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Entering the 2018 NFL Draft, Ozzie Newsome, who had been the Baltimore Ravens' general manager since they relocated in 1996, knew it'd be his last in charge of the team's front office, as his protege Eric DeCota was set to succeed him after the season.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 3

Dolphins make Zach Sieler team's highest-paid defender

The Dolphins are getting ahead on some future contract situations by giving defensive tackle Zach Sieler the new deal he requested, despite him having two years remaining on his original deal.

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The '100-scrimmage-yard games since 2023' quiz

How many of the 24 NFL players to go over 100 total yards from scrimmage in at least 10 games since 2023 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL active receiving leaders' quiz

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Baltimore Ravens News / Ebony Bird / July 28

How the worst draft pick in Ravens history shows even Ozzie Newsome makes mistakes

Missing on players in the draft is common, even for the Baltimore Ravens, who, more often than not, seem to find diamonds in the rough whenever they're on the clock.

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The 25 greatest receiving performances from one NFL playoff run

The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / July 8

Ravens Who Could Make Runs at Top Defensive Rookie

The Baltimore Ravens wouldn't be anywhere without their scouting eyes. Former general manager Ozzie Newsome kickstarted this competitive generation of

NFL News / HBCUs on SI / June 20

HBCU Football Coaches Gain Valuable Career Insights At NFL QB Summit And GM Forum

Several prominent current and former HBCU head and assistant coaches received invitations to participate at the fourth annual Ozzie Newsome General Manager Forum and the seventh annual Quarterback Coaching Summit in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 17-18.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 14

Ravens Laid Groundwork for Future With First Draft

Though the Baltimore Ravens didn't enter the league as a traditional expansion team in 1996, the league still treats them as such historically. Like many expansion teams, the Ravens took a while to find their footing as a franchise.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 13

Ravens Have One of NFL's Most Secure Jobs

The Baltimore Ravens have been very fortunate to have front office stability throughout their entire existence, and that likely won't be changing any time soon.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / February 5

Ravens GM Reveals Tough Lesson From Mentor

Next year will mark the Baltimore Ravens' 30th anniversary as a franchise, yet they've only had two general managers in that time. Ozzie Newsome served in the role since the team arrived in Baltimore from 1996 to 2019, when he moved to a higher position away from day-to-day operations in 2019.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / December 31

Ravens Front Office Among Best in Sports

Building a consistent winner is arguably the hardest thing to do in the NFL, or any sports league for that matter. Luckily for the Baltimore Ravens, they seem to be one of the league's most consistently strong franchises.

NFL News / Browns Nation / November 1, 2024

Ozzie Newsome Shares His Memories Of Jim Donovan

The Cleveland Browns organization and fanbase are continuing to mourn the loss of one of their most iconic figures and the voice of a generation of Browns football after legendary play-by-play man Jim Donovan passed away Saturday morning after a long bout with cancer.

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NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / July 18, 2024

The Case for Todd Christensen in the Hall of Fame, Pt. 2

Not too long ago, NFL writer and Hall of Fame selection committee Rick Gosselin spoke with our Hondo Carpenter Sr. They discussed the case for Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders tight end Todd Christensen to be enshrined into Canton.

NFL News / The 33rd Team / June 24, 2024

Ranking The Top 10 Tight Ends in NFL History

2023 was the year of the tight end, with several young stars having breakout seasons. Sam LaPorta and Dalton Kincaid are two that come to mind and are poised for big sophomore seasons.

NFL News / Big Blue View / June 17, 2024

Giants assistant GM Brandon Brown to attend the Ozzie Newsome General Manager Forum

Could this lead to Brown being hired away from the Giants? New York Giants assistant GM Brandon Brown will be a featured panelist at the fourth annual Ozzie Newsome General Manager Forum.

New York Giants News / Giants Wire / June 15, 2024

Giants' Brandon Brown will participate in general manager forum

New York Giants assistant general manager Brandon Brown will attend the Ozzie Newsome General Managers Forum on June 17 and 18 at the NFL’s Los Angeles league offices in Inglewood, California.

NFL News / College Football Dawgs / June 14, 2024

NFL, HBCUs Announce Development Summits to Foster Diversity

In collaboration with the Black College Football Hall of Fame, the NFL has announced the fourth annual Ozzie Newsome General Manager Forum and the seventh annual Quarterback Coaching Summit.

NFL News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / June 13, 2024

Eagles' Scouting Exec Participating in NFL's Ozzie Newsome GM Forum

Eagles’ senior director of scouting Brandon Hunt will participate in the NFL’s fourth annual Ozzie Newsome General Manager Forum. The forum, along with the seventh annual Quarterback Coaching Summit, is held in partnership with the Black College Football Hall of Fame and will be June 17-18 at the NFL’s Los Angeles League Office.

Baltimore Ravens News / A to Z Sports / June 7, 2024

ESPN names key draft class for Baltimore Ravens as one of the best of the 2000s

Ozzie Newsome went out with a bang when it comes to the final draft class that he selected for the Baltimore Ravens and as years go by that 2018 class may be getting even better.

NFL News / The 33rd Team / January 8, 2024

8 Top NFL General Manager Candidates Entering 2024 Hiring Cycle

Being an NFL general manager is much tougher than the average fan realizes.

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The 25 best NFL tight ends of all time

Where does Antonio Gates stand among the all-time greats? Find out with this list of the best 25 tight ends in NFL history.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 5, 2019

Sports & Politics Intersect: Power of NFL's Rooney Rule called into question

“The Rooney Rule has been good for the league, and over the years we’ve seen clubs consider and hire candidates they might not have otherwise, but we’ve also seen clubs pay the rule lip service and go through the motions with no intention of ever considering the candidate of color."

The biggest controversies of the 2018-19 NFL season

DeAndre Hopkins will donate playoff check to family of slain girl

Rays trying to lure fans, will eliminate 10,000 upper-deck seats

Stephen Curry to auction 'Moon Landing' sneakers for STEM causes

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