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    Don Martindale: Ravens are “disappointed” by Michael Pierce not being in shape

    Getty Images The Ravens pulled defensive tackle Michael Pierce from practice on Tuesday for his own health, given that they believed he wasn’t in shape. On Wednesday, defensive coordinator Don Martindale discussed the situation. “Of course you’re disappointed,” Martindale said, via Jamison...
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    Ravens throwing a lot on the canvas as they build new offense

    Offensive coordinator Greg Roman and other members of the Ravens offensive coaching staff were tasked with building an entirely new offense around quarterback Lamar Jackson this offseason. Roman said starting from “square zero” was something that many of the coaches have always wanted to do and...
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    Ravens pull Michael Pierce from practice “for his own health”

    Getty Images Defensive tackle Michael Pierce hit the practice field with the Ravens on Tuesday for the first time this offseason, but it was a short stay. Jamison Hensley of ESPN reports that Pierce looked “much heavier” than he did last season when he came out for a pre-practice stretching...
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    Jimmy Smith not sweating his contract

    Getty Images Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith is heading into the final year of his contract, but he’s not worrying about his future. “That’s going to play itself out,” Smith said. “The Ravens know I always want to be here, but whatever happens, happens. I know I can still play the game, so if...
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    John Harbaugh: Chris Moore is ready to break out this year

    Getty Images The development of quarterback Lamar Jackson may be the top headline for the Ravens offense this year, but it’s not the only thing needed for the team to take strides on that side of the ball. In order for Jackson to make strides as a thrower, the team will also need some of the...
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    Tyus Bowser: I’m going to show what I can do as a pass rusher

    Getty Images The Ravens drafted linebacker Tyus Bowser in the second round of the 2017 draft after he produced 22.5 sacks at the University of Houston, but he hasn’t had the same kind of production in the NFL. Bowser has 3.5 sacks over 31 games in his first two seasons, but he could have an...
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    Ravens QB coach: Ball coming out cleaner for Lamar Jackson

    Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson might have been the last to know that the team is installing an entirely new offense this offseason, but the focus of his efforts to improve on his rookie season was clear before that revelation. Jackson has to become a more effective thrower after helping...
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    John Harbaugh “not worried” about Gerald McCoy opting for Carolina

    Getty Images The Ravens were one of three teams to host defensive tackle Gerald McCoy on visits after he was released by the Buccaneers, but they weren’t the team that landed his signature on a contract. McCoy opted to sign with the Panthers this week, leaving the Ravens to look elsewhere for...
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    Ravens agree to deal with first-rounder Marquise Brown

    Getty Images The Ravens haven’t gotten a good look at Marquise Brown on the field yet, but they have his name on the dotted line. The team announced that their first-round pick had agreed to his four-year rookie deal. Brown’s still recovering from foot surgery in February, but the Ravens have...
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    Hayden Hurst: Ravens are “loaded” at tight end

    Ravens tight end Hayden Hurst says he put on 20 pounds of muscle this offseason, and he’s flexing some of that muscle in discussing the team’s tight end position. Hurst said he believes himself, Mark Andrews and Nick Boyle comprise a great group of tight ends who are going to bolster the...
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    Report: Gerald McCoy hopes to have a team today

    Free agent defensive tackle Gerald McCoy remains unsigned, but that could change soon. McCoy hopes to make a decision some time today, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. The 31-year-old McCoy, who was released by the Buccaneers, is negotiating with the Panthers, Browns and Ravens. If he’s...
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    Ron Rivera crossing his fingers Gerald McCoy picks Panthers

    Getty Images Gerald McCoy is expected to make a decision today. The Panthers, Browns and Ravens are the teams vying for the defensive tackle. All of them like their chances to land the six-time Pro Bowler. “I think we’ve got a good chance, as do the other teams,” Panthers coach Ron Rivera...
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    Report: Gerald McCoy heading to Carolina

    Getty Images Apparently, Gerald McCoy didn’t care for the fact the Buccaneers gave away his old number so soon, so he wants to take it out on them. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the free agent defensive tackle has decided to sign with the Panthers. McCoy also visited the Ravens and...
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    Who had the best bad bodies in NFL history?

    Getty Images The stunning TKO of well-muscled Anthony Joshua by well-marbled Andy Ruiz gave hope to millions who prefer to avoid taking Kenny Bania’s sage advice. It also inspired our Monday PFT Live draft. We drafted the best bad bodies in NFL history. Not to shame the men who walk around in...
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    Bud Dupree: The plays are there, I have to finish

    Getty Images The Steelers made the decision to exercise their option on linebacker Bud Dupree‘s contract for the 2019 season and they didn’t back out of it this offseason despite production that some might find short of being worth a $9.2 million salary. Dupree had 5.5 sacks last season and...
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    Bruce Arians: Gerald McCoy “just didn’t fit”

    Getty Images The Buccaneers swapped defensive tackle Gerald McCoy and his $13 million salary for defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh and his $9.25 million salary. So why did they essentially trade the third pick in the 2010 draft for the second pick in the 2010 draft. “It just wasn’t a fit,” coach...
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    Baker Mayfield is recruiting Gerald McCoy

    Baker Mayfield acknowledged Saturday that he has reached out to Gerald McCoy, actively recruiting the six-time Pro Bowler to join the Browns. “I have been,” the Browns quarterback said at his youth ProCamp, via Mary Kay Cabot of cleveland.com. Mayfield declined to elaborate. McCoy posted an...
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    Ravens sign Jaylon Ferguson to rookie deal

    Getty Images The Ravens signed one of the most productive pass-rushers in college football. The team announced that third-rounder Jaylon Ferguson had signed his rookie deal. The defensive end from Louisiana Tech had 17.5 sacks last year. He initially wasn’t invited to the Scouting Combine...
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    Gerald McCoy wraps Panthers visit, will take weekend to decide

    Getty Images The Gerald McCoy world tour appears to be over, and now he has to decide where he wants to go for an encore. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the free agent defensive tackle has wrapped up his visit to the Panthers, and will take the weekend to decide. He has also...
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    Devontae Booker: Joe Flacco different than previous Broncos’ QBs

    Broncos running back Devontae Booker enters his fourth season with his fifth starting quarterback. He ranks Joe Flacco as the best the team has had in his time. “He’s such a cool guy,” Booker said, via Ryan O’Halloran of The Denver Post. “He talks to everybody in the locker room. Previous...
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