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Open discussion thread: U.S. makes World Cup debut vs. Paraguay
Any soccer fans out there? Lamar Jackson said he was going to “look into” the World Cup, so we figured we’d give Ravens fans a place to talk about the U.S. Men’s National Team’s debut against Paraguay! “I really haven’t followed soccer this season, but I’m going to try,” Jackson said on Wednesday, adding that […]
Recapping the Ravens’ 2026 mandatory minicamp
The Baltimore Ravens wrapped up their two-day mandatory minicamp on Wednesday with a six-week break until training camp kicks off at the end of July. Let’s get into the top storylines! Center competition takes shape Losing Tyler Linderbaum in free agency left a gaping hole in the middle of the Ravens’ offensive line. Head coach […]
Ravens rookie scouting report: G Evan Beertsen can develop in Baltimore
Yuri’s (@Yuri_Ravens) final scouting report for the Ravens’ 2026 draft class is here. After going through the team’s first 10(!) picks, he’s finally reached seventh-round (No. 253 overall) offensive lineman Evan Beerntsen. Links to the rest of the draft class are below, followed by Beerntsen’s report! Short/Long-Term Projection The Ravens entered the offseason needing improvement at […]
2026 AFC North Positional Rankings: Tight End
During this year’s free agency cycle and 2026 NFL draft, all four AFC North teams made significant moves to add talent to their rosters. While more additions are still possible over the next few months, everyone’s core players are mostly set ahead of the 2026 season. How do the different positional groups in the division […]
Ravens Reacts Survey: who has the most to prove in 2026?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Ravens fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Ravens are entering a pivotal season. Owner Steve Bisciotti made it clear earlier this year […]
2026 AFC North Positional Rankings: Wide Receiver
During this year’s free agency cycle and 2026 NFL draft, all four AFC North teams made significant moves to add talent to their rosters. While more additions are still possible over the next few months, everyone’s core players are mostly set ahead of the 2026 season. How do the different positional groups in the division […]
2026 AFC North Positional Rankings: Running Back
During this year’s free agency cycle and 2026 NFL draft, all four AFC North teams made significant moves to add talent to their rosters. While more additions are still possible over the next few months, everyone’s core players are mostly set ahead of the 2026 season. How do the different positional groups in the division […]
2026 AFC North Positional Rankings: Quarterback
During this year’s free agency cycle and 2026 NFL draft, all four AFC North teams made significant moves to add talent to their rosters. While more additions are still possible over the next few months, everyone’s core players are mostly set ahead of the 2026 season. How do the different positional groups in the division […]
Ravens rookie scouting report: restocking the trenches with Rayshaun Benny
One month ago, Yuri (@Yuri_Ravens) published his first scouting report for the Ravens’ 2026 draft class. Now, he’s at his 10th player with seventh-round pick (No. 250 overall) and Michigan defensive tackle Rayshaun Benny. Here are his first nine reports followed by his analysis of Benny: Short/Long-Term Projection With uncertainty surrounding Nnamdi Madubuike and Broderick Washington, […]
Ravens rookie scouting report: Ryan Eckley punts with power and swagger
Oh, did you think we were skipping the punter? Think again! Yuri (@Yuri_Ravens) is back with his scouting report of the Ravens sixth-round pick (No. 211 overall) out of Michigan State, Ryan Eckley. Below are his write-ups on Baltimore’s first eight picks: Short/Long-Term Projection The Ravens entered the offseason needing to find a replacement for Jordan […]
Mike Green, Zion Young lead strong defensive effort at Ravens’ last OTAs
The Baltimore Ravens are in their third and final week of Organized Team Activities (OTAs) with mandatory minicamp set to kick off next week. Let’s dive into the highlights from Tuesday’s practice! Young, Green flash pass-rushing chops The Ravens wisely added veteran pass rushers in Trey Hendrickson and Calais Campbell this offseason, significantly raising the […]
Which Ravens’ rookies are in the best mentoring spots?
For rookies, having veteran mentors to lean on for guidance and assistance in their first year is crucial to their early development. The Baltimore Ravens have developed a reputation for drafting well and putting young players in positions to succeed, which can in part be attributable to often having great mentors throughout the roster. Looking […]
Ravens rookie scouting report: RB Adam Randall offers rare size, pass-catching chops
Yuri (@Yuri_Ravens) is almost through the Ravens’ entire draft class! Below are links to his first seven reports, followed by his analysis of fifth-round pick (No. 174 overall) Adam Randall. How can the former Clemson Tiger contribute in Baltimore? Short/Long-Term Projection The Ravens entered the offseason needing additional speed and versatility in the backfield after the […]
Ravens’ youngsters tested by veteran teammates at second week of OTAs
The Ravens are in their second week of Organized Team Activities. Here’s a recap of yesterday’s practice! Elite veterans test Ravens’ rookies Iron sharpens iron has been a common mantra in Baltimore for years, but during spring practices, it’s closer to iron forms young, moldable balls of clay. Head coach Jesse Minter talked about the […]
Ravens rookie scouting report: is Josh Cuevas the right double-dip TE?
Yuri (@Yuri_Ravens) is back with another Ravens rookie scouting report for fifth-round pick (No. 173 overall) out of Alabama, Josh Cuevas. When Baltimore has double-dipped on tight ends in the past, their second one has emerged as the better player. Will that be the case once again with Cuevas? Short/Long-Term Projection With the departure of Isaiah […]
Early preview of the Ravens’ most competitive positional battles
The Baltimore Ravens made plenty of notable additions to their roster through free agency and the draft this offseason. While the potential still exists for them to make more signings this summer, their full crop of players is largely set as OTAs continue and training camp is on the horizon. As usual, there will be […]
Submit your questions for the return of Baltimore Beatdown’s mailbag!
Welcome back to Baltimore Beatdown’s mailbag! It’s been a busy offseason for the Ravens, with a brand-new coaching staff, significant additions on both sides of the ball, and sky-high expectations for the 2026 season. The team is starting to take shape, both in terms of the depth chart and the schemes brought in by head […]
Loose Feathers: John Simpson on Ravens reunion, Broderick Washington returns
Welcome back to Loose Feathers! It was another light news week in Baltimore, but let’s catch up on some minor notes about the Ravens! John Simpson calls Ravens reunion ‘no-brainer’ Simpson hit free agency this offseason after two very different years with the Jets. In 2024, he earned a 77.3 grade from Pro Football Focus […]
Ravens rookie scouting report: CB Chandler Rivers is a physical playmaker
Yuri (@Yuri_Ravens) is back with another Ravens rookie scouting report. We are well into Day 3 with Duke cornerback and fifth-round pick Chandler Rivers, the No. 97 prospect on Baltimore Beatdown’s big board. Short/Long-Term Projection The Ravens’ cornerback room is currently well-stocked, led by 2024 first-round selection Nate Wiggins and longtime veteran Marlon Humphrey, with dependable […]
Ravens sign 2nd-round pick Zion Young to rookie contract
Ravens second-round pick (No. 45 overall) Zion Young has officially signed his rookie contract, per a team announcement, completing Baltimore’s 2026 draft class. The team wrapped up their other 10 pick signings relatively quickly with a total cost of just under $16 million against the 2026 salary cap. Rookie contracts are typically a formality, but […]
Ravens pass-catchers shine at OTAs regardless of Lamar Jackson’s absence
No suspense here, folks. Lamar Jackson was not at the Ravens’ OTAs on Tuesday, giving Tyler Huntley, Skylar Thompson, and undrafted rookie Diego Pavia more opportunities in full-team reps. None particularly stood out, though Huntley, as usual, was all smiles, all day, especially when he faked out the entire defense on a QB keeper and […]
Ravens rookie scouting report: Matthew Hibner profiles as a long-term TE1
Welcome back to another Ravens rookie scouting report. Yuri (@Yuri_Ravens) already covered the first three picks, with fourth-round (No. 133 overall) tight end Matthew Hibner up next! Short/Long-Term Projection With the departures of Charlie Kolar and Isaiah Likely, along with the loss of key blocking presence Pat Ricard this offseason, the Ravens entered the year […]
Ravens rookie scouting report: Elijah Sarratt is a do-it-all weapon
It’s time for another Ravens rookie scouting report from Yuri (@Yuri_Ravens)! Here are his profiles of Baltimore’s first three draft picks, with a fourth on Indiana wide receiver Elijah Sarratt below! Short/Long-Term Projection With the departure of Tylan Wallace this offseason, the Baltimore Ravens needed to add a Z receiver with the ability to contribute […]
Loose Feathers: Campbell contract, IPP designation, UDFA update
Even during the offseason, there’s a lot going in the NFL, and it’s hard to cover every single thing. So, we’ve started this weekly round-up, entitled Loose Feathers, recapping all of the minor Ravens news of the last week. For our debut, we will go back to last week to catch up on a few […]
Ravens rookie scouting report: Ja’Kobi Lane is built to score touchdowns
Welcome back to Baltimore Beatdown’s Ravens rookie scouting reports! With first-rounder Vega Ioane and second-rounder Zion Young already covered, Yuri (@Yuri_Ravens) moves on to Ja’Kobi Lane, the Ravens’ third-round wide receiver out of USC: Short/Long-Term Projection With the departures of DeAndre Hopkins and Isaiah Likely, the Ravens needed a contested-catch target, and Ja’Kobi Lane fills […]
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