Jonas Shaffer
Ravens reporter
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 vs. Bills: 5 things to watch, including Zay Flowers, James Cook and the trade deadline
The Ravens cannot restart their season Sunday at the new Highmark Stadium. But they could reframe it with a win over the Bills.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson, returning from ankle injury, on track to start vs. Bills
Lamar Jackson is expected to be listed as a full participant in all three practice sessions this week, coach Jesse Minter said.
Jesse Minter thinks the Ravens are ‘too much of a momentum team.’ Not everyone agrees.
“Right now, we’re too much of a momentum team,” Ravens coach Jesse Minter said Sunday. “We’re riding the wave when it’s good, and we’re riding the wave when it’s bad.”
From offensive penalties to red-zone defense, the Ravens have these 5 flaws to fix
The Ravens have plenty of issues besides quarterback Lamar Jackson’s health. Here are five potentially fatal flaws as they prepare to face the Buffalo Bills.
What to know about Justin Tucker’s return to the NFL and the allegations against him
The longtime Ravens kicker, who was suspended by the NFL following a Banner investigation that revealed 16 massage therapists had accused him of inappropriate conduct, has not played since 2025.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson is full participant in practice, increasing likelihood of return vs. Bills
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was a full participant in practice Wednesday for the first time since suffering a high-ankle sprain on Oct. 4.
Why do Lamar Jackson’s injuries turn into medical mysteries? There’s a clear diagnosis.
Why there’s so much drama around Lamar Jackson’s pain.
Was Lamar Jackson missing Sunday’s game a ‘shock’ to Ravens? Jesse Minter says not quite.
Coach Jesse Minter said Monday that Wolfson’s tweet had mischaracterized Lamar Jackson’s situation “a little bit,” though he didn’t elaborate.
Dominant in the 1st half. Duds in the 2nd. Good luck figuring out these Ravens.
Inside the 2026 Ravens are two teams. One is a Super Bowl contender. The other is a fiasco.
Ravens vs. Bengals: 5 things to watch, including Marlon Humphrey, Trey Hendrickson and Dexter Lawrence
As the Ravens look to avoid their second-ever 0-2 start in AFC North play, here’s what to watch in their Week 7 game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson ruled out vs. Bengals, will miss 3rd straight game
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has been ruled out of Sunday’s AFC North showdown against the Cincinnati Bengals, the third straight game he’ll miss because of a high-ankle sprain.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson questionable vs. Bengals; Tavius Robinson will miss rest of season with injury
The Ravens will be without outside linebacker Tavius Robinson for the rest of the season, coach Jesse Minter announced.
How Cam Jurgens aims to fix the Ravens’ battered offensive line
The Ravens’ path to their most talented starting offensive line in years has been anything but straightforward. Just look at all their injuries and personnel moves.
Who could replace Michael Locksley at Maryland? Here are 16 potential candidates.
For the first time since 2019, Maryland needs a new football coach. Here are 16 potential candidates.
Trey Hendrickson looks like a star edge rusher again. Do the Ravens have a running mate?
Since 2021, Trey Hendrickson has 59 sacks as a right-sided pass rusher and none as a left-sided pass rusher. The Ravens need his production, but they also need more help across from him.
Ravens hopeful that Lamar Jackson, Cam Jurgens will be available vs. Bengals
Head coach Jesse Minter said Lamar Jackson, who hasn’t played since the Ravens’ Oct. 4 win over the Tennessee Titans, could “potentially” return to practice this week.
A loss in Cleveland already hurt. The Ravens’ looming gauntlet could prolong the pain.
Sunday’s loss at Huntington Bank Field had all the hallmarks of a vintage Ravens collapse. It was not. This Ravens loss in Cleveland was more significant.
Instant analysis: Ravens fumble it away. Again.
The Ravens (4-2) had just 72 yards and were held scoreless after halftime as they struggled in their AFC North opener.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson will miss second straight start; Cam Jurgens also ruled out vs. Browns
With Lamar Jackson unavailable, backup Tyler Huntley will make his second straight start and third in the Ravens’ past eight games, dating to the end of last season.
Ravens vs. Browns: 5 things to watch, including Ja’Kobi Lane, Cam Jurgens and third-and-long
Here’s what to watch in the Ravens’ Week 6 matchup against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field.
