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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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Ravens observations: Training camp travels to College Park; padded practices to start Monday
The Ravens’ practice in College Park was the first NFL practice ever held at Maryland’s SECU Stadium, and it represented a new era of marketing possibilities.
Baltimore Ravens guard John Simpson poses for a selfie with a fan 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: Defense strikes back in frustrating day for Lamar Jackson, offense
Ravens coach Jesse Minter has called quarterback Lamar Jackson one of the NFL’s most talented players. On Friday, Minter’s defense offered a reminder of its own considerable abilities.
Quarterback Lamar Jackson completed eight of 14 passes during 11-on-11 and seven-on-seven drills, according to an unofficial tally.
Mexican, Colombian men’s soccer teams to meet in September friendly in Baltimore
The Mexican and Colombian men’s national soccer teams will meet in a September friendly in Baltimore, the teams announced Thursday.
M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore hosted a soccer match between D.C. United and Inter Miami earlier this year.
Ravens WR Zay Flowers is growing into an elite receiver. Are more touchdowns next?
Zay Flowers is the best receiver the Ravens have ever drafted, but there’s one area where he’s struggled.
Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers has 237 catches for 3,128 yards and 14 touchdowns in a three-year career.
Ravens observations: Training camp opens with a new look for Lamar Jackson
“He’s got a lot of intent right now,” Ravens coach Jesse Minter said of Lamar Jackson.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson completed 12 of 16 passes in an unofficial count during the first practice session of training camp.
Ravens reset: The most interesting stars and storylines of training camp
Summer break is over for the Ravens. Training camp is finally here, kicking off Wednesday in Owings Mills.
Ravens head coach Jesse Minter takes questions from reporters following organized team activities on May 27.
Ravens renewing Under Armour Performance Center lease with Baltimore County
The deal means the Ravens will be in Owings Mills through at least 2038.
July 28, 2026 - Baltimore Ravens President Sashi Brown speaks at a press conference announcing news regarding the Baltimore Ravens and their presence in Baltimore County at the Owings Mills training center.
Ranking the Ravens’ best players in 2026: Lamar Jackson (who else?) leads a reshuffled top 10
Lamar Jackson, a two-time NFL MVP, is still expected to power the Ravens this year. But who else will have to lead the way in Year 1 under Jesse Minter?
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson takes questions from reporters following organized team activities on May 27.
Ranking the Ravens’ best players in 2026: Who makes the top 20?
How will Rashod Bateman, Calais Campbell, Mike Green and other Ravens stack up in their first year under Jesse Minter?
Second-year safety Malaki Starks is 13th on The Banner’s ranking of the top 20 Ravens players.
Ravens training camp superlatives: Biggest wild card, most scrutinized player and more
With 90 players on the Ravens’ training camp roster and a remade coaching staff guiding them to Week 1, there’s plenty worth paying attention to.
Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey, the biggest wild card of training camp, would like to show his difficulties last season were a fluke.
Ravens shrink QB room, cutting Heisman Trophy runner-up Diego Pavia before training camp
Diego Pavia’s release creates space on the Ravens’ 90-man roster for newly signed center Ethan Pocic and leaves them with four quarterbacks.
Size, age and maturity concerns kept former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia from getting drafted.
Why Vega Ioane, Travis Jones and Malaki Starks can be the Ravens’ breakout stars in 2026
With Ravens training camp a week away, Jesse Minter’s player development will be scrutinized as he looks to lead the team back to the playoffs. But who’s primed for a breakout season?
Ravens rookie guard Vega Ioane takes questions from reporters following rookie minicamp practice on May 2.
As speculation swirls around his future, Ravens star Nnamdi Madubuike is keeping quiet
Defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike, a two-time Pro Bowl selection and one of the Ravens’ highest-paid players, has not spoken publicly since he suffered a season-ending, career-threatening neck injury in September.
Defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike arrives at the Ravens training facility for the first day of training camp.
Ravens training camp battles to watch: With Tyler Linderbaum gone, who’s next at center?
Here’s a look at the most intriguing roster battles on the Ravens’ 90-man roster, from offense to defense to special teams.
Former Cleveland Browns center Ethan Pocic (55) lines up for a play during a game against the Tennessee Titans on Dec. 7, 2025.
Ravens signing former Browns center Ethan Pocic to 1-year deal, adding potential starter
Ethan Pocic, 30, started 57 games over four years with the Cleveland Browns, but he tore his Achilles tendon in December.
Former Cleveland Browns center Ethan Pocic plays against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1.
3 big questions the Ravens must answer in training camp
The Ravens’ offseason has been quiet. Perhaps too quiet. Can they get a deal done with a center? Re-sign Lamar Jackson? And what about Nnamdi Madubuike?
Will star quarterback Lamar Jackson sign a contract extension?
Ravens star’s brother struggled with mental health issues before murder charge
Police are investigating the brother of Ravens defensive lineman Calais Campbell in connection with the death of their mother, who was found dead in the brother’s Atlanta home Tuesday.
Calais Campbell re-signed with the Ravens in May.
Kyle Youmans named ‘Voice of the Ravens,’ replacing Gerry Sandusky
Youmans replaces Gerry Sandusky, who retired in April as the Ravens’ play-by-play announcer for in-season radio and preseason TV broadcasts.
Ravens announcer Kyle Youmans.
Wizards hosting NBA draft party for top pick, court dedication for John Wall in D.C. next week
The Washington Wizards will host an NBA draft party next Tuesday night for fans, the team announced, part of a week of community events celebrating the franchise’s past and present.
Washington Wizards' John Wall, left, and NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum, pose for photos after Tatum announced that the Wizards had won the first pick in the draft lottery on May 10.
Projecting the Ravens’ 53-man roster: After mandatory minicamp, who’s in and who’s out?
As the NFL settles into its summer break, here’s a look at how the Baltimore Ravens could set their initial 53-man roster.
Ravens head coach Jesse Minter takes questions from reporters following practice in May.
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