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Jonas Shaffer

Jonas

Jonas Shaffer joined the staff of The Baltimore Banner in January 2023 as a Ravens beat reporter. He previously covered the team for The Baltimore Sun, where he first served as an editor and general-assignment reporter. He's also worked for The Washington Post and Cape Cod Times. Jonas grew up in Silver Spring and graduated from the University of Maryland. He made it into Sports Illustrated at age 7 after the magazine ran a small wire photo of him, in his soccer gear, next to his mother. ("SOCCER MOMS: The ultimate bench warmers.") His athletic career peaked not long after.

Latest content by Jonas Shaffer

Lamar Jackson willed the Ravens to victory against the Bengals, leaving even those who watch him every day in awe.
Lamar Jackson’s glorious performance leads Ravens to overtime win vs. Bengals: ‘Best player in the league’
“I never cease to be amazed, but I’m always amazed,” coach John Harbaugh said of Jackson's big day in Cincinnati.
Oct 6, 2024
Baltimore Ravens guard Andrew Vorhees (72) lines up for the next down during the team’s preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Friday, August 09, 2024.
Ravens OL Andrew Vorhees sidelined vs. Bengals; Cincinnati rules out key defensive starters
Vorhees was considered questionable entering the Ravens’ AFC North opener and was a full participant in Friday’s practice.
Oct 6, 2024
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy (53) celebrates with teammates after sacking Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen in a game at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Sunday, September 29, 2024.
Everything you need to know about Ravens vs. Bengals
The Ravens will face the Bengals at 1 p.m. Sunday. Here’s what you need to know about their Week 5 matchup.
Oct 6, 2024
Ravens running back Derrick Henry needs 18 rushing yards Sunday to reach 10,000 for his career.
Ravens star Derrick Henry is running hard — and way ahead of schedule
The Ravens never needed Henry more than after their 0-2 start.
Oct 4, 2024
Inside linebacker Roquan Smith says the Ravens and Bengals don't like each other.
Ravens vs. Bengals: 5 things to watch, including a Derrick Henry milestone, Ronnie Stanley and Ja’Marr Chase
Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow, the AFC North’s top quarterbacks, will take center stage at Paycor Stadium.
Oct 4, 2024
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Arthur Maulet (10) catches a football during practice at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills on May 22, 2024.
Ravens CB Arthur Maulet returns to practice as team’s injury list shrinks
The Ravens have 21 days to activate Maulet, who could be a candidate to play Sunday against the Bengals.
Updated Oct 2, 2024
Lamar Jackson is 16-for-19 for 137 yards on screen passes this year, a crucial weapon for an offensive line that has needed a counterpunch against overly aggressive pass rushes.
The Ravens — yes, the Ravens — have one of the NFL’s best screen games
Four games into the 2024 season, Todd Monken’s conviction in the Ravens’ screen game has been handsomely rewarded.
Oct 2, 2024
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Arthur Maulet (10) watches teammates run drills during practice at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills on May 22, 2024.
Ravens cornerback Arthur Maulet returning to practice; John Harbaugh blames himself for timeout mistake
The Ravens, who’ve used several slot defenders over the season’s first four weeks, face the Bengals on Sunday in their AFC North opener.
Sep 30, 2024
The Bills responded to the Ravens’ physicality by putting more size on the field, which created space for Justice Hill, shown here after his 19-yard TD pass.
The Ravens’ offense manipulated — then crushed — the Bills
“They came out and out-physical-ed us and dominated on the line of scrimmage,” Buffalo linebacker Baylon Spector said after the loss.
Sep 30, 2024
Ravens guard Andrew Vorhees (72) has been ruled out of Sunday night’s game against the Buffalo Bills.
Ravens starting OL Andrew Vorhees inactive vs. Bills; DL Michael Pierce also sidelined
Vorhees was considered a game-time decision after missing all three practices last week with an ankle injury.
Sep 29, 2024
Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith pressures Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew in the Week 2 game.
Everything you need to know about Ravens vs. Bills
The Ravens will face the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night at M&T Bank Stadium. Here’s what you need to know about their Week 4 matchup.
Sep 29, 2024
Ravens defensive lineman Michael Pierce is listed as doubtful for the Sunday night game against the Buffalo Bills.
Ravens place CB Jalyn Armour-Davis on injured reserve; DL Michael Pierce doubtful vs. Bills
Armour-Davis has played just 15 games and 93 defensive snaps over two-plus injury-marred seasons in Baltimore.
Sep 28, 2024
Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum (64) and guard Andrew Vorhees (72) line up during a game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Ravens guard Andrew Vorhees, sidelined at practice, will be game-time decision vs. Bills
Vorhees played every offensive snap in the Ravens’ Week 3 win over the Cowboys, but an ankle injury has sidelined him this week.
Updated Sep 27, 2024
Bills receiver Khalil Shakir presents a danger to the Ravens’ secondary.
Ravens vs. Bills: 5 things to watch, including Josh Allen, Marcus Williams and offensive line shuffling
The Ravens’ hopes of knocking off the Bills on “Sunday Night Football” could depend on their QB and their secondary.
Sep 27, 2024
Baltimore Ravens guard Andrew Vorhees (72) lines up for the next down during the team’s preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Friday, August 09, 2024.
3 Ravens linemen return to practice, but starting guard still sidelined
Andrew Vorhees (ankle) missed his second straight practice, raising doubts about his availability for “Sunday Night Football.”
Sep 26, 2024

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