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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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If there is a spot available on the Ravens’ offensive line, Corey Bullock appears to be the favorite for it.
How injuries, uncertainty and undrafted players could shape the Ravens’ projected roster
With roster deadlines looming, here’s what to watch in the Ravens' preseason game Saturday vs. the Cowboys.
Less than 1% of Lamar Jackson’s pass attempts in 2024 resulted in interceptions.
Lamar Jackson is throwing more picks at Ravens training camp. That might not be a bad thing.
Last season, Jackson finished with just four interceptions, his fewest as a full-time starter.
Taylor Swift leaves the field following the Kansas City Chiefs's victory in the AFC championship game against the Baltimore Ravens in 2024.
Baltimore provided Taylor Swift’s ‘Welcome to the NFL’ moment
The pop superstar followed Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce to M&T Bank Stadium during the 2023 NFL playoffs.
Wide receiver Rashod Bateman, pictured last month, caught seven passes from Lamar Jackson on Wednesday during 11-on-11 drills.
Ravens training camp highlights: Lamar Jackson finds Rashod Bateman early and often
Here’s a look at the highlights from the Ravens’ padded practice Wednesday.
Ravens coach John Harbaugh watches the defensive line run through drills on July 31.
The Ravens have their own grading system — and it’s ‘a lot more detailed’ than Pro Football Focus
John Harbaugh expects “perfection,” punter Jordan Stout said, and the grades reflect the search for those standards.
Guard Daniel Faalele (77) waits for instructions during the Ravens’ organized team activities on June 10.
Ravens coordinator Todd Monken defends guard Daniel Faalele after sack: ‘It was one play’
"In today’s day and age, shock value — whatever’s seen for one shot on the internet — doesn’t make a man," Monken said.
Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) walks back to the locker room following the team’s training camp practice on July 13.
Ravens training camp highlights: Late fireworks as Lamar Jackson hits DeAndre Hopkins for deep TD
Jackson had a relatively accurate, if quiet, day until late in practice.
Quarterback Lamar Jackson has had a quiet training camp and showed inconsistency Sunday.
Ravens training camp highlights: Red-zone offense makes its comeback
The defense has had its fair share of wins during training. But on Sunday the offense, carried by its red-zone performance, evened out the win shares.
The Ravens began training camp in July in Owings Mills, and it features a handful of key positional competitions.
Ravens training camp battle tracker: Jaire Alexander misses practice, expected to return soon
As camp unfolds, The Baltimore Banner will keep track of each prominent positional battle. Here’s where things stand.
Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025 — Baltimore Ravens cornerback Bilhal Kone is carted off the field after suffering a knee injury in the Ravens’ first preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday night at M&T Bank Stadium.
Ravens place rookie CBs Bilhal Kone, Robert Longerbeam on season-ending injured reserve
The moves this weekend end both their seasons.
Keaton Mitchell (34) celebrates a touchdown by teammate LaJohntay Wester against the Indianapolis Colts.
Ravens training camp highlights: Offense, defense make big plays in return to practice
Here’s a look at the highlights from the Ravens’ padded practice Saturday, the team’s first session since its preseason win Thursday.
Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell dives for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday night.
Ravens stock report: Keaton Mitchell flashes but QBs struggle in preseason win vs. Colts
Cooper Rush and Devin Leary went a combined 5-for-19 passing.
Rookie wide receiver LaJohntay Wester could be the punt returner the Ravens have been looking for.
As Ravens kick off preseason vs. Colts, these questions will help shape their roster
After nearly seven months without a Ravens game, preseason football will have to suffice.
Ravens tight end Scotty Washington runs through drills on Tuesday.
Ravens camp highlights: The ups and downs (and fights) from a joint practice with Indianapolis
Malaki Starks made plays, but too many key players had off days for the Ravens.
Place kicker Tyler Loop (33) kicks a field goal during the team’s stadium practice Sunday.
Ravens training camp highlights: How technology is helping kicker Tyler Loop find his groove
Here’s a look at the highlights from the Ravens’ training camp practice Monday in Owings Mills.
Baltimore Ravens place kicker Tyler Loop (33) walks the sidelines during the team’s training camp at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md. on Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Ravens training camp highlights: Tyler Loop, Keaton Mitchell stand out at stadium practice
Here’s a look at the highlights from the Ravens’ practice Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium before an announced 26,052.
Ravens coach John Harbaugh watches the defensive line run drills Thursday.
Ravens training camp highlights: Lamar Jackson bounces back, and presnap penalties come back
Here’s a look at the highlights from the Ravens’ training camp practice Friday in Owings Mills.
Cornerback Chidobe Awuzie had an impressive day Wednesday as the Ravens passing game was stymied.
Ravens training camp highlights: Lamar Jackson and depleted passing attack struggle
Here’s a look at the highlights from the Ravens’ third padded practice of training camp in Owings Mills.
Tight end Isaiah Likely is entering the final year of his rookie contract.
Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely out 6-8 weeks with broken foot
Likely was seen grabbing his left leg near his ankle. He punched the ground in frustration.
Wide receiver Devontez Walker, right, couldn’t separate against reserve defensive backs in training camp last season. Now he is winning against Nate Wiggins and Jaire Alexander.
Ravens stock report: Devontez Walker, cornerbacks on the rise after first week of training camp
Here’s a look at which Ravens are trending up and down after six practices in Owings Mills.
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