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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.

The latest from Jonas Shaffer

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.
Ravens roster projection: How will Eric DeCosta address uncertainty in the trenches?
As the Ravens prepare for their midweek joint practices and Saturday’s preseason game against the Vikings, here’s a look at how GM Eric DeCosta could set their initial roster.
Ravens tight end Matt Hibner catches a pass from quarterback Tyler Huntley in the first quarter Saturday night.
Ravens risers and fallers: Rookies impress vs. Eagles as Jesse Minter wins easily in debut
The Ravens coasted to a 24-7 win Saturday night over the Eagles, holding the defending NFC East champions scoreless for over 57 minutes.
Ravens wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane dives into the end zone for a 16-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter Saturday night.
8 months after tearing ACL, Ravens’ Teddye Buchanan activated off PUP list
In 14 games as a rookie last year, Buchanan finished third on the Ravens in tackles (93) and tied for fourth in tackles for loss (five).
Teddye Buchanan (40) was a fourth-round draft pick of the Ravens in 2025.
Ravens observations: Starting corners expected to return next week; Lamar Jackson sharp
Cornerbacks Nate Wiggins and Marlon Humphrey are dealing with ‘a couple small things.’
Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey is not expected to miss extended time.
As Ravens prepare for preseason opener, is there room for another roster surprise?
As the Ravens prepare for their preseason opener Saturday night against the Philadelphia Eagles, Eric DeCosta and Jesse Minter have a roster bubble that might not budge much.
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta is facing a roster bubble that might not budge.
Ravens observations: Nnamdi Madubuike progressing in recovery; Marlon Humphrey leaves practice
For the first time in over 11 months, the Ravens’ Nnamdi Madubuike got back in the line for defensive line drills Wednesday.
Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike (92) works out during practice at the team's NFL football training camp, Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
The Ravens need more from their tight ends. Could a ‘rough’ training camp get them right?
The Ravens lost plenty from their tight end room this offseason. And they could replace only so much.
Ravens tight ends Ty Pezza, (84), Josh Cuevas (85) Mark Andrews (89) and Durham Smythe (80) take a break after completing drills during practice on July 29.
Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins carted off the field with apparent leg injury
Wiggins is coming off a season where he finished with 57 solo tackles, three interceptions, and 14 passes defensed.
Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins celebrates after intercepting a Cleveland Browns pass in the second half on Nov. 16.
Ravens risers and fallers: A look at who’s trending early in training camp
The Ravens’ first 10 training camp practices under coach Jesse Minter have had something for almost everyone.
Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike (92) works out during practice at the team's NFL football training camp, Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
Ravens observations: Penalties, Ja’Kobi Lane and Tyler Loop stand out in ‘physical’ practice
With their preseason opener less than a week away, the Ravens couldn’t help but get ahead of themselves Sunday at training camp.
Kyle Hamilton forced an apparent safety during training camp practice Sunday, when most of the highlights belonged to the defense.
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