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Beep, beep. At start of tough road, Ravens get run over
Baltimore Sun | October 13, 2008
T o keep the Ravens focused in preparation for the Indianapolis Colts last week, coach John Harbaugh came up with a slogan: "We know where we are going, don't we?"

Flacco has 3-step drop
Baltimore Sun | October 13, 2008
Rookie throws three INTs in team's five-turnover day When the wheels came off the Ravens' offense yesterday, there were more growing pains for their rookie quarterback and a lot of vacant stares in the locker room.

Yanda injures knee, will have MRI today
Baltimore Sun | October 13, 2008
Right guard hurt on meaningless play in second half In the final two minutes of a game already lost, the Ravens suffered one final indignity at Lucas Oil Stadium. They lost right guard Marshal Yanda on a play that didn't count.

Payback is great for Rivers, S.D.
Baltimore Sun | October 13, 2008
Philip Rivers and the San Diego Chargers solved their Patriots problem and perhaps saved their season.

A first comes last for Cardinals in OT
Baltimore Sun | October 13, 2008
Never before had an NFL team started a game with a kickoff return for a score, then ended it with a blocked punt in overtime for a touchdown.

T. Gonzalez asks for trade; Chiefs looking to deal him
Baltimore Sun | October 13, 2008
This year, the Kansas City Chiefs prepared for the eventuality of replacing Tony Gonzalez (right) by spending one of their three third-round draft picks on Tennessee tight end Brad Cottam.

Rams rebound, top 'Skins
Baltimore Sun | October 13, 2008
St. Louis earns 1st win on 49-yard field goal The St. Louis Rams seemed almost determined to sink to 0-5.

Best games on TV today
Baltimore Sun | October 13, 2008
Giants (4-0) @Browns (1-3) TIME, TV: 8:30, ESPN

Ravens Crushed in Indianapolis
Washington Post | October 12, 2008
The Ravens look out of sorts all day while Peyton Manning and the Colts right the ship as Indianapolis dismantles Baltimore, 31-3, on Sunday.

Ravens are Colts, just in reverse
Indianapolis Star | October 12, 2008

Nice to not meet you, Dwight
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
N ews item: Ravens rookie Joe Flacco will get an up-close look at superstar QB counterpart Peyton Manning today when the Ravens play the Indianapolis Colts at brand-new Lucas Oil Stadium.

Best games on TV today
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
Rams (0-4) @Redskins (4-1) TIME, TV: 1 p.m., chs. 45, 5

Hot buttons by Ken Murray
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
Treading water

Power rankings: The top five
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
Giants Brandon Jacobs is a runaway truck.

Big trouble in Big D?
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
Judging from the actions of coach Wade Phillips , WR Terrell Owens and CB Adam Jones , the Cowboys are either unraveling in Week6 or playing an inside joke. This much seems clear: After losing to the Redskins and nearly the Bengals, they aren't the same team that won their first three games decisively.

Power rankings: The bottom five
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
Bengals Two straight near misses vs. NFC East.

Baltimore Sun staff: NFL picks
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
About Baltimore Sun staff picks: Each week, Sun columnists and NFL reporters will pick NFL games (not against the spread). Last week:

NFL injury report
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
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All the rage? No more
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
J an. 13, 2007. That's when Baltimore's rage over the departure of the Colts to Indianapolis flickered out.

Meeting of the minds
Baltimore Sun | October 12, 2008
Colts' Manning vs. Ravens' Lewis 'kind of like a chess match' The Ravens slugged it out with the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Tennessee Titans the past two weeks, proving their toughness to the rest of the NFL.

Ravens plan to hammer away at Colts
Indianapolis Star | October 11, 2008

NFL injury report
Baltimore Sun | October 11, 2008
tomorrow RAVENS AT INDIANAPOLIS

Eagles' Westbrook out
Baltimore Sun | October 11, 2008
Browns' Winslow hospitalized; Bengals QB Palmer won't start All-Pro running back Brian Westbrook will miss his second game in three weeks when the Philadelphia Eagles visit the San Francisco 49ers tomorrow.

Questions are afoot with Ravens kicker Stover, 40, struggling
Baltimore Sun | October 11, 2008
Whether he's lining up a 50-yard field goal in less-than-favorable conditions or facing questions about his effectiveness, Matt Stover doesn't flinch.

Lawyers seek new trial for O.J. Simpson following conviction
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
Lawyers cite judicial errors, insufficient evidence following conviction O.J. Simpson's lawyers cited judicial errors and insufficient evidence Friday in seeking a new trial after the former football star was convicted of kidnapping and robbing two sports memorabilia dealers at gunpoint in a casino hotel room.

Browns' Winslow hospitalized
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
Tight end receiving care for undisclosed illness Cleveland Browns tight end Kellen Winslow will spend a second night in the hospital with an undisclosed illness that could keep him out of Monday night's game against the New York Giants.

Ravens' Washington ruled out against Colts
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
Cornerback has dislocated right shoulder; OT Terry listed as doubtful Ravens cornerback Fabian Washington will miss Sunday's game against Indianapolis with a dislocated right shoulder, further thinning a secondary poised to face Peyton Manning.

Ravens WR Mason remains dangerous in his 12th season
Indianapolis Star | October 10, 2008

Lewis still going strong
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
Mike Preston: Linebacker 'flying around' at age 33, having standout season

3 things
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
THREE THINGS THAT NEED TO GO RIGHT ...

Hey, Jamison!
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
Each week, Baltimore Sun reporter Jamison Hensley will answer fans' questions about the Ravens. To submit a question, e-mail sports@baltsun.com . Provide your name and phone number so we can verify the e-mail.

Remember when?
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
T he last time the Ravens visited Indianapolis, the Colts still played in the RCA Dome and quarterback Peyton Manning was gunning for Dan Marino's record of 48touchdown passes in a season. Although the Ravens kept Manning from the 20-year-old record, they couldn't keep the Colts out of the win column Dec.19, 2004. The 20-10 victory was the Colts' seventh straight, and it dropped the Ravens into a four-way tie for the final AFC playoff spot. When the Ravens return to Indianapolis on Sunday, they will play in Lucas Oil Stadium, a retractable-roof stadium that opened Aug.14.

Sun picks
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
Jamison Hensley Ravens, 20-17

Players focus on Manning, not Unitas
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
F rom the practice field to the meeting rooms, the Ravens have their minds set on the Colts ... the ones from Indianapolis and not the ones who played in Baltimore.

Colts might face run-on sentence
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
Ravens' ground-and-pound offense goes against NFL's worst run defense If there ever was a game tailor-made for the Ravens' run offense, Sunday's contest against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium would appear to be the one.

Cowboys won't discipline A. Jones for hotel scuffle
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
Cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones won't be disciplined by the Dallas Cowboys for a scuffle with his bodyguard that team owner Jerry Jones said resulted from joking banter that got out of hand and was quickly settled.

Colts hungry for a victory
Baltimore Sun | October 10, 2008
Slow start out of gate has them expressing urgency against Ravens September and October have belonged to the Indianapolis Colts for as long as Tony Dungy has walked their sideline. In the past three seasons, they didn't lose until November - at the earliest - and opened with winning streaks of seven, nine and 13 games.

Colts might face run-on sentence
Baltimore Sun | October 09, 2008
Ravens' ground-and-pound offense goes against NFL's worst run defense Ravens' ground-and-pound offense goes against NFL's worst run defense Poll: Ravens vs. Colts What they're saying about the Ravens O, by the Way: Ravens' strategy with Flacco NFL injury report Ravens Insider: Straightening Stover out generateDate('Oct. 9, 2008 16:04 -0400', '4:04 PM'); Ravens Insider: Game planning for Freeney generateDate('Oct. 9, 2008 07:45 -0400', '7:45 AM');

NFL injury report
Baltimore Sun | October 09, 2008
sunday RAVENS AT INDIANAPOLIS

Suspect indicted in '07 slaying of Bronco
Baltimore Sun | October 09, 2008
A man, 25, was indicted yesterday on first-degree murder charges in the drive-by shooting death of Denver Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams on New Year's Day 2007.

Harbaugh names Flacco starting quarterback for remainder of season
Baltimore Sun | October 09, 2008
Ravens coach John Harbaugh has given rookie first-round draft pick Joe Flacco the starting quarterback job for the rest of the season.

Road block: Gaither to face Freeney
Baltimore Sun | October 09, 2008
First-year starting tackle gets ready for Colts pass rusher Jared Gaither has gone from succeeding a likely Hall of Famer to facing a potential one.

Suspect indicted in slaying of Broncos' Williams
Baltimore Sun | October 08, 2008
Denver cornerback was shot and killed on New Year's Day 2007 A 25-year-old man was indicted Wednesday on first-degree murder charges in the drive-by shooting death of Denver Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams on New Year's Day 2007.

Flacco will start for remainder of season
Baltimore Sun | October 08, 2008
Harbaugh says T. Smith will compete with Bouman for backup job when he's healthy Ravens coach John Harbaugh has given rookie first-round draft pick Joe Flacco the starting quarterback job for the rest of the season.

What they're saying about the Ravens
Baltimore Sun | October 08, 2008
Here's a look at recent media coverage of the Ravens:

Q&A with Le'Ron McClain
Baltimore Sun | October 08, 2008
About this series: Each Wednesday we'll bring you a Q&A with a Ravens player to help you learn a little more about the team. The fourth subject of this series is fullback Le'Ron McClain, who leads the team in touchdowns with four. McClain, the organization's second pick in the fourth round of last year's draft, discusses throwing blocks, catching fish and following fantasy football.

Saints rookie Porter out for season
Baltimore Sun | October 08, 2008
Harbaugh confirms Gregg will be put on injured reserve New Orleans Saints starting cornerback Tracy Porter will miss the rest of his rookie season after dislocating his right wrist during Monday night's game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Ex-Colts connecting again
Baltimore Sun | October 08, 2008
An old photo helps reunite two Colts teammates and friends 53 years later Look at the picture, taken in a dime-store photo booth in 1955. What do you see? A black-and-white snapshot of black and white buddies hanging out - in black-and-white, segregated times. They seem an odd pair. One wears a wide smile, a starched shirt and a bow tie. He glows with the naivete of Barney Fife. His friend, dressed casually, is smiling, too. But his is a weathered, worldly smile, a look born, perhaps, of the day. Both men, then Baltimore Colts rookies, would leave their mark on pro sports.

Ravens lifted hopes; now fans feel let down
Baltimore Sun | October 08, 2008
T he more I watch the Ravens in their first season under coach John Harbaugh, the more they remind me of what happened to the Orioles this year and the more they validate my philosophy of life, so I hope you're ready to be enlightened:

In segregated times, two Baltimore Colts became friends
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
Berry, Vaughn bonded despite racial tension in the U.S. during the 1950s Look at the picture, taken in a dime store photo booth in 1955. What do you see? A black-and-white snapshot of black and white buddies hanging out -- in black-and-white, segregated times.

Ravens Q&A with Mike Preston
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
Baltimore Sun columnist answers readers' questions about the Ravens' 13-10 loss to the Titans Editor's note: Ravens questions for Baltimore Sun columnist Mike Preston can be submitted on game days from halftime until three hours after the game. Selected questions are published in a Q&A on baltimoresun.com later in the week. Listen to Mike Preston every Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. on Fox 1370 (AM) Sports.

Whose fault is it that the Ravens lost to the Titans on Sunday?
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
Blame it on the Ravens

E.J. Henderson out for season
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
Vikes linebacker suffered dislocated toes; Warner to weigh retirement next year Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson will miss the rest of the season after being placed on injured reserve because of dislocated toes on his left foot.

Harbaugh staying mum
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
Coach declines to address questionable roughing-the-passer call Ravens coach John Harbaugh and the NFL can agree on one thing: no comment.

Bush's two TDs return nothing
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
Saint brings back 2 punts for scores, but mistakes give Minnesota the victory The New Orleans Saints committed so many blunders, not even Reggie Bush's record-tying two punt returns for touchdowns could make up for them in a 30-27 loss to the Minnesota Vikings last night.

'Throw the odds out,' 'Skins' Zorn says
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
Riding an unexpected 4-game winning streak, coach declares his staff and players 'expect to win' Riding a four-game winning streak few would have predicted, Washington Redskins coach Jim Zorn gave his first news conference yesterday as a heavy favorite.

Ravens have long road ahead
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
Sorry they're away so much: Team to travel for 5 of next 6 A day after a questionable penalty factored in their 13-10 loss to the Tennessee Titans, the Ravens can look ahead to their next challenge, which also comes compliments of the NFL.

Make-or-break stretch for Ravens
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
I t's only four games into the 2008 season, and the Ravens are at the crossroads.

Gregg done for 2008
Baltimore Sun | October 07, 2008
Agent: Surgery on left knee will keep nose tackle sidelined until May or June Agent: Surgery on left knee will keep nose tackle sidelined until May or June

Harbaugh staying mum
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008
Coach declines to address questionable roughing-the-passer call Coach declines to address questionable roughing-the-passer call Ravens DT Gregg done for the season generateDate('Oct. 6, 2008 22:32 -0400', '10:55 PM'); D-flated: Penalty killer for Ravens Mike Preston's report card

The Schmuck Stops Here: More on the Suggs penalty
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008

The Schmuck Stops Here: The Ravens were robbed
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008

Referee explains penalty call on Suggs
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008
The Baltimore Sun 's Jamison Hensley, the game's pool reporter, talked to referee Bill Carollo (right) after the game about Terrell Suggs' roughing-the-passer penalty during the Titans' game-winning drive. Here are Carollo's responses and Suggs' reaction:

Ravens, Titans feeling punchy
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008
Game marked by numerous confrontations, personal fouls Six years have passed since the Ravens and Tennessee Titans occupied the same division, but you could hardly tell by the hostility that played out during the Ravens' 13-10 loss to the Titans at M&T Bank Stadium yesterday.

Flacco takes blame
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008
QB acknowledges 'bad decisions' Joe Flacco wasn't any different after two straight losses than he was after two straight wins.

Mike Preston's report card
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008
Baltimore Sun columnist grades the Ravens on their 13-10 loss to the Titans Quarterback: D

Not great yet: Defense doesn't come through in clutch
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008
T he Ravens have a good defense, but they haven't earned the title of great in 2008.

Ravens' loss a real head-slapper
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008
W hat are you madder about this morning? The injustice? Or the collapse?

Penalty killer for Ravens
Baltimore Sun | October 06, 2008
Questionable roughing-the-passer call on Suggs key on Titans' game-winning drive Questionable roughing-the-passer call on Suggs key on Titans' game-winning drive Poll: Who's to blame for loss? Grade the Ravens

Collins Adds Perfect Touch to Titans' Win
Washington Post | October 06, 2008
BALTIMORE, Oct. 5 -- Few had the Tennessee Titans pegged as the team to beat in the AFC entering the season. But it has taken only five games for them to establish themselves as a top Super Bowl contender.

O, by the Way: Ravens-Titans
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008

Hey, Collins, McAlister is open
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
N ews item: The Ravens hope to bounce back from their tough Monday night loss when Kerry Collins and the undefeated Tennessee Titans visit M&T Bank Stadium this afternoon.

NFL injury report
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
today TENNESSEE AT RAVENS

Hot buttons by Ken Murray
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
Zorn-ing in

Best games on TV today
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
Redskins (3-1) @Eagles (2-2) TIME, TV: 1 p.m., Ch. 5

Griese choice despite picks
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
Given Jon Gruden 's predilection for changing quarterbacks often, it's a wonder Brian Griese will start for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers today at Denver after tossing six interceptions the past two weeks.

Power rankings: The bottom five
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
Raiders Al Davis deserved Lane Kiffin.

Power rankings: The top five
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
Giants The pass rush still rules.

Baltimore Sun staff: NFL picks
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
About Baltimore Sun staff picks: Each week, Sun columnists and NFL reporters will pick NFL games (not against the spread). Last week:

Flacco starting well, but so did Young
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
N ot to throw ice water on the Joe Flacco story, but everyone surely is aware of who will be on the opposite sideline from him at M&T Bank Stadium today.

Ravens' 'D' ready for showdown
Baltimore Sun | October 05, 2008
Unit, dominant as ever, set to clash with Titans' run game The Tennessee Titans enter M&T Bank Stadium today with an undefeated record and a former Ravens Super Bowl opponent at quarterback.

The Star's NFL predictions
Kansas City Star | October 04, 2008
Randy Covitz Holly Lawton Jason Whitlock Joe Posnanski Adam Teicher Jeffrey Flanagan Kent Babb Flipper

Titans game at a glance
Tennessean | October 04, 2008
Noon today, M&T Bank Stadium

Rolle out at least one month
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
Ravens cornerback undergoes surgery to repair bulging disc in his neck Ravens cornerback undergoes surgery to repair bulging disc in his neck 3 things: Ravens-Titans Poll: Ravens vs. Titans Staff picks: Ravens vs. Titans

Ex-NFL RB Phillips sentenced to 10 years in prison
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
He receives 10 years in prison for assault with a deadly weapon Former pro football player Lawrence Phillips was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison after being convicted two years ago of assault with a deadly weapon.

Ex-NFL RB Phillips sentenced to 10 years in prison (Baltimore Sun)
Yahoo! News | October 03, 2008
He was convicted two years ago of assault with a deadly weapon Former pro football player Lawrence Phillips was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison after being convicted two years ago of assault with a deadly weapon.

Not watching Ravens? Maybe dancing tickles your fancy
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
N ervously typing out this week's sports media notes while hoping that soon the leaves will be falling faster than the Dow:

Remember when?
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
T here was a time when the Ravens owned the Tennessee Titans. On Nov. 24, 2002, the Titans came to Baltimore with a 6-4 record and quarterback Steve McNair playing some of his best football. But the Ravens, behind strong special teams play and a solid defense, beat the Titans, 13-12, before an announced 69,365 at Ravens Stadium.

Hey, Jamison!
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
Each week, Baltimore Sun reporter Jamison Hensley will answer fans' questions about the Ravens. To submit a question, e-mail sports@baltsun.com . Provide your name and phone number so we can verify the e-mail.

3 things: Ravens-Titans
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
THREE THINGS THAT NEED TO GO RIGHT ...

Women's event: 'Purple Evening'
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
If you're a female Ravens fan, the team has a night out planned for you.

Baltimore Sun picks: Ravens vs. Titans
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
Jamison Hensley Titans, 17-10

Passes not coming Heap's way in new offense
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
W hen Cam Cameron was hired as offensive coordinator, Ravens tight end Todd Heap was expected to put up numbers similar to Antonio Gates', not Garrett Mills'.

O-line to face a fearsome foursome
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
After rough game vs. Steelers, Ravens unit will go against tough Titans defensive front The Ravens' offensive line will face another tough test Sunday, but it will be much different from the ones they prepared for recently.

Give 'O' time to catch up
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
I n the first two games of the season, the Ravens' top three wide receivers made contributions. And then in Monday night's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Derrick Mason had eight catches and the other two receivers contributed just one each.

Surprise, surprise, surprise
Baltimore Sun | October 03, 2008
Strong starts by Titans, Bills and Baltimore could shake up balance of power in NFL Strong starts by Titans, Bills and Baltimore could shake up balance of power in NFL

Colts grew with 'Pops' at their side
Baltimore Sun | October 02, 2008
Davis, on '58, '59 title teams, dead at 79; also noted scout Milt Davis knew how to read people - on and off the football field.

Collins recalls Ravens vividly
Baltimore Sun | October 02, 2008
QB was roughed up in 2001 Super Bowl Ravens fans heaped praise and adoration on Ray Lewis, Brian Billick and Art Modell for bringing the Vince Lombardi Trophy to Baltimore to cap a successful 2000 season.

Injuries pain McGahee
Baltimore Sun | October 02, 2008
'I just want to finish a game,' banged-up running back says With a bloodshot left eye and bruised ribs, Ravens running back Willis McGahee has just one goal for Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans.

Ex-Colt Milt Davis dies at 79
Baltimore Sun | October 01, 2008
All-Pro defensive back helped Baltimore win two titles, led NFL in INTs in 1957, '59; L. Moore: 'He made you proud to be around him' Milt Davis knew how to read people -- both on and off the football field.

What they're saying about the Ravens
Baltimore Sun | October 01, 2008
Here's a look at recent media coverage of the Ravens:

Rolle, Landry, Gregg out for Titans
Baltimore Sun | October 01, 2008
Ravens will be without defenders for Sunday's game vs. undefeated Tennessee The Ravens will be without three starters on defense for Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans at M&T Bank Stadium.

Ravens Q&A with Mike Preston
Baltimore Sun | October 01, 2008
Baltimore Sun columnist answers readers' questions about the Ravens' 23-20 loss to the Steelers Baltimore Sun columnist answers readers' questions about the loss to the Steelers, including one on the play of the wide receivers. What they're saying about the Ravens generateDate('Oct. 1, 2008 17:39 -0400', '5:39 PM'); Ravens Insider: Injury report

Putting the pain aside
Baltimore Sun | October 01, 2008
McGahee's ribs are only serious injury as Ravens try to forget frustrating loss and prepare for Titans Ravens coach John Harbaugh said running back Willis McGahee 's ribs are the only serious injury concern as the team prepares for the AFC South-leading Tennessee Titans to visit M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday.

Raiders fire Kiffin as coach; Davis vents
Baltimore Sun | October 01, 2008
The Oakland Raiders fired coach Lane Kiffin yesterday just four games into his second season, ending a public feud with owner Al Davis that had been simmering since the start of the year.

Can the Ravens make the playoffs?
Baltimore Sun | October 01, 2008
Door is wide open ...

Harbaugh got it right and wrong
Baltimore Sun | October 01, 2008
A head coach is always second-guessed more after a close loss than the outcome of any other game, and the Ravens' John Harbaugh had his share of critics yesterday after the Ravens' 23-20 overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Harbaugh feeling the heat
Baltimore Sun | October 01, 2008
He's left explaining decisions after first loss as Ravens coach He's left explaining decisions after first loss as Ravens coach

Penalty halted Ravens' momentum
Dayton Daily News | September 30, 2008
Momentum can shift quickly in a football game, and it sure swung fast in favor of the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday Night Football.

Raiders fire Kiffin
Baltimore Sun | September 30, 2008
After weeks of speculation, team breaks with coach, but doesn't name successor The Oakland Raiders fired Lane Kiffin on Tuesday just four games into his second season, ending a public feud with owner Al Davis that had been simmering since the start of the year.

Ravens still raise hackles for Titans
Tennessean | September 30, 2008
The Titans are no longer in the same division as the Ravens, but that doesn't mean the heated rivalry is any less intense. Sunday's game in Baltimore could re-stir the hot pot.

Mike Preston's report card
Baltimore Sun | September 30, 2008
Baltimore Sun columnist grades the Ravens on their 23-20 loss to the Steelers Quarterback: C+

Steelers beat Ravens in overtime 23-20
Kansas City Star | September 30, 2008
PITTSBURGH | Jeff Reed ended a long night for the Steelers. Reed kicked a 46-yard field goal in overtime as the Pittsburgh Steelers overcame a 10-point deficit, numerous injuries and a late Baltimore comeback to outlast the Ravens 23-20 on Monday night.

Rams fire Linehan, put Haslett in charge
Baltimore Sun | September 30, 2008
Defensive coordinator named interim coach; Boldin resting at home; A. Rodgers wants to play Sunday The winless St.Louis Rams fired Scott Linehan after four lopsided losses to open the season. Defensive coordinator Jim Haslett was hired as interim coach.

Showing up for his son
Baltimore Sun | September 30, 2008
Days after losing 3-month-old, kicker Bryant helps Bucs win M en have faced much longer kicks in conditions far nastier. But when he lined up for a 24-yard field goal Sunday, no kicker in history felt as much pressure.

J. Johnson's penalty cost more than 15 yards
Baltimore Sun | September 30, 2008
Linebacker's shove of Ward in third quarter proves to be turning point If it's true that the outcome of a game hinges on one play, a costly penalty might have opened the door for the Ravens' 23-20 overtime loss to Pittsburgh Steelers last night at Heinz Field.

Steelers press Ravens' offensive line
Baltimore Sun | September 30, 2008
Fledging unit allows Pittsburgh to record five sacks, force two fumbles In the Ravens' first two games, the offensive line enjoyed moderate success in the run and pass against the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns. That unit faced a much sterner test in the Pittsburgh Steelers, who provided a harsh rebuke in the Ravens' 23-20 overtime loss last night at Heinz Field.

There's no doubt about it: These Ravens are the real thing
Baltimore Sun | September 30, 2008
T he Ravens are for real.

Flacco keeps poise, shows nerves of steel
Baltimore Sun | September 30, 2008
S houldn't Joe Flacco have fallen apart after coughing up that ball? That should have done it for him, and for the Ravens, and for the idea that a rookie quarterback could win his first NFL road start.

Stealing one
Baltimore Sun | September 30, 2008
10-point lead, first place in AFC North vanish Ravens collapse in third quarter, fall to Steelers in overtime Photos: Ravens-Steelers Your turn: Grade the Ravens

In Overtime, Steelers Hand Ravens First Loss
Washington Post | September 30, 2008
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 29 -- Jeff Reed kicked a 46-yard field goal in overtime and the Pittsburgh Steelers overcame a 10-point deficit, numerous injuries and a late Baltimore comeback to outlast the Ravens, 23-20, on Monday night.

Doctors: Shot Jags lineman is paralyzed
Baltimore Sun | September 29, 2008
OL has had left leg amputated, now is in stable condition Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Richard Collier, shot while sitting in a car outside an apartment complex earlier this month, is paralyzed below the waist and his left leg was amputated, his doctor said Monday.

NFL roundup: 'Skins shake Dallas jinx; Favre throws 6 TDs in win
Baltimore Sun | September 29, 2008

'Skins shake Dallas jinx
Baltimore Sun | September 29, 2008
Washington gets rare Texas Stadium win Jim Zorn will go down in history as the only Washington Redskins coach never to lose a regular-season game at Texas Stadium.

Boldin taken to hospital after helmet-to-helmet blow
Baltimore Sun | September 29, 2008
Arizona wide receiver Anquan Boldin (pictured) was carted off the field after a helmet-to-helmet collision in the end zone with 27 seconds remaining in the Cardinals' 56-35 loss to the host New York Jets yesterday.

Defense, Bryant lift Buccaneers
Baltimore Sun | September 29, 2008
Derrick Brooks hasn't been himself this season. A sore hamstring has seen to that, feeding the perception that the 10-time Pro Bowl linebacker and Tampa Bay's aging defense are slowing down.

Jet fuel: Favre's 6 TD passes
Baltimore Sun | September 29, 2008
Brett Favre set a career high and also tied Joe Namath's Jets mark with six touchdown passes, including three to Laveranues Coles, and New York took advantage of a series of mistakes by Arizona in a big second quarter before holding on to beat the Cardinals, 56-35, yesterday.

Flacco to get road test
Baltimore Sun | September 29, 2008
Ravens will find out whether rookie quarterback travels well Joe Flacco returns tonight to Pittsburgh, the place he started his college career.

Campbell guides Redskins past Cowboys
Baltimore Sun | September 28, 2008
Washington QB throws two TD passes New Washington Redskins coach Jim Zorn was looking for something to help him build up a healthy dose of hate for the Dallas Cowboys. Turns out, he kinds of likes playing his team's archrival.

NFL injury report
Baltimore Sun | September 28, 2008
today ARIZONA AT N.Y. JETS

Hot buttons by Ken Murray
Baltimore Sun | September 28, 2008
Falling dominoes

Best games on TV today
Baltimore Sun | September 28, 2008
Packers (2-1) @Buccaneers (2-1) Time, TV: 1 p.m., chs. 45, 5

Power rankings: The bottom five
Baltimore Sun | September 28, 2008
Raiders An embarrassment on and off the field.

Different paths to success
Baltimore Sun | September 28, 2008
In 1994, Kurt Warner was a warm body on the Green Bay Packers' training camp roster, buried behind quarterbacks Brett Favre , Mark Brunell and Ty Detmer on the depth chart. Fourteen years later, Warner and Favre face off in the New Jersey Meadowlands for what likely will be the final time when the Arizona Cardinals meet the New York Jets.

Baltimore Sun staff: NFL picks
Baltimore Sun | September 28, 2008
About Baltimore Sun staff picks: Each week, Sun columnists and NFL reporters will pick NFL games (not against the spread). Last week:

Power rankings: The top five
Baltimore Sun | September 28, 2008
Cowboys Their big-play offense looks unstoppable.

Nothing friendly about Steelers-Ravens rivalry
Baltimore Sun | September 28, 2008
For the first time in years, the Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers will play for first place in the AFC North.

Pressure environment for QBs Monday night
Baltimore Sun | September 27, 2008
S o, which quarterback will be left standing Monday night? Will it be Ravens rookie Joe Flacco or the Pittsburgh Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger?

McGahee listed as probable
Baltimore Sun | September 27, 2008
Back likely to play despite eyelid injury Though still being bothered by a lacerated right eyelid, running back Willis McGahee participated fully in practice yesterday for the first time this week and is expected to be available for the Ravens' showdown with the reigning AFC North champion Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday night.

McGahee likely to play against Steelers
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008
Running back listed as probable despite eyelid injury Though still being bothered by a lacerated right eyelid, running back Willis McGahee participated fully in practice today for the first time this week and is expected to be available for the Ravens' showdown with the reigning AFC North champion Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday night.

Ravens RB McGahee probable for Monday
Kansas City Star | September 26, 2008
Baltimore Ravens running back Willis McGahee is listed as probable for Monday night's divisional matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers with a lacerated eyelid.

Ravens Insider: No room for premature playoff talk
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008

3 things: Ravens-Steelers
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008
THREE THINGS THAT NEED TO GO RIGHT ...

Early misses don't diminish Stover's value
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008
O ne of the bigger surprises of the season is that Matt Stover has missed more field goals than he has made.

Baltimore Sun picks: Ravens vs. Steelers
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008
Jamison Hensley Steelers, 13-10

Remember when? Ravens' first victory in Pittsburgh
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008
T he last time a Ravens rookie head coach took his team to Pittsburgh, it worked out very well for Brian Billick.

Hey, Jamison! Ravens beat reporter answers your questions
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008
Each week, Baltimore Sun reporter Jamison Hensley will answer fan questions about the Ravens. To submit a question, e-mail sports@baltsun.com . Provide your name and phone number so we can verify the e-mail.

Landry: Spinal injury was 'scary'
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008
But 'I felt my toes a little bit, and I knew I'd be fine eventually,' safety says As frightened as players, coaches and fans were while medical personnel carried strong safety Dawan Landry off the field at M&T Bank Stadium on a stretcher Sunday, no one was more concerned than Landry himself.

Look out: Here comes Suggs
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008
O n Sunday, nearly 71,000 watched Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs dance after he sacked Cleveland Browns quarterback Derek Anderson. Was this jubilation over one play or the beginning of Suggs' coming-out party?

Ravens 'D' gets swagger back
Baltimore Sun | September 26, 2008
Trademark tough-as-nails defense returns for team after injury-hampered '07 Trademark tough-as-nails defense returns for team after injury-hampered '07 3 things: Ravens-Steelers Sun picks: Ravens vs. Steelers Poll: Ravens vs. Steelers

NFL Clears Browns On McGahee Injury
Washington Post | September 26, 2008
The NFL found no evidence that the Cleveland Browns' defensive players intentionally gouged the eyes of Baltimore running back Willis McGahee during the Ravens' 28-10 win on Sunday.

Browns cleared by NFL after Ravens' inquiry
Baltimore Sun | September 25, 2008
League finds no evidence Cleveland players intentionally injured RB McGahee League finds no evidence Cleveland players intentionally injured RB McGahee The Schmuck Stops Here: All's quiet on the rivalry front generateDate('Sept. 25, 2008 13:54 -0400', '1:54 PM'); Ravens Insider: Thursday practice notes Photos: Ravens-Browns

Steelers prepare for Ravens' blitz
Baltimore Sun | September 25, 2008
Pittsburgh knows team will be sending relentless pass rush on Monday night Willie Colon doesn't need to be warned what the Pittsburgh Steelers' offensive line will see Monday night.

McGahee's eye injury casts doubt for Monday
Baltimore Sun | September 25, 2008
Willis McGahee 's eye remains swollen, which limited the Ravens running back in practice yesterday and raised questions about his availability for Monday night's game in Pittsburgh.

Bannan emerges from back of line
Baltimore Sun | September 25, 2008
Raven has stepped out of shadow cast by Gregg Three things you didn't know about Justin Bannan

Lions fire Millen
Baltimore Sun | September 24, 2008
Off to 0-3 start this season, Detroit was 31-84 during president's tenure The Detroit Lions fired president Matt Millen, more than seven years after the former linebacker and TV analyst took over one of the NFL's most mediocre franchises and made it the worst.

What they're saying about the Ravens: Pittsburgh columnist forecasts rout
Baltimore Sun | September 24, 2008
Here's a look at recent media coverage of the Ravens:

Ex-Terp Haynos signed by Dolphins
Baltimore Sun | September 24, 2008
Miami inks tight end off Green Bay Packers' practice squad The Miami Dolphins announced today that they have signed former Maryland tight end Joey Haynos off the Green Bay Packers' practice squad and waived running back Jalen Parmele.

Browns to start QB Anderson Sunday
Baltimore Sun | September 24, 2008
Ex-Raven, who has two TDs, five INTs this season, gets nod vs. Bengals Derek Anderson has kept his starting quarterback job with Cleveland for now.

Burress suspended one game
Baltimore Sun | September 24, 2008
Giants WR will miss Oct. 5 matchup vs. Seattle for violation of team rules Plaxico Burress was suspended for one game by the New York Giants on Wednesday for an undisclosed violation of team rules.

Steelers' Parker, Hampton out vs. Ravens
Baltimore Sun | September 24, 2008
The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without Pro Bowl running back Willie Parker and nose tackle Casey Hampton for Monday night's home game against the Ravens. Parker, who had 243 yards in the Steelers' first two games before being held to 20 during a 15-6 loss at Philadelphia on Sunday, has a sprained left knee. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin did not say yesterday whether Parker might miss more than one game. With Parker out, first-round draft pick Rashard Mendenhall will make his first NFL start. Hampton, a Pro Bowl defensive lineman the past four seasons and the key to the Steelers' run defense, has a strained groin. He will be replaced by Chris Hoke, who made 10 starts in 2004 after Hampton injured a knee. Defensive end Brett Keisel (calf) is also out. He might be sidelined for a month or more.

Suggs: 'I want to be here'
Baltimore Sun | September 24, 2008
Q&A with Ravens defensive end-linebacker You have consistently said that you cannot afford to think about your future after the Ravens' one-year franchise tag is lifted next offseason. How can you not think about that?

Conference call: Ravens have a shot in the AFC
Baltimore Sun | September 24, 2008
With raised expectations, Steelers game looms large It took just three short weeks and two impressive wins, but the unthinkable has become the thinkable for the Ravens.

Steelers' Parker, Hampton out vs. Ravens
Baltimore Sun | September 23, 2008
Injured running back, nose tackle will be sidelined for Monday night matchup The Pittsburgh Steelers' running game struggled last season when Willie Parker was injured. They're convinced that won't happen now that they have Rashard Mendenhall.

Rams will start QB Green vs. Bills
Baltimore Sun | September 23, 2008
St. Louis benches Bulger after being outscored 116-29 in first three games Marc Bulger is out as the St. Louis Rams starting quarterback after throwing only two touchdown passes in three games and will be replaced by 38-year-old Trent Green for Sunday's game against Buffalo.

Ravens Q&A with Mike Preston
Baltimore Sun | September 23, 2008
Baltimore Sun columnist answers readers' questions about the Ravens' 28-10 win over the Browns Baltimore Sun columnist Mike Preston answers readers' questions about the win over the Browns, the running game, quarterback Joe Flacco and more.

Ravens Insider: Harbaugh's news conference notes
Baltimore Sun | September 23, 2008

Chargers find their spark with 48-29 win over Jets
Baltimore Sun | September 23, 2008
Philip Rivers threw three touchdown passes, LaDainian Tomlinson recorded his first two scores of the season and the host San Diego Chargers raced past Brett Favre and the New York Jets, 48-29. Frustrated by two gut-wrenching losses, the Chargers sacked Favre four times and intercepted him twice, including a 52-yard return for a score by All-Pro cornerback Antonio Cromartie. San Diego (1-2) looked like the team picked by many to reach the Super Bowl. Rivers has thrown three touchdown passes in every game this season. He was 19-for-25 for 250yards last night. Tomlinson had 67 yards on 26 carries, his third straight game under 100 yards.

What was the most memorable sporting event this weekend?
Baltimore Sun | September 23, 2008
Cup holds more drama

New kids on blocks Ravens' hit so far
Baltimore Sun | September 23, 2008
A s they dressed near each other and filed out of the locker room, they had a sense of accomplishment, but not completion. It's only two games into the NFL season, but the unit with the most questions about it entering the 2008 season has performed well.

Landry expected to return
Baltimore Sun | September 23, 2008
Safety, who suffered spinal cord injury, should play this season Strong safety Dawan Landry was released from Maryland Shock Trauma Center and is expected to return to the field this season after suffering a spinal cord concussion in the second quarter of Sunday's 28-10 win against the Cleveland Browns.

Ravens 'D' looking for some payback
Baltimore Sun | September 23, 2008
Unit looking to restore its reputation in clash of NFL's top-ranked defenses Unit looking to restore its reputation in clash of NFL's top-ranked defenses Ravens defense by the numbers Poll: Will Ravens allow 100-yard rusher in 2008?

Mike Preston's report card
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
Baltimore Sun columnist grades the Ravens on their 28-10 win over the Browns Quarterback: C-

Late catch helps lift Giants
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
The New York Giants are off to their best start since 2000, thanks in large part to a little tiptoeing in overtime by Amani Toomer and the leg of 44-year-old John Carney.

'Skins intercept victory
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
Late pick leads to winning touchdown Even Leigh Torrence wasn't sure how he deflected the ball. He got a piece of it with his hand, he thought. Maybe it then bounced off his helmet.

Texans working to raise funds for hurricane victims
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
The Houston Texans and the NFL kicked off a drive yesterday to raise $2 million to help relief and recovery efforts in Texas from Hurricane Ike.

R. Brown, Dolphins rout Pats
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
Fans booed the New England Patriots yesterday. Many left early. The record winning streak of their favorite team was ending with a stunning domination by the lowly Miami Dolphins.

Leonhard comes up big
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
Reserve safety returns on team's investment As offseason transactions go, the Ravens' signing of Jim Leonhard didn't exactly create a buzz. But two games into the season, the acquisition of the reserve safety looks like one of the team's best offseason moves.

After scare, good news on Landry
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
Ravens strong safety Dawan Landry sustained what the team is calling a spinal cord concussion near the end of the first half of yesterday's game against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium, but initial reports seem to suggest he did not suffer any serious, permanent injury.

Offense rushing to make extremely physical statement
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
B ig plays on defense have become common in Baltimore since the 2000 Super Bowl season, but the Ravens finally have an offense that can complement it.

Picks help Ravens roll to win
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
Inspired by Landry's injury, defense comes up with two game-changing INTs Inspired by Landry's injury, defense comes up with two game-changing interceptions Mike Preston's report card Your turn: Grade the Ravens

Ravens take bad with the good
Baltimore Sun | September 22, 2008
T here are times when the bad defines the good, which is as good a way as any to look at the Ravens' 28-10 victory over the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium.

Browns-Ravens: Quarter-by-quarter breakdown
Plain Dealer | September 22, 2008
FIRST QUARTER

Ravens take out Browns, 28-10
Dayton Daily News | September 21, 2008
The Baltimore Ravens were struggling to score, and then Derek Anderson came to the rescue.

Ravens pull away in second half
Baltimore Sun | September 21, 2008
Team scores 21 in third quarter, holds Browns scoreless for final 31:04 to go 2-0 Team scores 21 in third quarter, holds Browns scoreless for final 31:04 to improve to 2-0 Talk about it: Ravens-Browns Your turn: Grade the Ravens

Ravens Use Big 3rd Quarter to Keep Browns Winless
Washington Post | September 21, 2008
BALTIMORE -- Less than a minute. That's how long it took for the Baltimore Ravens to score two touchdowns and further ruin an already agonizing season for the Cleveland Browns.

Ravens DB Landry Injured, Carted From Field
Washington Post | September 21, 2008
BALTIMORE -- A CT scan on Ravens safety Dawan Landry indicated that he was OK after being taken from the field on a cart Sunday after taking a knee to the helmet during the second quarter of a game against Cleveland.

Steelers won't sit, take it
Baltimore Sun | September 21, 2008
Unbeaten through two weeks, the Pittsburgh Steelers are upset at the number of hits quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is taking after the whistle. They're ready to do something about it today in Philadelphia.

Harbaugh's tough love embraced
Baltimore Sun | September 21, 2008
Ravens players have bought into rookie coach's approach In his first meeting of training camp, new Ravens coach John Harbaugh and the rest of his staff wore T-shirts with the famous black-and-white still frame of Muhammad Ali standing over a fallen Sonny Liston.

Vikings' Peterson game-time decision
Baltimore Sun | September 20, 2008
Minnesota Vikings star running back Adrian Peterson returned to practice, but he was limited in his work and remained questionable for tomorrow's game because of a hamstring injury. Coach Brad Childress said he would wait until shortly before the game against the Carolina Panthers to decide whether Peterson, who leads the NFL with 263 rushing yards, will participate. He'll be treating the muscle extensively over the next two days. If Peterson can't go, Chester Taylor - a 1,200-yard rusher in 2006 - will take his place.

NFL injury report
Baltimore Sun | September 20, 2008
Tomorrow CLEVELAND AT RAVENS

Gregg to miss at least 2 games
Baltimore Sun | September 20, 2008
The much-anticipated return of Ravens nose tackle Kelly Gregg has been delayed at least two weeks and perhaps longer.

A run committee right step forward
Baltimore Sun | September 20, 2008
The Ravens' running back depth has taken some pressure off Willis McGahee (pictured) to return. Poll: Will the Ravens beat the Browns? 3 things: Ravens-Browns Sun picks: Ravens vs. Browns

Saints sign QB Harrington
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
Veteran will serve as third signal caller behind Brees, Brunell The "piano man," Joey Harrington, has landed a new gig in the birthplace of jazz. He'll be playing third fiddle behind Saints starting quarterback Drew Brees and backup Mark Brunell.

Ravens Insider: The Browns game and beyond
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008

Gregg out at least two weeks
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
Knee pain due to cartilage issue will sideline nose tackle, Harbaugh says Ravens nose tackle Kelly Gregg will miss at least two weeks because of an issue with cartilage in his knee, coach John Harbaugh announced today.

R. Lewis vs. J. Lewis III
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
Mike Preston: Ex-teammates are revved up to resume their friendly rivalry Poll: Will the Ravens beat the Browns?

R. Lewis vs. J. Lewis III
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
Ex-teammates are revved up to resume their friendly rivalry I n 15 or 20 years, Ravens middle linebacker Ray Lewis will sit down and have dinner with Cleveland Browns running back Jamal Lewis. They'll cherish the old days, particularly the Super Bowl run after the 2000 season.

Sun picks: Ravens vs. Browns
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
Jamison Hensley Ravens, 20-13

Hey Jamison!
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
Ravens beat reporter answers your questions Each week, Baltimore Sun reporter Jamison Hensley will answer fan questions about the Ravens. To submit a question, e-mail sports@baltsun.com . Provide your name and phone number so we can verify the e-mail.

3 things: Ravens-Browns
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
THREE THINGS THAT NEED TO GO RIGHT ...

Stadium full of memories at age 10
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
Ravens-Colts encounters, Army-Navy, lacrosse finals among stirring M&T events It seemed a rare and perfect opportunity to take revenge on history.

A chance to answer the QB question
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
W hen the Ravens drafted Joe Flacco this year, the initial debate was whether he would have more success than Kyle Boller, the previous quarterback taken by the team in the first round.

Browns returner 'a great challenge'
Baltimore Sun | September 19, 2008
Ravens assistant Rosburg aware of how dangerous ex-QB Cribbs is on special teams Ravens special teams coordinator Jerry Rosburg might know Joshua Cribbs better than most people in the NFL. After all, it was Rosburg who - as the special teams coordinator for the Cleveland Browns in 2005 and 2006 - helped convert Cribbs from a quarterback to a return specialist who represented the AFC in the Pro Bowl in February.

Scouting report: Browns-Ravens
ClevelandBrowns.com | September 18, 2008
All the details on Sunday's Browns-Ravens game in Baltimore.

Two teams off to unexpected starts
Baltimore Sun | September 18, 2008
T he NFL season is only two weeks old and there are already surprises, such as the Jacksonville Jaguars, Seattle Seahawks and San Diego Chargers not having a victory. And the Cleveland Browns are in that group, too.

Recalling Browns loss a kick in the gut
Baltimore Sun | September 18, 2008
The Ravens' 33-30 overtime loss to the Cleveland Browns still haunts several Ravens players, even 10months after the game reached its dramatic conclusion.

Vikings bench Jackson, will start Frerotte at QB
Baltimore Sun | September 18, 2008
Out with the new, in with the old.

C-Mac is back
Baltimore Sun | September 18, 2008
Shrugging off knee injury and after shutting up Ocho Cinco, McAlister looks to shut down Browns' Edwards When Chris McAlister lines up on game days, his assignment is usually the same: Take on one of the biggest and fastest wide receivers in the NFL.

McAlister hopes to prove he's back
Baltimore Sun | September 17, 2008
Shrugging off knee injury and after shutting up Ocho Cinco, cornerback looks to shut down Browns' Edwards Shrugging off knee injury and after shutting up Ocho Cinco, cornerback looks to shut down Browns' Edwards

Recalling Browns loss a kick in the gut
Baltimore Sun | September 17, 2008
Ravens haven't forgotten 33-30 dramatic overtime defeat against Cleveland in '07 Ravens haven't forgotten 33-30 dramatic overtime defeat against Cleveland last season

Ravens Insider: First injury report released; QB Smith out on Sunday
Baltimore Sun | September 17, 2008

Medium Well: Ravens bounced from top spot; Kornheiser's MNF comment
Baltimore Sun | September 17, 2008

Big checks, big plays for Clayton
Baltimore Sun | September 17, 2008
In a Q&A, Ravens WR discusses expectations, a career outside football, one of his first jobs and more

What color jersey should Jessica Simpson wear for Cowboys games?
Baltimore Sun | September 17, 2008
Looking good trumps all

Texans consider using Rice Stadium
Baltimore Sun | September 17, 2008
Houston Texans owner Bob McNair has discussed the possibility of his team playing at Rice Stadium in the city if repairs to Reliant Stadium from Hurricane Ike can't be made in time for the first home game, Oct.5 against the Colts. The stadium's retractable roof lost five pieces in the storm, and officials said large pieces of debris had fallen into the stadium.

Former Giants WR headed to prison
Baltimore Sun | September 16, 2008
Ingram sentenced to seven years for bank fraud and money laundering Former New York Giants receiver Mark Ingram was sentenced Tuesday to more than seven years in prison for bank fraud and money laundering. It's a third term behind bars for the player who starred in the 1991 Super Bowl.

Tomlin: Roethlisberger's shoulder sprained, not separated
Baltimore Sun | September 16, 2008
Steelers coach clarifies status of QB, who's expected to play Sunday vs. Eagles Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin clarified the status of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's shoulder: Sprained but not separated.

Harbaugh welcomes challenge of extended slate of road games without bye
Baltimore Sun | September 16, 2008
Ravens coach John Harbaugh said his team is ready to tackle one of the NFL's toughest roads ahead.

Dallas wins in shootout
Baltimore Sun | September 16, 2008
Cowboys capitalize on late fumble, beat Eagles on Barber's TD; lead changes seven times Terrell Owens caught the long pass in stride, cruised into the end zone and began showing off.

Smith healthy enough to work out
Baltimore Sun | September 16, 2008
Ravens quarterback down 20 pounds since severe tonsil infection struck him nearly 4 weeks ago The Ravens expect Troy Smith to play again this season after clearing the second-year quarterback to start light conditioning work yesterday.

Sliding O's positioned to climb higher than Ravens
Baltimore Sun | September 16, 2008
W elcome to life in the parallel universes of Baltimore's professional baseball and football teams.

Texans set to practice for first time since Ike
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008
Houston's game with Ravens rescheduled for Nov. 9 The Houston Texans will resume practicing Tuesday with uncertainty about their future after Hurricane Ike seriously damaged Reliant Stadium.

T. Smith cleared for light conditioning
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008
Still no timetable for Ravens QB's return from severe tonsil infection Still no timetable for Ravens QB's return from severe tonsil infection Photos: Troy Smith

Browns' R. Smith injures Achilles
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008
Defensive end hurt during loss to Steelers, may be out for the season Browns defensive end Robaire Smith sustained a potentially season-ending injury to his left Achilles during Sunday night's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Ravens Insider: How the Ravens stack up with the rest of the league
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008

NFL roundup: Steelers top Browns, 10-6; Redskins rally to beat Saints
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008

Oakland's Kiffin could be fired by Davis today
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008
Victory over Kansas City might not matter, team insiders say In a conversation about Oakland coach Lane Kiffin in mid-August, Raiders managing general partner Al Davis said, "He's not the guy I hired."

Trust leads to 'Skins win
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008
Campbell improves in Zorn's 1st victory In his attempt to redesign the Washington Redskins' offense, rookie coach Jim Zorn has peppered Jason Campbell with all sorts of phrases. One of them: "Avoid, reset and throw."

Manning leads rally
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008
Taking a beating all afternoon, Peyton Manning peeled himself off the Metrodome turf and gave it right back to the Minnesota Vikings defense.

Cassel effective as Pats top Jets
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008
Life without Tom Brady might not be so bad for the New England Patriots after all.

Tough break for Ravens
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008
The postponement forced by Hurricane Ike has turned the Ravens' schedule into perhaps the most demanding in the NFL.

Weathering a long, hard road ahead
Baltimore Sun | September 15, 2008
T hink of it this way. Imagine if, in the first game of the John Harbaugh Era and the first game of the Joe Flacco Era, the Ravens had lost. With Hurricane Ike shaking up the remaining schedule (among other things), everybody would have had an extra week to marinate in the gloom and doom.