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Kyle Goon: The best way for Lamar Jackson to protect himself next season is with a new contract now
COLUMN | The Ravens’ franchise quarterback has a lot to gain from an extension before the new league year begins Wednesday. But the biggest advantage will be how the Ravens can help him with a better supporting cast.
The Ravens need Lamar Jackson’s help to unlock the most salary cap space they can to build his supporting cast.
Kyle Goon: Gunnar Henderson’s WBC tear reminds the Orioles of what they missed last October
COLUMN | With the franchise shortstop going 4-for-5 in his WBC start against Great Britain on Saturday, it's a reminder that Gunnar Henderson can be at his best when the games matter. That's one reason it's imperative for the Orioles to get back to the playoffs this fall.
Gunnar Henderson of the U.S. celebrates after driving in two runs in the fifth inning against Great Britain on Saturday in the World Baseball Classic.
Ravens sign backup quarterback Tyler Huntley to 2-year extension
The Ravens secured the backup QB position after a season in which Tyler Huntley kept their postseason ambitions alive in two key starts.
Tyler Huntley has passed for 3,212 yards and 13 touchdowns in six NFL seasons.
Kyle Goon: There are so many reasons the Ravens should trade for Maxx Crosby
COLUMN | Getting the All-Pro pass rusher from the Las Vegas Raiders could put the Ravens defense back on the path to being elite.
Marcus Mariota No. 8 of the Washington Commanders rushes the ball against Maxx Crosby No. 98 of the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 3.
Brandon Hyde looks back on his last Orioles season: ‘I wish I could have done more’
“It’s just a strange feeling, kind of the way it happened in May and then not seeing people for a while,” Hyde said. “But it’s great to see these guys.”
Former Orioles manager Brandon Hyde speaks with reporters at the Tampa Bay Rays spring training facility on March 5.
Kyle Goon: Vance Honeycutt’s stunning home run streak gives hope for a slow-starting career
COLUMN | The Orioles 2024 first-rounder has disappointed at the plate so far in his minor league journey, but with four home runs in four at-bats, his stunning power is turning heads this spring.
Orioles outfielder Vance Honeycutt has homered in all four of his at-bats this spring.
Commanders: 4 takeaways from what Dan Quinn and Adam Peters said at the combine
Coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters acknowledged that the Commanders’ roster needs work.
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn speaks to the media during the 2026 NFL scouting combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Kyle Goon: Ravens GM Eric DeCosta’s survival depends on his big moves before the NFL draft
COLUMN | John Harbaugh’s offseason firing leads to added pressure for general manager Eric DeCosta, the biggest decision-maker left from a disastrous 2025 season. He must be aggressive with the players he has to ensure a positive outlook for the next campaign.
Baltimore Ravens executive vice president and general manager Eric DeCosta takes questions from reporters in January.
Kyle Goon: After being passed over by the NFL, Anthony Weaver shows grace in return to Ravens
COLUMN | Baltimore's new defensive coordinator interviewed for five head coaching jobs, didn't get any of them, and now won't call plays for the Ravens. Anthony Weaver has shown remarkable humility and grace, which might be the qualities that get him to the head coaching ranks.
New Ravens defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver interviewed for five head coaching positions this offseason.
What we learned from new Ravens coordinators: Lamar’s room for growth and a defense to be feared
Each coordinator shared his vision and plans for the Ravens as the new coaching staff looks to hit the ground running.
Offensive coordinator Declan Doyle speaks to reporters during a news conference introducing the new coordinators at the Ravens’ training facility.
Kyle Goon: The Orioles keep telling us they have money to spend in free agency. Then spend it already.
COLUMN | The Orioles are spending less on payroll this year than last. Their constant claim that they have unlimited resources rings hollow when they keep coming up short in free agency.
Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias speaks Monday prior to a ribbon cutting for the new Orioles Player Development Complex at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida.
Kyle Goon: Ravens fans can lament losing Mike Macdonald, but also find hope in his success
COLUMN | The Super Bowl’s winning head coach was calling Baltimore’s defense two years ago, which might be painful for some fans. But in Jesse Minter, the Ravens have a chance to forge a future that outshines hypotheticals.
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald holds the trophy as quarterback Sam Darnold, right, and others look on after the team's win in the NFL Super Bowl 60 football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, Calif.
Kyle Goon: How Jesse Minter made the most of an ugly season at Vanderbilt
COLUMN: On an otherwise spectacular résumé, Jesse Minter’s one-year tenure as defensive coordinator of a 2-10 Vanderbilt team stands out.
Ravens president Sashi Brown, left, head coach Jesse Minter, center, and general manager Eric DeCosta take questions from reporters during Minter's introductory news conference on Jan. 29.
Carmelo Anthony’s prep basketball tournament (finally) returns to Baltimore proper
Carmelo Anthony’s basketball tournament is heading to Morgan State a year after being held in Harford County. Organizers have long hoped to bring the prep basketball showcase back inside Baltimore City.
Carmelo Anthony addresses the crowd during the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony on Sept. 6, 2025.
Kyle Goon: Jesse Minter can’t just be Harbaugh 2.0 with the Ravens. He must find his own voice.
COLUMN: A direct descendant of the Jim and John Harbaugh tree, Jesse Minter knows what has worked for the Ravens. But he needs to establish his own identity and culture to transcend his predecessor.
FILE -Michigan defensive coordinator Jesse Minter watches against East Carolina in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023.
Kyle Goon: In his charge to New York, John Harbaugh shows a willingness to repeat old mistakes
COLUMN: The new Giants coach is sounding a lot like the old Ravens coach. Is repeating everything he did in Baltimore a good idea for John Harbaugh right after he got fired?
New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh speaks to the media after being introduced at the team's training facility on Tuesday.
Kyle Goon: Roman Hemby didn’t want to leave the Terps. But at Indiana he has outgrown them.
COLUMN: Roman Hemby is loyal to a fault so, when his mom suggested he stay home for college with the Terps, he obliged. But after being told by Mike Locksley that he shouldn’t come back for one more year, Hemby found his way to Indiana. Now he has a chance to win a national championship.
Roman Hemby of Indiana goes out of bounds just short of the end zone during the Hoosiers’ win over Oregon in the national semifinals.
Kyle Goon: The Ravens are challenging Lamar Jackson to take the reins. He has to accept his power.
COLUMN: The Ravens quarterback is a two-time MVP on the field, but he can be evasive off of it. He dodges questions about his contract and his relationships with key members of the franchise. It's time for Lamar Jackson to step up his off-field commitment to the franchise and become a key stakeholder.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has an invitation from owner Steve Bisciotti to participate in interviews for the team’s head coaching vacancy.
Kyle Goon: Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti fired John Harbaugh for the right reasons. He’ll probably hire the right successor, too.
COLUMN: He picked the right head coach 18 years ago, and his justification for finally firing John Harbaugh make a lot of sense. It shows the 65-year-old billionaire has a strong grasp of what his franchise needed to stop regressing — and builds confidence that he'll make a good hire again.
Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti takes questions from reporters during the team’s end-of-season news conference Monday.
Kyle Goon: Baltimore native Derik Queen is meeting his sky-high expectations in the NBA. Of course he is.
The one-and-done Terps star is meeting his moment in pro basketball after a controversial trade on draft night. His natural confidence, and some mentorship from accomplished big men, has helped him adjust.
Derik Queen #22 of the New Orleans Pelicans goes to the basket against the Alex Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena on January 9, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
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