
Ravens tight end Mark Andrews and running back Rasheen Ali rush to congratulate wide receiver Zay Flowers after his touchdown catch Saturday night in Green Bay.
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson’s back injury is more than a bruise. Just ask Luka Doncic.
John Harbaugh on Wednesday said Ravens QB Lamar Jackson was dealing with a “deep-tissue contusion” in his back.
Dec 27, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson watches from the sidelines during the fourth quarter Sunday night against the Patriots.
Ravens vs. Packers: 5 things to watch, including QB styles and prime-time defense
As the Ravens and Green Bay prepare for their Saturday night matchup, here’s what to watch in Week 17.
Dec 26, 2025
The Packers’ Jordan Love has a 101.2 quarterback rating, just below Lamar Jackson’s 101.4. And the Green Bay offense would operate significantly differently if he cannot play on Saturday night.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson doubtful for must-win game; Packers quarterbacks questionable
The Ravens’ playoff hopes are on the line at Lambeau Field.
Dec 25, 2025
Tyler Huntley, right, will be the starter for the Ravens if Lamar Jackson cannot play Saturday.
Lamar Jackson misses Ravens practice; status for must-win Packers game is ‘undetermined’
The Ravens’ quarterback situation ahead of a must-win game against the Packers remained unsettled Wednesday, with Lamar Jackson sidelined for a second straight day.
Dec 24, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson suffered a back contusion against the Patriots and has not practiced this week.
As Ravens fight for playoff spot, a pivotal offseason approaches. Just look at their Pro Bowl picks.
Four of the Ravens’ Pro Bowl honorees are set to enter the offseason with questions hovering over their future.
Dec 24, 2025
Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers warms up prior to the team’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium.
Lamar Jackson misses practice as Ravens start prep for must-win game vs. Packers
Lamar Jackson left the Ravens’ loss Sunday to the New England Patriots late in the first half and did not return.
Dec 23, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson watches from the sidelines in the fourth quarter after being injured in the second quarter against the New England Patriots.
Ravens coach John Harbaugh addresses job security: ‘I try to do the job, not try to keep the job’
Asked about his job security for the first time this season, John Harbaugh called it a “great question” but stressed that coaching is a “day-to-day job.”
Dec 22, 2025
Ravens coach John Harbaugh watches as the New England Patriots run out the clock in the fourth quarter to defeat Baltimore 28-24 at M&T Bank Stadium.
With Lamar Jackson hurt and another lead lost, a fragile Ravens season reaches its breaking point
The Ravens lost so much in Sunday’s 28-24 loss to the New England Patriots that the most important casualty might actually be hope.
Updated Dec 22, 2025
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers walks off the field following Sunday’s game against the New England Patriots.
Ravens’ Kyle Hamilton, Ronnie Stanley active vs. Patriots; playoff picture comes into focus
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton will play in Sunday’s crucial game against the New England Patriots despite an ankle injury that limited him in practice Friday.
Updated Dec 22, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (5) rushes forward, guarded by offensive lineman Ronnie Stanley (79), for a gain in the fourth quarter of a game against the Chicago Bears at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025.
PFF grades get a spotlight on ‘Sunday Night Football.’ The Ravens wish they wouldn’t.
Are PFF’s rankings accurate? Ravens players and coaches have their issues. But they are undoubtedly unavoidable.
Dec 21, 2025
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton receives good grades from Pro Football Focus, but he doesn’t put stock in them. “I think more analytical stuff is probably a good thing, but probably pluses and minuses on plays is probably not as reliable,” he said.
After late injury, Ravens’ Kyle Hamilton is questionable vs. Patriots; Chidobe Awuzie is doubtful
Kyle Hamilton, one of the team’s most important and versatile players, was seen limping around the locker room after practice Friday.
Dec 19, 2025
CINCINNATI, OHIO - DECEMBER 14: Kyle Hamilton #14 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates after teammate Kyle van Noy #53 scores a touchdown off of an interception during the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on December 14, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Ravens vs. Patriots: 5 things to watch, including Derrick Henry, Drake Maye and slow starts
As the Ravens and New England prepare for their “Sunday Night Football” matchup, here’s what to watch in Week 16.
Updated Dec 19, 2025
Ravens running back Derrick Henry high fives fans after the team's 24-0 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium.
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, 3 other starters return to practice ahead of Patriots game
Lamar Jackson was sidelined Wednesday by an illness, but the Ravens will need him healthy for “Sunday Night Football.”
Updated Dec 18, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Zay Flowers during the first half of the game against Cincinnati.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson misses practice with illness; Ronnie Stanley and Roquan Smith also absent
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson has now been sidelined for at least one day of practice in six straight weeks.
Updated Dec 18, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson throws under pressure during the third quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Ravens film study: A surprising pass rush trio stifled Joe Burrow. Is Drake Maye next?
On his 18 drop-backs against the group, Burrow went 7-for-15 for 54 yards, scrambled twice for 5 yards, took one sack and threw two interceptions, the last of which outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy handed off to safety Alohi Gilman for an 84-yard touchdown.
Dec 17, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, right, is sacked by Baltimore Ravens linebacker Tavius Robinson (95) during the first half.
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