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Aron Yohannes

Aron

Aron Yohannes was a breaking sports reporter for The Baltimore Banner. He previously reported on trending topics in sports and contributed to the Portland Trail Blazers beat for The Oregonian. He originally began his career covering the Milwaukee Bucks from 2012-2016 for SB Nation, which included the worst season in franchise history, but also the foundational years of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s illustrious career. He then went on to work in digital media for the Seattle Seahawks from 2016-2018 and for Amazon from 2019-2021. Aron was born and raised on the north side of Milwaukee and is a 2015 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. He’s also of Eritrean descent.

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Ravens vs. Lions preview: Detroit’s offensive weapons give Baltimore’s defense another huge test
The Lions are one of the most balanced teams in the NFL, ranking in the top five in offensive and defensive DVOA.
Oct 20, 2023
The Detroit Lions, under coach Dan Campbell, are 5-1 with four consecutive victories.
Odell Beckham Jr. confirms on-field argument with Simmons was over lunge at Flowers
“I turn around, Odell and Jeffery are like fighting" after the game, Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey said on his podcast. “Bro, I’m pretty sure Odell is grabbing his facemask like they had to get separated and everything."
Oct 18, 2023
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 15: Jeffery Simmons #98 of the Tennessee Titans clashes with Odell Beckham Jr. #3 of the Baltimore Ravens after the 2023 NFL London Games match between Baltimore Ravens and Tennessee Titans at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 15, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
Baltimore native Angel Reese becomes Reebok’s first major NIL signing
Already one of the highest earners among college athletes, Reese signed on after a conversation with Shaquille O’Neal.
Oct 17, 2023
LSU Basketball star and Baltimore native Angel Reese throws the ceremonial first pitch at Camden Yards before the Orioles vs Dodgers game on July 18, 2023. (Kaitlin Newman/The Baltimore Banner)
Lacrosse one of five sports approved for 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles
“The IOC’s decision today marks a monumental moment for our sport,” John Hopkins legend Paul Rabil said in a statement Monday.
Oct 16, 2023
BEIJING, CHINA - FEBRUARY 07: The Olympic Rings logo are seen on the top of a tower as the sun rises prior to the Women's Freestyle Skiing Freeski Big Air Qualification on Day 3 of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games at Big Air Shougang on February 07, 2022 in Beijing, China. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
Ravens vs. Titans preview: Ravens hope to steer ship back into win column in London
The Titans and Ravens have met on 26 occasions, highlighted by five postseason contests — most recently a Ravens wild-card victory in 2021.
Oct 13, 2023
Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh, center, attends an NFL practice session in London, Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023 ahead the NFL game against Tennessee Titans at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)
Lacrosse among new sports recommended for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
The International Olympic Committee event will vote on the proposal in Mumbai, India, next week.
Oct 10, 2023
The International Olympic Committee event will vote on the proposal for final approval at meetings in Mumbai, India, that begin next week.
Ravens vs. Steelers preview: Baltimore can complete hat trick of AFC North road wins
The Steelers (2-2) are looking for a rebound after a Week 4 blunder in Houston.
Oct 6, 2023
The Ravens' John Harbaugh will coach against the Steelers' Mike Tomlin for the 34th time Sunday.
Maryland Cycling Classic renews for 2024 after surpassing ‘every major milestone’ in 2023
The Labor Day weekend event drew 80,000 spectators, according to organizers.
Oct 4, 2023
Riders head south on St Paul St and turn east onto Lombard St.
Baseball, Billy Joel or both: What’s the schedule at Camden Yards on Saturday? Nobody seems to know.
The concert is set to start at 7 p.m. Saturday evening. The MLB has yet to release times for games that day.
Oct 4, 2023
Baltimore Orioles fans watch as their team takes on the Tampa Bay Rays during the third game of a series at Camden Yards on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.
After historic game of snap counts, Ravens safeties feel ‘100% more better’ ahead of showdown with Browns
Starting at safety in place of Kyle Hamilton, Daryl Worley logged 102 snaps, the most by a Ravens player since 2007 and most of any player in the NFL this year.
Sep 29, 2023
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton sacks the Indianapolis Colts' Gardner Minshew last week.
Ravens vs. Browns preview: Lamar Jackson, offense face Cleveland’s top-ranked defense
The Ravens (2-1) visit the Browns (2-1) for what many are expecting to be a defensive showdown between bitter AFC North rivals.
Sep 29, 2023
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 23: Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens is tackled by Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns during the first half of the game at M&T Bank Stadium on October 23, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
Ravens’ John Harbaugh takes blame for lack of communication on free kick near end of regulation in loss to Colts
“I’ll take responsibility for that,” Harbaugh told reporters Monday.
Sep 25, 2023
Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh calls for a timeout during the game against the Indianapolis Colts at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023.
The adjustment that set Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton up for a record 3-sack day
Hamilton’s three sacks in the first half were the most by a Ravens defensive back in team history.
Sep 24, 2023
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton records one of his two sacks in the first quarter against the Colts at M&T Bank Stadium.
Ravens vs. Colts preview: Baltimore faces tough test in Indianapolis’ loaded defensive front
The undefeated Ravens hope they can get through a game without another key injury.
Sep 22, 2023
Lamar Jackson passes during the first quarter of the Colts' visit to Baltimore in 2021.
Ravens injury analysis: A look at what’s next after injuries to Justice Hill, Jadeveon Clowney and Odafe Oweh
The Ravens added a few more injuries to an already banged-up roster leading into Week 3.
Sep 21, 2023
Jadeveon Clowney has made an impact on the Ravens defense in his first two games with the team.
How the Ravens’ defense turned disappointment into an inspiring performance against the Bengals
Geno Stone recorded the first interception of the year for the Ravens defense, picking off a Joe Burrow pass in the red zone.
Sep 18, 2023
CINCINNATI, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 17: Geno Stone #26 of the Baltimore Ravens intercepts a pass intended for Tee Higgins #5 of the Cincinnati Bengals during the third quarter at Paycor Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
Ravens vs. Bengals preview: Can Baltimore’s offense start faster in Week 2?
The series between the AFC North rivals is relatively even, with Baltimore holding a 28-26 lead in the regular season.
Sep 15, 2023
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow eludes the tackle of linebacker Roquan Smith of the Ravens during the AFC wild-card game last season.
What’s the plan for the Ravens at running back after J.K. Dobbins’ injury? Don’t expect a significant move
The team will start out relying on the top two veteran backs on its roster: Gus Edwards and Justice Hill.
Sep 14, 2023
Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins could be back with the team next year after his season ended Sunday with a torn Achilles.
Ravens without 4 key starters in practice Wednesday, but one star returned
Starting left tackle Ronnie Stanley, center Tyler Linderbaum and safety Marcus Williams were absent during the first 20 minutes of practice open to reporters.
Sep 13, 2023
Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum is injured on a play in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at M&T Bank Stadium.
Ravens injury updates, analysis after Week 1
Running back J.K. Dobbins suffered a season-ending injury in Week 1. Here are the other injuries from the season opener.
Sep 10, 2023
Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum is injured on a play in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at M&T Bank Stadium.
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