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Lamar Jackson gets a harsh reality check in Baltimore as criticism mounts amid growing struggles

Lamar Jackson is facing a blunt reality check ahead of the 2026 NFL season, with ESPN’s Louis Riddick warning that the Baltimore Ravens quarterback will receive little sympathy if the team’s struggles continue.

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Ravens Rookie Head Coach Jesse Minter Likely To Skew Conservative On 4th Down

The Ravens went from a new-school, aggressive program on fourth-down to one stuck in the past under John Harbaugh. A decade ago, he was a bit of a rebel

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / August 13

The Ravens Must Consider These 4 Back-Up QB Upgrades

Consider me highly skeptical of the Ravens quarterback room outside of Lamar Jackson. Of course, losing Jackson is going to mar any season – we just saw

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / August 13

Snoop Huntley Is Cemented As Ravens QB2. That Could Be Quite Problematic

The Ravens have a back-up quarterback problem. I’m less than convinced that Snoop Huntley is the solution. And now more than ever, he’s the unquestioned back-up to two-time MVP Lamar Jackson.

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.

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How many of the 2008 Week 1 NFL starting quarterbacks can you name in five minutes?

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Pernell McPhee News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 13

Ravens Announce LB Pernell McPhee’s Official Retirement

The Baltimore Ravens announced LB Pernell McPhee has officially retired as a member of the franchise. McPhee played seven years of his 11 years with Baltimore, including his first four years after being a fifth-round pick and his final three seasons.

Ranking the offensive play-caller for each NFL team

Offense is the name of the game in the modern NFL, and offensive play callers have never been more creative. Here's a look at the top NFL play-callers from 1-32 early in the 2022 season.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13

Giants' Harbaugh hits back at 'way overblown' narrative

Giants HC John Harbaugh hits back at 'way overblown' narrative after Zay Flowers comments

Flowers raised eyebrows and generated headlines when he said that the contact practices run by Harbaugh were why the Ravens "had a lot of injuries" from 2023 through the 2025 season.

Odell Beckham Jr. set to play first game since 2024

Giants told to part ways with Jaxson Dart target before new season

Giants OC Matt Nagy sends clear message to Jaxson Dart after ugly practice

The '2024-25 Pro Bowl starters' quiz

NFL Week 9: Picks and preview

Can Seattle keep it going? Will there be any further separation in the middle of the pack? And will things get even worse for struggling traditional powers like Green Bay? Let’s get to the games.

T.J. Tampa News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / August 13

Ravens Cornerback T.J. Tampa Is Ready To Step Up for Baltimore Whenever Called Upon

Before the Baltimore Ravens' cornerback depth got tested after Nate Wiggins and Marlon Humphrey, their top two players at the position, left practice early on back-to-back days, third-year pro T.J.

Lamar Jackson News / EssentiallySports / August 13

'No Grace Period in Baltimore': Lamar Jackson Receives Reality Check Over Constant Criticism Amidst Growing Struggles

Four Pro Bowl nods and two MVP awards are no longer enough to safeguard Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson. Now entering his 9th NFL season, he has three playoff runs under his belt, but that Lombardi Trophy has remained elusive as ever, and Jackson enters 2026 with a target on his back.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13

Trade destinations set to watch Colts' Anthony Richardson closely in preseason start

With Anthony Richardson slated to start the Indianapolis Colts' first preseason game on Thursday night, there will be several teams keeping a close eye on the former high draft pick.

Colts QB Anthony Richardson Sr. to start, play first half at Patriots

Baker Mayfield addresses 'business side of football' amid contract standoff

Three NFL teams that will regret their biggest offseason decision

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Andrew Vorhees News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 13

Ravens Restructuring OL Andrew Vorhees For $1.974M In Cap Space

Per Spotrac, the Ravens are restructuring OL Andrew Vorhees‘ contract for $1.974 million in 2026 cap space. Spotrac adds Vorhees is signing a one-year, $1.7 million fully guaranteed deal.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / August 13

The More Declan Doyle Talks About His Influences The More We Learn About Ravens New Offense

The more Declan Doyle talks about the offense he is concocting for the first time and his goals and objectives and influences, the clearer it becomes how much it will change from years past in Baltimore.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Baltimore Ravens News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12

Why the pressure is on for Declan Doyle to unlock Baltimore Ravens offense

As the 2026 NFL season nears for the Baltimore Ravens, Louis Riddick believes the pressure is on for new Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle. Doyle was brought on to spearhead the Baltimore offensive attack by Jesse Minter and is one of the youngest offensive play-callers in the league at 30.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / August 12

Ravens Rookie Coordinator Declan Doyle Putting No Limits On Derrick Henry's Role

Derrick Henry, unicorn that he is, has never carried the ball 300 times or more three straight years in his career as he heads into his age 32 season. Rookie offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, 30, who has never called a play before in his life, is not shying away from dialing it up roughly that much for him in 2026.

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Baltimore Ravens News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12

Ravens’ Lamar Jackson drops ‘extraordinary’ take on joining forces with Trey Hendrickson

The Baltimore Ravens landed Trey Hendrickson in free agency to help improve the defensive line for next season and beyond. It was a move that brought a former inter-divisional opponent onto the roster, and nobody is happier to have the former Cincinnati Bengal as a teammate than Lamar Jackson.

DeAndre Hopkins News / Total Pro Sports / August 12

Former Cardinals GM Threatens Lawsuit Against DeAndre Hopkins After Being Accused Of 'Contaminating His Drug Test'

DeAndre Hopkins has reignited a controversy that dates back four years. Steve Keim, his former general manager in Arizona, has now retained legal counsel.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / August 12

3 Ravens Veterans Trending Toward the Roster Bubble (And Who is Replacing Them)

At multiple positions on both sides of the ball, the Baltimore Ravens are showing a commitment to developing their young talent that has either been drafted or signed as undrafted free agents in recent years during this year's training camp.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12

Ravens’ QB IR move leads to signing of player with new OC ties from Bears days

When it comes to Baltimore Ravens quarterbacks, Lamar Jackson’s spot atop the depth chart won’t be vanquished anytime soon. Still, the franchise wants to ensure they have proper backup options in place should Jackson go down.

Baltimore Ravens News / Pro Football Rumors / August 12

Ravens QB Skylar Thompson Lands On IR

Quarterback Skylar Thompson‘s season is over before it began. The Ravens placed Thompson on IR with an undisclosed injury on Wednesday, per a team announcement.

Skylar Thompson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 12

Ravens Place QB Skylar Thompson On IR, Sign Replacement

The Baltimore Ravens announced they have placed QB Skylar Thompson on injured reserve. To fill the open roster spot, the team signed QB Austin Reed. Thompson can’t play for the Ravens again this season since he went on IR before cutdowns unless he’s released with a settlement.