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Ravens | A. Phillips signed
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:02:16 -0700

Mike Duffy, of BaltimoreRavens.com, reports the Baltimore Ravens have signed free-agent CB Anwar Phillips (Saints). Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Ravens | Heap reports Tuesday
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:39:33 -0700

Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens TE Todd Heap reported to the team's training camp Tuesday, July 22, but did not practice.

Ravens | Cousins involved in several arguments
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:37:21 -0700

Mike Preston, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens OL Oniel Cousins has already been involved in several shoving incidents during the team's training camp.

Ravens | Reitz a long shot to make squad
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:31:24 -0700

Mike Preston, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens TE Joe Reitz is a long shot to make the team this year.

Ravens | Patrick agrees to terms
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:50:33 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Baltimore Ravens agreed to terms with RB Allen Patrick on a three-year deal Monday, July 21. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Ravens | Harper agrees to terms
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:50:05 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Baltimore Ravens agreed to terms with WR Justin Harper on a three-year deal Monday, July 21. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Ravens | Hale agrees to terms
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:49:21 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Baltimore Ravens agreed to terms with OT David Hale on a three-year deal Monday, July 21. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Ravens | Gooden agrees to terms
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:48:47 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Baltimore Ravens agreed to terms with LB Tavares Gooden on a three-year deal Monday, July 21. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Ravens | Rice agrees to terms
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:36:03 -0700

The Associated Press reports the Baltimore Ravens agreed to terms with RB Ray Rice on a four-year deal Monday, July 21. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Ravens | Boller perfect in red-zone drill
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:35:37 -0700

Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens QB Kyle Boller went 4-for-4 passing during the team's red-zone drills Tuesday, July 22. All four of Boller's completions were short passes.

Ravens | T. Smith struggles Tuesday
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:30:57 -0700

Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens QB Troy Smith was 1-for-5 passing with three interceptions during the team's red-zone drills Tuesday, July 22. Smith also fumbled one of the snaps.

Ravens | Roach released
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:30:29 -0700

Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens released QB Brad Roach Tuesday, July 22.

Ravens | A. Walker signs
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:29:53 -0700

Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens signed free-agent TE Aaron Walker (Rams) Tuesday, July 22. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Ravens | Rolle to miss start of camp
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:42:53 -0700

James Walker, of ESPN.com, reports Baltimore Ravens CB Samari Rolle will miss the start of team's training camp due to the death of his father, Harry. The funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, July 26, and head coach John Harbaugh provided Samari an excused absence to go beyond the team's July 23 deadline for veterans to report to camp.

Ravens | Harbaugh doesn't want yearly quarterback competition
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:16:29 -0700

Aaron Wilson, of the Carroll County Times, reports Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh is hoping this year's quarterback competition in training camp will be the last one staged for many years to come, particularly with the potential of QB Joe Flacco. "It will probably be the last time we're ever in this situation here, I would hope, for a long time to come," Harbaugh said. "It's a very unique situation. It's competition in its truest form."

Ravens | Team could be patient with Flacco
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:14:17 -0700

Aaron Wilson, of the Carroll County Times, reports the Baltimore Ravens won't rush the development of QB Joe Flacco. However, he could earn the team's starting quarterback job if he proves to be the best player in camp. "I think that's factored into the equation, the fact that he's a rookie and hasn't played an NFL game before and his long-term development," head coach John Harbaugh said. "That probably weighs against him. But, if all those things being considered, if he's the best guy and gives us the best chance to win, he'll be the guy."

Ravens | Boller could take first snaps with offense
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:58:01 -0700

Jamison Hensley, of the Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens QB Kyle Boller could take the first snaps with the first-team offense in training camp because he has seniority. "We've said this from Day One: Our plan is to go with the best quarterback at that time," Harbaugh said of the team's quarterback competition. "Our goal is for those guys to make that decision based on the way they play."

Ravens | Suggs' arrival at camp uncertain
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:47:26 -0700

Edward Lee, of the Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens are not optimistic that DL Terrell Suggs will report to training camp on time. "We're going to find out," head coach John Harbaugh said when asked about Suggs. "His situation is a little bit unique, and he's got to do what's best for him."

Ravens | Flacco confident he can earn starting job
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 07:53:51 -0700

James Walker, of ESPN.com, reports Baltimore Ravens QB Joe Flacco said he is confident he can earn the team's starting quarterback job in training camp. "I'm going to go out there and act like I am (the starter), just like everybody else should do," Flacco said. "I want to go out there and play the way I've always played football and expect myself to play. I want to go out there and prove to everybody - prove to the coaches most importantly - and myself and my teammates that I can play."

Ravens | D. Williams wears brace
Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:53:13 -0700

Edward Lee, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens WR Demetrius Williams (leg) wore a brace due to a leg injury and will likely be held out of practice for a couple days. Head coach John Harbaugh declined to comment on whether Williams would start camp on the physically unable to perform list.

Ravens | Team signs Nakamura
Mon, 21 Jul 2008 08:07:20 -0700

Mark Curnutte, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports the Baltimore Ravens have signed sixth-round draft pick SS Haruki Nakamura to a three-year contract, according to agent David Lee. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Ravens | Mi. Smith waived
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:43:47 -0700

The Baltimore Ravens announced Friday, July 18, that they waived LB Mike L. Smith (shoulder) after reaching an injury settlement with him.

Ravens | Sypniewski placed on IR
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:36:57 -0700

The Baltimore Ravens announced Friday, July 18, that they have placed TE Quinn Sypniewski (knee) on Injured Reserve.

Ravens | Kuhn placed on IR
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:35:14 -0700

The Baltimore Ravens announced Friday, July 18, that they have placed TE Scott Kuhn (knee) on Injured Reserve.

Ravens | Team signs M. Smith
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:15:57 -0700

The Baltimore Ravens announced Friday, July 18, that they have signed fourth-round draft pick WR Marcus Smith to a three-year contract. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Ravens | Team announces training camp date
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 08:03:00 -0700

The Baltimore Ravens announced Friday, July 18, that they will hold their first two training camp practices Tuesday, July 22.

Ravens | Team still has plenty of draft picks to sign
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:44:15 -0700

Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens still have eight draft picks to sign before the team reports to training camp Monday, July 21.

Ravens | Flacco agrees to five-year deal
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 19:39:38 -0700

Adam Caplan, of Scout.com, reports Baltimore Ravens QB Joe Flacco has agreed to a five-year deal with a maximum of close to $30 million with $8.75 million guaranteed.

Ravens | Ayanbadejo unlikely to play much on defense
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:38:50 -0700

Mike Duffy, of BaltimoreRavens.com, reports Baltimore Ravens Brendon Ayanbadejo will likely contribute heavily on special teams but is unlikely to play much on defense.

Ravens | Stills may not make roster
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:36:33 -0700

Mike Duffy, of BaltimoreRavens.com, reports Baltimore Ravens LB Gary Stills is a solid contributor on special teams but may not make the roster if he doesn't show he can contribute more on defense.

Ravens | Cody trying to prove worth
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:34:57 -0700

Mike Duffy, of BaltimoreRavens.com, reports Baltimore Ravens LB Dan Cody (foot) is trying to prove his worth at linebacker during training camp after suffering through injury plagued seasons since 2005. He has displayed burst when rushing the passer and has taken advantage of his speed against bigger offensive linemen.

Ravens | Team thinks Jones can make impact
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:33:12 -0700

Mike Duffy, of BaltimoreRavens.com, reports the Baltimore Ravens think LB Edgar Jones is a talented backup and can make an impact in the future. Jones may be used at tight end depending on the health of TE Daniel Wilcox (toe). He may also start the season on the practice squad.

Ravens | Team thinks Burgess can make impact
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:32:36 -0700

Mike Duffy, of BaltimoreRavens.com, reports the Baltimore Ravens think LB Prescott Burgess is a talented backup and can make an impact in the future. Burgess may start the season on the practice squad due to depth at his position.

Ravens | Team thinks Barnes can make impact
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:32:16 -0700

Mike Duffy, of BaltimoreRavens.com, reports the Baltimore Ravens think LB Antwan Barnes is a talented backup and can make an impact in the future. Barnes should earn playing time on third downs and could see increased time if he improves his coverage abilities.

Ravens | Team to meet with Flacco's agent
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:34:23 -0700

Updating a previous report, Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens are scheduled to meet with QB Joe Flacco's agent Tuesday, July 15, and Wednesday, July 16, in an attempt to reach a deal before the team's training camp begins Tuesday, July 22.

Ravens | Team will try to keep Suggs after season
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:16:26 -0700

Jamison Hensley, of the Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens will try to sign DL Terrell Suggs to a new contract after the season. General manager Ozzie Newsome said there is "no question" that the team would look to strike a new deal at the end of the season. Suggs could become a free agent in March if the team doesn't sign him or declines to use the franchise tag again.

Ravens | Suggs does not reach agreement
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:36:12 -0700

The NFL Network reports the Baltimore Ravens and DL Terrell Suggs did not reach an agreement before the franchise player deadline Tuesday, July 15.

Ravens | Team unlikely interested in Favre
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:13:26 -0700

Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens are unlikely to show any interest in acquiring retired Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre, according to a team source. The team is set to hold an open competition among QB Troy Smith, QB Kyle Boller and QB Joe Flacco in training camp. Salary cap space is said to be an obstacle in acquiring Favre. The Ravens need to sign most of their draft picks, and they are working on a new contract for DL Terrell Suggs.

Ravens | Flacco confident deal will be done before training camp
Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:15:39 -0700

Updating previous reports, Aaron Wilson, of the Carroll County Times, reports the Baltimore Ravens are expected to meet again with the agent for rookie QB Joe Flacco in the coming week. Flacco, who is expected to compete for the No. 1 job, has expressed confidence the proposed five-year deal will be done soon. The two sides have already met four times previously.

Ravens | Team could be in market for Favre
Fri, 11 Jul 2008 10:45:36 -0700

Peter Schmuck, of The Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens have been mentioned by some national publications as a potential alternative for retired QB Brett Favre if the Green Bay Packers tell him to stay retired.

Ravens | Team signs Cousins
Fri, 11 Jul 2008 07:00:14 -0700

Adam Caplan, reporting for Scout.com, reports the Baltimore Ravens have signed third-round draft pick OL Oniel Cousins to a three-year contract with base salaries of $295,000 this season, $385,000 in 2009 and $470,000 in 2010, along with a signing bonus of roughly $443,500.

Ravens | Team to continue contract negotiations with Flacco
Tue, 8 Jul 2008 19:47:06 -0700

James Walker, of ESPN.com, reports the Baltimore Ravens are expected to meet with representatives for first-round draft choice QB Joe Flacco next week to continue to negotiate a contract.

Ravens | PETA unhappy about team's plans to use live birds
Wed, 2 Jul 2008 10:08:16 -0700

Matthew J. Darnell, of Yahoo! Sports, reports People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is unhappy about the Baltimore Ravens plan to have live birds flying around at their home games. PETA issued a statement saying that the bright lights, screaming fans and loud noises such as air horns, music and sound systems could be terrifying for the birds. PETA also stated that the plan to have the Ravens fly around would be frightening, disorienting and dangerous to the birds.

Ravens | Lewis close to agreeing on contract
Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:12:58 -0700

Mike Preston, of The Baltimore Sun, reporting for The Sporting News, reports Baltimore Ravens LB Ray Lewis and the team are close to agreeing on a new contract that would allow him to play two more seasons and finish his career with the Ravens.

Ravens | Nakamura impressing team
Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:12:26 -0700

Mike Preston, of The Baltimore Sun, reporting for The Sporting News, reports Baltimore Ravens SS Haruki Nakamura impressed the team during offseason workouts. Nakamura showed off his agility and ability to change directions well. Ravens coaches compared him to Houston Texans FS Will Demps.