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Nick Saban supportive of Rolando McClain's decision to step away from NFL

By Aaron Wilson — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:57:00 GMT

Ravens middle linebacker is on reserve-retired list

Alabama coach Nick Saban has maintained a strong relationship with Rolando McClain ever since the middle linebacker played for the Crimson Tide as a consensus All-American and Butkus Award winner.

Ravens to have NFL's huskiest front seven in 2013?

By Matt Vensel — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:00:00 GMT

At 1,992 pounds, the projected front seven of the Baltimore defense will weigh just under a ton, which is about the same as a tiny smart car, a large walrus or the Johnny Unitas statue outside M&T Bank Stadium.

Will Pericak got biggest signing bonus among Ravens' undrafted rookies

By Aaron Wilson — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:19:00 GMT

Undrafted rookie defensive lineman Pericak received $13,500 bonus, Furstenburg, Devey got $10,000 bonuses

The Ravens haven't traditionally been big spenders when it comes to signing undrafted rookie free agents.

Former wide receiver Chad Johnson wanted by police

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:51:00 GMT

Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson is wanted by authorities in Florida for violating multiple terms of his probation, according to an NFL.com report.

Rolando McClain says he retired to focus on 'getting my personal life together'

By Aaron Wilson — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:49:00 GMT

Middle linebacker was placed on Ravens' reserve-retired list

Following his abrupt move to retire Wednesday at the age of 23, Ravens middle linebacker Rolando McClain issued a statement Thursday explaining his decision.

Mike Preston: So far, so good for Ravens with Bryant McKinnie

By Mike Preston — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:18:00 GMT

So far, all is good as far as left offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie and the Ravens.

Ray Rice to play featured role in USA's 'Characters Unite' campaign

By David Zurawik — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:17:00 GMT

Announcement expected Thursday in New York at upfront presentations

Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice will be the first player featured during the upcoming season in USA's "NFL Characters Unite" campaign, the cable channel will announce later today.

Consumed by other endeavors, Ayanbadejo not sweating potential end of playing days

By Jeff Zrebiec , The Baltimore Sun — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:00 GMT

Special teams standout was released by Ravens early last month

Cut by the Ravens in early April, linebacker and special teams standout Brendon Ayanbadejo still hasn’t ruled out playing in the NFL during the 2013 season. He works out daily and keeps himself ready in case a team calls and the situation is right.

Taking stock at Ravens' inside linebacker position minus Rolando McClain

By Aaron Wilson — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:11:00 GMT

Troubled linebacker placed on reserve-retired list

The abrupt retirement of trouble-prone inside linebacker Rolando McClain shouldn't necessarily have a major impact on the state of the Ravens at the position.

Former Ravens first-rounder Mark Clayton retiring

By Aaron Wilson — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Wide receiver was drafted in first round of 2005 NFL draft out of Oklahom

Former Ravens wide receiver Mark Clayton is retiring from the NFL.

Rolando McClain informs Ravens that he will retire

By Jeff Zrebiec , The Baltimore Sun — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:20:00 GMT

Troubled linebacker signed with team a little over month ago

Troubled inside linebacker Rolando McClain informed Ravens officials Wednesday that he will retire from the NFL, a decision he reached before participating in one practice with his new team.

Mike Preston: Ravens never should have signed Rolando McClain

By Mike Preston — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:16:00 GMT

Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome was having a great offseason as far as acquisitions and building the team, but the Ravens are embarrassed by linebacker Rolando McClain's announced retirement.

Broken tackles an issue for Ravens defense in 2012

By Matt Vensel — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:30:00 GMT

The Ravens could have as many as seven or eight new starters on defense when the 2013 season begins. You can produce a number of statistics that suggest why they may have felt compelled to overhaul their defense.

Ravens adding undrafted Kansas quarterback Dayne Crist

By Aaron Wilson — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:24:00 GMT

Ravens had previously cut Southeast Louisiana quarterback Nathan Stanley

The Ravens are adding undrafted quarterback Dayne Crist to the roster, according to a source.

Chuck Muncie dies at 60; Saints and Chargers running back

By Jim Peltz, Los Angeles Times — Wed, 15 May 2013 01:26:00 GMT

Muncie played for UC Berkeley and went on to play in the NFL from 1976 to 1984. He was suspended in 1984 for cocaine use. He devoted his later life to helping others avoid drugs.

Chuck Muncie, a star running back with the New Orleans Saints and the San Diego Chargers who overcame a cocaine habit that ended his career and then devoted his later life to helping others avoid drug abuse, has died. He was 60.

Vikings unveil plans for new stadium due in 2016

By Doug Belden — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:25:00 GMT

May 14 (MCT) - When the Vikings open their new stadium in 2016, they also will guarantee that the two years of outdoor football they're scheduled to play at TCF Bank Stadium in 2014 and 2015 will be an aberration in the team's history. But in the end, those involved in designing the stadium believe, a retractable roof in Minnesota simply wouldn't have offered enough bang for its considerable buck.

Drawn penalties a hidden impact of Ravens wide receivers Torrey Smith and Jacoby Jones

By Matt Vensel — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:52:00 GMT

The impact of Torrey Smith and Jacoby Jones was obvious every time that one of the speedy outside wide receivers ran past flat-footed defenders and under a long, arching throw from Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco.

Ravens to get their Super Bowl rings on June 7

By Aaron Wilson — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:29:00 GMT

Team has planned private ring ceremony for players, coaches

The Ravens will distribute their Super Bowl XLVII rings to players and coaches at a private ring ceremony June 7, according to a news release.

Ravens add undrafted Georgia wide receiver Marlon Brown, cut Gerrard Sheppard

By Aaron Wilson — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:35:00 GMT

Wide receiver tore his anterior cruciate ligament last season

The Ravens have added undrafted Georgia wide receiver Marlon Brown to the roster and cut former Towson wide receiver Gerrard Sheppard.

Ravens trying to get a grip on the Pistol offense?

By Matt Vensel — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:25:00 GMT

Unless you are a football junkie, you probably don’t know or don’t care that the Kansas City Chiefs hired Chris Ault, the man who invented the Pistol offense and coached Colin Kaepernick at Nevada, to a consulting gig.

Ravens linebacker Adrian Hamilton hopes to earn increased role

By Aaron Wilson — Tue, 14 May 2013 11:17:00 GMT

Outside linebacker played on special teams as a rookie

It was a quiet rookie season for Ravens outside linebacker Adrian Hamilton.

Ryan McBean visits Chiefs

By Aaron Wilson — Tue, 14 May 2013 11:09:00 GMT

Former Ravens defensive lineman spent last season on injured reserve with broken ankle

Veteran free agent defensive lineman Ryan McBean visited the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday, according to a source.

Dennis Pitta signs restricted tender, Ravens sign four undrafted rookies

By Aaron Wilson — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:35:00 GMT

TIght end signs second-round restricted tender

Ravens tight end Dennis Pitta has signed his $2.023 million second-round restricted tender.

Tavon Austin dealing with stresses of fame, pending fortune

By Aaron Wilson — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:14:00 GMT

Former Dunbar star says 'family' coming out of woodwork wanting money; slated to sign $12.6 million rookie contract

When former Dunbar star Tavon Austin signs his rookie contract with the St. Louis Rams, the Baltimore native will suddenly become a rich man.

Toni Linhart, Baltimore Colts kicker, dies at age 70

By Mike Klingaman , The Baltimore Sun — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:45:00 GMT

Pro Bowl kicker nailed field goal that beat Miami in 1975

The kick knifed through the thick fog and split the uprights at Memorial Stadium, giving the Colts a 10-7 victory in sudden-death overtime.