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Jonas Shaffer

Jonas

Jonas Shaffer joined The Baltimore Banner in January 2023 as a Ravens beat reporter. He previously covered the team for The Baltimore Sun, where he first served as an editor and general-assignment reporter. He’s also worked for The Washington Post and the Cape Cod Times. Jonas grew up in Silver Spring and graduated from the University of Maryland. He made it into Sports Illustrated at age 7 after the magazine ran a small wire photo of him, in his soccer gear, next to his mother. (“SOCCER MOMS: The ultimate bench warmers.”) His athletic career peaked not long after.

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In dominant debut win, Ravens ‘take the vision’ of Jesse Minter — and look like contenders
“The opener obviously sort of feels like that first real opportunity to be the type of team we want to be,” Ravens coach Jesse Minter said after a 41-23 over Indianapolis.
Baltimore Ravens head coach Jesse Minter shakes hands with Lamar Jackson after an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in Indianapolis.
Ravens vs. Colts: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson, Daniel Jones and more
After an offseason of dramatic change in Baltimore, the Ravens’ long wait for clarity is almost over. Here's what to watch in Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts.
Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025 — Baltimore Ravens wide receiver LaJohntay Wester (83) stiff arms Indianapolis Colts cornerback Johnathan Edwards (35) in the first quarter against the Indianapolis Colts.
Ravens rookie sensation Ja’Kobi Lane is living the dream. A generation is paying attention.
“I already know what it’s like to make a hard choice, sacrifice and do what I need to,” said Ravens rookie wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane, a breakout star in training camp.
Ravens wide receiver Ja'kobi Lane watches teammates warm up for a preseason game against the Commanders in Baltimore last month.
Ravens WR Rashod Bateman on offseason arrest: ‘I can only say so much’
Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman addressed reporters Wednesday for the first time since reports emerged last month of an offseason arrest on charges that included family violence.
The Ravens are hoping wide receiver Rashod Bateman can bounce back from a disappointing season.
In Lamar Jackson’s next QB evolution, small details will make a big difference
As Lamar Jackson prepares for his ninth season in Baltimore, and perhaps his next evolution as a quarterback, his grand ambitions will depend more than ever on the small things.
OWINGS MILLS, MD - AUGUST 26: Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens attempts a pass during the Washington Commanders and Baltimore Ravens joint practice at Under Armour Performance Center Baltimore Ravens on August 26, 2026 in Owings Mills, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
What could go wrong? 10 reasons the Ravens’ Super Bowl dreams could be a mirage.
With the Ravens’ season opener against the Colts just five days away, here are 10 reasons Jesse Minter’s debut season could be a dud.
With the Ravens’ season opener against the Colts just five days away, here are 10 reasons Jesse Minter’s debut season could be a dud.
New regime, same dream: 10 reasons the Ravens can win the Super Bowl
With the Ravens’ season opener against the Colts fast approaching, here are 10 reasons this could be the year they claim the franchise’s third Lombardi Trophy.
Jesse Minter replaced John Harbaugh as Ravens coach, but nothing changed about the team’s expectations.
Ravens’ Eric DeCosta ‘optimistic’ about signing Lamar Jackson to extension, but questions linger
“I feel good about it,” Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said of the negotiations with star quarterback Lamar Jackson.
Lamar Jackson’s salary cap hit is scheduled to rise from $34.4 million in 2026 to $84.3 million in 2027.
Ravens sign kicker Jake Moody to practice squad, bringing in competition for Tyler Loop
Moody, 26, a 2023 third-round pick of the San Francisco 49ers, reunites with Ravens coach Jesse Minter, who overlapped with him at Michigan.
Place kicker Jake Moody (16) kicks a field goal ahead of the Washington Commanders’ preseason game against the Miami Dolphins on Aug. 14.
The Ravens’ 53-man roster is finalized (for now). How will their Week 1 depth chart shake out?
After a month of training camp and three preseason games, the Ravens’ initial 53-man roster is finally set. But how will coach Jesse Minter’s first team look in Week 1?
The Ravens kept defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike on the active roster, though his readiness for Week 1 is uncertain.
Ravens roster projection: Who makes the 53-man roster after perfect preseason?
Figuring out the Ravens’ roster, which will be finalized by 6 p.m. Sunday, will be a challenge for GM Eric DeCosta. Here’s a look at how he could set the team’s initial 53-man squad.
Ravens cornerbacks Keyon Martin (38) and Chandler Rivers (29) and linebacker Jay Higgins IV (49) celebrate a first-quarter play Friday night against the Commanders.
Ravens move into Commanders country as NFL marketing change sets up Maryland turf war
As of April, Prince George’s and Montgomery counties — the most populous counties in Maryland and longtime bastions for fans of Washington’s NFL franchise — are now home for the Ravens. Kind of.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) signs autographs for fans during the team's NFL football training camp at the University of Maryland in College Park, Md., Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
Ravens observations: Lamar Jackson, Baltimore get better of Commanders in joint practice
If the third joint practice of the Ravens’ preseason was indeed coach Jesse Minter’s final look at how his starters measured up to another NFL team, he should enter Week 1 confident.
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jay Higgins IV, left, and Washington Commanders running back Craig Reynolds (24) work out during the teams' NFL football joint training camp, Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
With NFL reviewing his arrest, what’s next for Ravens’ Rashod Bateman?
The NFL is looking into an early-morning June 3 incident that led to Bateman’s arrest on a family violence charge.
With the Ravens’ season opener three weeks away, it’s unclear how an NFL investigation could impact the availability of wide receiver Rashod Bateman.
Ravens WR Rashod Bateman arrested in June for allegedly smashing windshield of car with child inside, records show
Police said Bateman used an object to break the windshield of the victim’s car, along with the driver’s-side window. The glass shattering caused multiple small lacerations to the victim’s face.
Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman during a game against the New England Patriots last season.
Ravens center Danny Pinter will miss ‘extended’ time with knee injury, opening battle for job
Ravens center Danny Pinter was carted off the field Wednesday after suffering a knee injury during an 11-on-11 period at the Vikings’ facility in Eagan, Minnesota.
Ravens center Danny Pinter (63) in action during the first half of a preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Aug. 15.
Ravens center Danny Pinter, a potential starter, carted off field in joint practice vs. Vikings
Pinter had taken most of the first-team snaps at center during offseason workouts and training camp.
Indianapolis Colts center Danny Pinter runs on to the field before a game against the Seattle Seahawks on Dec. 14, 2025.
Lamar Jackson is evolving in the Ravens’ new offense. Just look at his footwork.
In coordinator Declan Doyle’s new offense, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson’s footwork is different. He starts with his left foot staggered ahead of his right, a notable change from previous years.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson gets ready to throw the ball during the team's training camp practice on Aug. 11.
After offseason tragedy, Ravens star Calais Campbell is playing through the pain
Calais Campbell loved his mother. He also loves football. And that is what has made this summer so hard and so necessary.
Baltimore Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell (93) watches during the team's NFL football training camp, Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md.
O.J. Brigance, beloved Raven who battled ALS for almost 2 decades, dies at 56
In statements, Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti and executive vice president Ozzie Newsome said they were “devastated” by Brigance's death.
Former Baltimore Ravens linebacker O. J. Brigance is introduced on the sidelines prior to the Ravens hosting the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium Sunday night.
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