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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.

Latest content by Jonas Shaffer

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson received 30 first-place votes in the Associated Press All-Pro selections, 12 more than Josh Allen of the Bills.
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson named first-team All-Pro, moves closer to third NFL MVP
Jackson became the first quarterback in NFL history with at least 4,000 passing yards and 800 rushing yards in a single season.
Updated Jan 10, 2025
Offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley could run out of the tunnel onto the field Saturday night for the last time as a Raven.
Ravens vs. Steelers: 5 things to watch, including Derrick Henry, slow starts and the pass rush
The Ravens are 9.5-point favorites over Pittsburgh, according to DraftKings, but Saturday's game won't be easy.
Jan 10, 2025
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) celebrates with Baltimore Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard (42) during a game against the Denver Broncos.
Stiff arms, lip syncs and big runs: How Derrick Henry and Patrick Ricard became a ‘dangerous’ duo
With Ricard on the field, Henry rushed for 1,324 yards and 15 scores this season. "He deserves all of the recognition,” Henry said.
Jan 10, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) leaves the field after the Ravens defeat the Los Angeles Chargers 30-23 in an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif.
Why Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ offense are built differently entering this postseason
As the Ravens prepare for Saturday's playoff game vs. the Steelers, Jackson’s career 2-4 postseason record matters, but only so much.
Jan 8, 2025
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) walks off the field after he and the team lost their home opener against the Las Vegas Raiders at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Sunday, September 15, 2024.
Injured WR Zay Flowers misses practice as Ravens start prep for Steelers
Flowers led the Ravens in receiving this regular season and had nine catches for 156 yards in the playoffs last year.
Updated Jan 7, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) hugs running back Derrick Henry (22) after he rushed for a touchdown against the Cleveland Browns.
Ravens reset: Analyzing playoff paths, postseason pressure and the X-factor that changes everything
Where do the Ravens stand ahead of their playoff game vs. Pittsburgh? How about their AFC playoff picture? Let’s break it down.
Jan 7, 2025
Charissa Thompson, Tony Gonzalez, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Andrew Whitworth and Richard Sherman on the set of “Thursday Night Football” on Amazon Prime’s pregame show prior to the game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Chicago Bears.
Don’t have Prime Video? You can still watch Ravens-Steelers game in the Baltimore area.
Fans in the Baltimore area can also watch the game on WMAR-TV (Channel 2), a Ravens spokeswoman confirmed Monday.
Jan 6, 2025
Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson is averaging 0.95 expected points added per attempt on throws at least 20 yards downfield, according to TruMedia, the NFL’s second-best mark among regular starters.
After late-season turnaround, Ravens will host Steelers in playoff opener Saturday night
The Ravens’ biggest game of the season just got a little bigger.
Updated Jan 6, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) greets other players in the field after winning a game against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md. on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
The Ravens will soar into the playoffs with a historic offense. Can they fly high without Zay Flowers?
“It’s something that he has a chance to be OK with,” said John Harbaugh, who didn’t offer a timeline for Flowers’ potential return.
Jan 5, 2025
Ravens coach John Harbaugh, left, talks with Chiefs coach Andy Reid before last season’s AFC championship game in Baltimore. The teams will meet again next season in Kansas City.
Ravens’ 2025 schedule features games against top teams in AFC and NFC
The Ravens will face at least eight playoff teams next season, highlighted by a daunting road schedule.
Jan 5, 2025
Baltimore Ravens tight end Charlie Kolar (88) warms up before the Ravens host the Buffalo Bills in Sunday night’s game.
Ravens TE Charlie Kolar set to play, but CB Jalyn Armour-Davis returns to injured reserve
The Ravens also elevated practice squad wide receiver Anthony Miller and defensive lineman Chris Wormley for Saturday’s game.
Jan 3, 2025
The Browns held Derrick Henry to 73 rushing yards earlier this season, leading Grant Delpit (9) to trash talk on social media. Henry noticed the comments and may be looking for revenge this weekend.
Ravens vs. Browns: 5 things to watch, including the AFC playoff picture, Derrick Henry and cold weather
The Ravens need either a win or a loss by the Steelers on Saturday to repeat as AFC North champions. Then the playoffs await.
Jan 3, 2025
Ravens running back Justice Hill will miss the final game of the regular season but appears to be on track to return for the playoffs.
Ravens rule out RB Justice Hill vs. depleted Browns, but are now 20-point favorites
The Ravens have never been bigger favorites in a game in franchise history.
Jan 2, 2025
Lamar Jackson could set the NFL record for highest passer rating in a single season.
Now or never: Lamar Jackson, Ravens have one game left to break more records
Jackson enters Week 18 with a 121.6 passer rating, less than a point behind Aaron Rodgers’ all-time mark (122.5).
Jan 2, 2025
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) greets Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) after Baltimore beat Buffalo 35-10.
The statistical argument for Lamar Jackson — not Josh Allen — being the NFL MVP favorite
With a week left in the regular season, Allen’s the slight betting favorite. As for who should win MVP honors? Well ...
Jan 1, 2025

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