As surprising as it was to see TE Todd Heap catch only seven passes in Baltimore's first four games, it would be an even bigger surprise if he weren’t a bigger part of the offense in the weeks to come. Several factors contributed to Heap’s lack of catches early. He frequently has been utilized as a blocker as the Ravens try to protect QB Joe Flacco. Also, ... More>
One week ago, the Ravens were unbeaten heading into a Monday-night game at Pittsburgh. Now, they are 2-2 as a trip to Indianapolis — a club that has beaten Baltimore in each of the past four seasons — looms. The Ravens’ latest loss, a 13-10 defeat to Tennessee, was especially painful, as Baltimore led for much of the second half. One disputed call helped tilt matters in the Titans’ favor late. With the Titans facing a 3rd-and-10 ... More>
Sept. 30: Practice-squad deletion: QB Casey Bramlet.
Sept. 16: Practice-squad addition: NT J'Vonne Parker (released by Ravens 8/31, from Ravens practice squad 9/11). Practice-squad deletion: WR Matt Willis.
Sept. 11: Contract terminated: NT J'Vonne Parker. Practice-squad addition: PK Steven Hauschka (released by Ravens 9/9).
Sept. 9: Contract terminated: TE Nate Lawrie. Practice-squad addition: DE Edgar Jones (released by Ravens 9/5). Placed on waivers: PK Steven Hauschka; OT Mike Kracalik.
Sept. 8: Reinstated: CB Derrick Martin (from reserve/suspended by commissioner; CB Fabian Washington (from reserve/suspended by commissioner.
Sept. 5: Roster addition: OT Willie Anderson (released by Bengals 8/30). Placed on waivers: TE Edgar Jones.
Sept. 3: Roster addition: QB Todd Bouman (released by Jaguars 8/30). Assigned on waivers: CB Evan Oglesby from Cowboys. Reserve/injured: QB Kyle Boller (shoulder). Placed on waivers: CB Anwar Phillips.
Sept. 2: Practice-squad addition: DT J'Vonne Parker (released by Ravens 9/1). Practice-squad injured: WR Justin Harper.
Sept. 1: Placed on waivers: CB David Pittman (from reserve/injured, injury settlement). Practice-squad additions: QB Casey Bramlet; WR Justin Harper, WR Ernie Wheelwright, WR Matt Willis; OT Joe Reitz (all released by Ravens 8/31); TE Nate Lawrie (released by Bengals 8/31); RB Marcus Mason (released by Redskins 8/31; DE Bryan Mattison (released by Jets 8/31).
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Free Agents
UFAs — DE Kenny King, S Gerome Sapp, OLB Terrell Suggs (franchise). RFAs — DT Amon Gordon, ILB Mike Smith. Key arrivals — Traded for Raiders CB Fabian Washington, April 27 (2008 fourth-round pick); Ex-Packer UFA CB Frank Walker, March 13 (two years, $3.5 million); Ex-Bear UFA LB Brendon Ayanbadejo, March 6 (four years, $4.9 million). Key departures — OT Jonathan Ogden retired, June 12; UFA RB Musa Smith signed by the Jets, May 27; QB Steve McNair retired, April 17; UFA RS B.J. Sams signed by the Chiefs, April 10 (one year). Key re-signings — RFA OG Jason Brown signed one-year tender, April 21 ($1.47 million); RFA LS Matt Katula, April 17; UFA SLB Nick Greisen, March 25 (three years); RFA FB Justin Green, March 18. Other personnel moves — Signed ex-Jets FA OG Adrien Clarke, May 15; UFA WR Devard Darling signed by the Chiefs, March 11 (three years); Released RB Mike Anderson, Feb. 27.#
TEAM DIRECTORY
John Harbaugh
Baltimore Ravens
1 Winning Drive
Owings Mills, MD 21117
410/701-4000
Official Web site: www.baltimoreravens.com
Stadium: M&T Bank Stadium
Capacity: 70,107
Playing surface: Sportexe Momentum Turf
2007 record: 5-11; fourth in AFC North
Owner: Steve Bisciotti; Minority owner: Art Modell; President: Dick Cass; General manager/executive vice president: Ozzie Newsome; Director of college scouting: Eric DeCosta; Director of pro personnel: George Kokinis Head coach: John Harbaugh Assistant coaches: Clarence Brooks, defensive line; Cam Cameron, offensive coordinator; Mark Carrier, defensive backs; John Dunn, asst. strength and conditioning; Vic Fangio, special assistant to head coach; Wade Harman, tight ends; Jim Hostler, wide receivers; Hue Jackson, quarterbacks; Marwan Maalouf, asst. special teams; John Matsko, offensive line; Greg Mattison, linebackers; Andy Moeller, asst. offensive line; Wilbert Montgomery, running backs; Chuck Pagano, secondary; Mike Pettine, outside linebackers; Bob Rogucki, strength and conditioning; Jerry Rosburg, special-teams coordinator; Rex Ryan, asst. head coach/defensive coordinator; Craig Ver Steeg, offensive quality control.
