Sam Cohn
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· Nov 27
Ravens legend Jamal Lewis sees ‘last of a dying breed’ in Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley
Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley are spearheading a running back renaissance. Ravens legend Jamal Lewis calls them the ‘last of a dying breed.’
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“Being a running back today ain’t sexy,” Ravens legend Jamal Lewis said. In Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley, he told me he sees "the last of a dying breed."
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NFL kickers are booting the ball farther than ever. How long until Justin Tucker’s record falls (and could #Ravens kicker Tyler Loop break it)? (via @samdcohn.bsky.social) www.baltimoresun.com/2025/09/18/n...
NFL kickers are pushing limits. Could Ravens’ Tyler Loop make history?
Ravens rookie Tyler Loop says the day is coming when an NFL kicker will make a 67-yard field goal to break Justin Tucker’s record.
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September 18, 2025 at 12:03 PM
NFL kickers are booting the ball farther than ever. How long until Justin Tucker’s record falls (and could #Ravens kicker Tyler Loop break it)? (via @samdcohn.bsky.social) www.baltimoresun.com/2025/09/18/n...
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😡 ‘All the Ravens had to do was close the door and twist the lock.’ @samdcohn.bsky.social www.baltimoresun.com/2025/09/08/5...
5 things we learned from the Ravens’ 41-40 loss to the Bills
The Ravens choked away a two-touchdown lead in the final five minutes against the Bills. Here are five things we learned.
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September 8, 2025 at 12:44 PM
😡 ‘All the Ravens had to do was close the door and twist the lock.’ @samdcohn.bsky.social www.baltimoresun.com/2025/09/08/5...
In today's @baltimoresun, our Ravens special section season preview reads:
History professor Zach Orr: tinyurl.com/3rjjt5z7
A more vocal 8, via @brianwacker1.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/mv6awcds
Mike Preston on drama afoot?: tinyurl.com/mvmf4fue
History professor Zach Orr: tinyurl.com/3rjjt5z7
A more vocal 8, via @brianwacker1.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/mv6awcds
Mike Preston on drama afoot?: tinyurl.com/mvmf4fue
August 31, 2025 at 4:14 PM
In today's @baltimoresun, our Ravens special section season preview reads:
History professor Zach Orr: tinyurl.com/3rjjt5z7
A more vocal 8, via @brianwacker1.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/mv6awcds
Mike Preston on drama afoot?: tinyurl.com/mvmf4fue
History professor Zach Orr: tinyurl.com/3rjjt5z7
A more vocal 8, via @brianwacker1.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/mv6awcds
Mike Preston on drama afoot?: tinyurl.com/mvmf4fue
Ravens announce they'll no longer be holding a joint practice with the Washington Commanders next Thursday, citing "logistical challenges" and differing schedules coming off their individual preseason openers.
August 14, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Ravens announce they'll no longer be holding a joint practice with the Washington Commanders next Thursday, citing "logistical challenges" and differing schedules coming off their individual preseason openers.
Meet Matt Robinson, the "X's and O's guy" behind Baltimore's pass rush. Tavius Robinson called him one of the smartest coaches he's ever been around.
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Meet the Ravens’ ‘X’s and O’s guy’ behind their rising pass rush
Ravens assistant Matt Robinson is a Columbia native and University of Maryland graduate who specializes in the nuance of pass rush.
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August 12, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Meet Matt Robinson, the "X's and O's guy" behind Baltimore's pass rush. Tavius Robinson called him one of the smartest coaches he's ever been around.
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The Ravens couldn’t escape a meaningless preseason football game completely healthy, but they beat the Indianapolis Colts, 24-16, behind two show-stopping ball carriers. Here are 5 things we learned from the game:
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5 things we learned from the Ravens’ preseason win over the Colts
The Ravens couldn’t escape a meaningless preseason football game completely healthy, but they beat the Colts behind two show-stopping ball carriers.
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August 8, 2025 at 2:37 PM
The Ravens couldn’t escape a meaningless preseason football game completely healthy, but they beat the Indianapolis Colts, 24-16, behind two show-stopping ball carriers. Here are 5 things we learned from the game:
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Ravens vs. Colts pregame flicks, courtesy of Ken Lam/BaltSun. Get hyped.
August 7, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Ravens vs. Colts pregame flicks, courtesy of Ken Lam/BaltSun. Get hyped.
They're going to play football here soon. They does not include most starters. Ravens vs. Colts preseason opener kicks off in ~90min.
August 7, 2025 at 9:35 PM
They're going to play football here soon. They does not include most starters. Ravens vs. Colts preseason opener kicks off in ~90min.
Observations from a light, Lamar Jackson-less practice. The drama ensues tomorrow, which Zach Orr considers the first of "two games this week.”
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Ravens observations: No Lamar Jackson on a light practice day
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson missed Monday’s training camp practice with an excused absence. He didn’t miss much.
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August 4, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Observations from a light, Lamar Jackson-less practice. The drama ensues tomorrow, which Zach Orr considers the first of "two games this week.”
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Pretty quiet practice today with no 8 and no pads. First real cheers were for a Cooper Rush downfield strike to Zay Flowers for a touchdown.
A few plays later Tylan Wallace corralled in a Rush throw for a TD over Nate Wiggins.
A few plays later Tylan Wallace corralled in a Rush throw for a TD over Nate Wiggins.
August 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Pretty quiet practice today with no 8 and no pads. First real cheers were for a Cooper Rush downfield strike to Zay Flowers for a touchdown.
A few plays later Tylan Wallace corralled in a Rush throw for a TD over Nate Wiggins.
A few plays later Tylan Wallace corralled in a Rush throw for a TD over Nate Wiggins.
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson will not practice today for a pre-planned excused absence.
August 4, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson will not practice today for a pre-planned excused absence.
Ravens are back in Owings Mills today. Here's some Monday lunch break reading material:
Inside first stadium practice, via @brianwacker1.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/snvp6w8t
Loop's "A+++" practice: tinyurl.com/53s26xwd
Breakout year for Nate Wiggins incoming?: tinyurl.com/3z9yzv9e
Inside first stadium practice, via @brianwacker1.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/snvp6w8t
Loop's "A+++" practice: tinyurl.com/53s26xwd
Breakout year for Nate Wiggins incoming?: tinyurl.com/3z9yzv9e
August 4, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Ravens are back in Owings Mills today. Here's some Monday lunch break reading material:
Inside first stadium practice, via @brianwacker1.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/snvp6w8t
Loop's "A+++" practice: tinyurl.com/53s26xwd
Breakout year for Nate Wiggins incoming?: tinyurl.com/3z9yzv9e
Inside first stadium practice, via @brianwacker1.bsky.social: tinyurl.com/snvp6w8t
Loop's "A+++" practice: tinyurl.com/53s26xwd
Breakout year for Nate Wiggins incoming?: tinyurl.com/3z9yzv9e
Year 2 Nate Wiggins may be on the precipice of a breakout season.
“I think he’s probably going to have one of the bigger jumps from last year to this year of anybody on the team."
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“I think he’s probably going to have one of the bigger jumps from last year to this year of anybody on the team."
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Ravens CB Nate Wiggins in Year 2 is ‘a totally different ballgame’
Looking for a breakout Ravens candidate? Look no further than second-year cornerback Nate Wiggins.
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August 4, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Year 2 Nate Wiggins may be on the precipice of a breakout season.
“I think he’s probably going to have one of the bigger jumps from last year to this year of anybody on the team."
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“I think he’s probably going to have one of the bigger jumps from last year to this year of anybody on the team."
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The Ravens use a Trackman (like in golf) for detailed data on every Tyler Loop kick. Jordan Stout said Loop's longest make was clocked traveling 78 yards.
“I think he has the biggest leg I’ve ever seen.”
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“I think he has the biggest leg I’ve ever seen.”
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Ravens kicker Tyler Loop receives ‘A+++’ grade for first stadium practice
“I’ve been around a lot of people,” Ravens holder Jordan Stout said of kicker Tyler Loop. “I think he has the biggest leg I’ve ever seen.”
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August 4, 2025 at 1:03 PM
The Ravens use a Trackman (like in golf) for detailed data on every Tyler Loop kick. Jordan Stout said Loop's longest make was clocked traveling 78 yards.
“I think he has the biggest leg I’ve ever seen.”
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“I think he has the biggest leg I’ve ever seen.”
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Meet Maryland's new men's basketball coach, Buzz Williams. "He's an unusual person," one of his former coaches said, "in a good way."
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New Maryland basketball coach Buzz Williams is ‘unusual in a good way’
New Maryland men’s basketball coach Buzz Williams is a gifted leader and proven winner, but his intense style sometimes “wears on people.”
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April 10, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Meet Maryland's new men's basketball coach, Buzz Williams. "He's an unusual person," one of his former coaches said, "in a good way."
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Thank you for the visit. @baltimoresun.bsky.social. Fun comparing notes on access to the teams we cover, where great ideas come from and more. #TimSchwartz #ChildsWalker
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March 6, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Thank you for the visit. @baltimoresun.bsky.social. Fun comparing notes on access to the teams we cover, where great ideas come from and more. #TimSchwartz #ChildsWalker
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The massage therapists’ allegations of Justin Tucker’s behavior in Baltimore spas highlight the sexualized stigma those in the industry have to contend with. Justin Tucker says they shouldn’t have to, @samdcohn.bsky.social reports. www.baltimoresun.com/2025/02/12/r...
Ravens’ Justin Tucker: ‘Massage therapists deserve to work in a safe and respectful environment’
The allegations against Ravens kicker Justin Tucker perpetuate a hyper-sexualized stigma that is damaging to the massage therapy profession.
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February 12, 2025 at 11:10 PM
The massage therapists’ allegations of Justin Tucker’s behavior in Baltimore spas highlight the sexualized stigma those in the industry have to contend with. Justin Tucker says they shouldn’t have to, @samdcohn.bsky.social reports. www.baltimoresun.com/2025/02/12/r...
From the steep grass hills behind Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in Dallas to the AFC divisional round, on preparing for what Derrick Henry told AJ Billings would "be one of those years that's not going to be forgotten."
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January 16, 2025 at 6:08 PM
From the steep grass hills behind Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in Dallas to the AFC divisional round, on preparing for what Derrick Henry told AJ Billings would "be one of those years that's not going to be forgotten."
www.baltimoresun.com/2025/01/16/r...
www.baltimoresun.com/2025/01/16/r...
"People were talking about somebody else not coming back and not so much me."
On a career year for Kyle Van Noy, exceeding expectations at 33 while guiding Baltimore's young pass rushers.
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On a career year for Kyle Van Noy, exceeding expectations at 33 while guiding Baltimore's young pass rushers.
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Ravens’ ‘ageless wonder’ Kyle Van Noy is having a career year
Kyle Van Noy’s career-high 12 1/2 sacks were more than the Ravens could have hoped for from the 33-year-old in Year 11.
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January 9, 2025 at 7:39 PM
"People were talking about somebody else not coming back and not so much me."
On a career year for Kyle Van Noy, exceeding expectations at 33 while guiding Baltimore's young pass rushers.
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On a career year for Kyle Van Noy, exceeding expectations at 33 while guiding Baltimore's young pass rushers.
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John Harbaugh said it's not a season-ending injury for Ravens WR Zay Flowers (knee). He'll be day-to-day.
January 6, 2025 at 4:09 PM
John Harbaugh said it's not a season-ending injury for Ravens WR Zay Flowers (knee). He'll be day-to-day.
Per NextGenStats, Tylan Wallace's Week 10 TD was the most incredible YAC of the 2024 regular season and Derrick Henry accounted for 2 of the top-3 remarkable rushes (Weeks 4 and 7).
January 6, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Per NextGenStats, Tylan Wallace's Week 10 TD was the most incredible YAC of the 2024 regular season and Derrick Henry accounted for 2 of the top-3 remarkable rushes (Weeks 4 and 7).
"The bus was out of gas."
From last night, on a perfect what-just-happened way to end the regular season: www.baltimoresun.com/2025/01/04/r...
From last night, on a perfect what-just-happened way to end the regular season: www.baltimoresun.com/2025/01/04/r...
January 5, 2025 at 4:23 PM
"The bus was out of gas."
From last night, on a perfect what-just-happened way to end the regular season: www.baltimoresun.com/2025/01/04/r...
From last night, on a perfect what-just-happened way to end the regular season: www.baltimoresun.com/2025/01/04/r...
“That was probably the last thing we all thought was gonna happen on that play."
On a fun night for the Ravens defense:
On a fun night for the Ravens defense:
Ravens players shocked and thrilled after DT Michael Pierce’s first interception
Ravens coach John Harbaugh called Pierce’s turnover “the most crazy, amazing play in NFL history” on a day when the defense had all the fun.
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January 5, 2025 at 3:17 AM
“That was probably the last thing we all thought was gonna happen on that play."
On a fun night for the Ravens defense:
On a fun night for the Ravens defense:
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January 5, 2025 at 1:57 AM
Wrote about the success of Baltimore's pass rush this week: baltimoresun.com/2025/01/03/r...
“It’s even better when everyone was kind of bitching about [us not] having a pass rush here."
“It’s even better when everyone was kind of bitching about [us not] having a pass rush here."
With that Odafe Oweh sack, this is the fourth season in Ravens history that two players reached double-digit sack totals (Kyle Van Noy, Oweh). Last time was 2014 with Terrell Suggs and Elvis Dumervil.
January 4, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Wrote about the success of Baltimore's pass rush this week: baltimoresun.com/2025/01/03/r...
“It’s even better when everyone was kind of bitching about [us not] having a pass rush here."
“It’s even better when everyone was kind of bitching about [us not] having a pass rush here."