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Corey Bullock joins the battle for Center; https://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/corey-bullock-passes-physcal-joins-practice

Judging by what other receivers have gotten this was slotted right where it should be. He's earned it.

I think it's still true today. By the way: here's an article I found interesting from The Athletic: "Division Previews   Justin K. Aller, Greg Fiume, Andy Lyons, Nick Cammett / Getty Images New-look AFC North This division always seemed to have a familiar vibe. Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh led gritty, defensive-minded teams. Myles Garrett anchored an imposing defense, opposite an offense that couldn't keep up. Joe Burrow had the inverse situation in Cincinnati. Then everything changed. Pittsburgh and Baltimore now have very different leaders. The Browns have a new No. 1 pass rusher. Cincinnati might even have a defense. The AFC North is where we begin our 2026 division previews, starting with the reigning division champs: Pittsburgh Steelers (10-7, wild-card loss in 2025) Big change: Mike McCarthy as HC. McCarthy isn't the most exciting hire, but offers what the Steelers need: offense. McCarthy's offenses ranked above average in yards and points scored in 14 of his 18 NFL seasons as a head coach. Pittsburgh hasn't had a top-16 offense since 2018. Here's what McCarthy's offense might look like. Subtle change: Patrick Graham as DC. Graham spent nearly a decade under Bill Belichick and has worked with Steve Spagnuolo, Brian Flores and Pete Carroll. Graham knows his stuff. He is joined by multiple additions in the Pittsburgh secondary, which should improve the league's highest-paid defense; it ranked 26th in yards against in 2025, its worst finish since 1988. The scheme got stale. It won't be this year. Lingering question: Who is the quarterback of the future? Projection: 9-8. I liked the coaching hires. I doubt they are enough for a dramatic improvement. A tough schedule and improved division make for a difficult farewell season for Aaron Rodgers, who gave The Athletic an exclusive interview. Baltimore Ravens (8-9 in 2025) Big change: Jesse Minter as HC. The entire Chargers defense improved under Minter, who established himself as one of the league's top defensive minds after just two seasons as defensive coordinator. He was hired to improve a Ravens unit that allowed the third-most points in franchise history last season. Subtle change: A pass rush. Baltimore failed to pressure opposing quarterbacks in 2025, ranking 28th in both pressure rate and sacks. Trey Hendrickson alone might solve that, as he ranks behind only Myles Garrett on a sacks-per-game basis since 2023. But the Ravens also might get back elite defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike, who missed all but two games in 2025. Lingering question: Can they adequately replace Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum? Projection: 12-5. Thanks to a significantly improved pass rush and what should be a bounce-back year from Lamar Jackson, Baltimore has the talent and coaching to at least play in the AFC Championship Game. Cincinnati Bengals (6-11 in 2025) Big change: Dexter Lawrence. In 2025, the Bengals defense did what I considered impossible: got worse. Weakest against the run, Cincinnati's defense allowed opponents to drain the clock and keep Joe Burrow sidelined. That had to change. Enter Lawrence, a 6-foot-5, 350-pound defensive tackle who headlines a changed identity that's evident in camp. Subtle change: Safety Bryan Cook. Cook might be the most underrated acquisition of an expensive offseason that also included Seahawks edge Boye Mafe. Paul Dehner Jr. reported Cook could be a team captain and has "changed the entire tenor of the secondary in these practices." Lingering question: After a rough rookie season, are sophomore linebackers Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter enough? Projection: 10-7. It's easy to be optimistic: Cincinnati has an elite offense, improved defense and the league's third-easiest schedule. They should return to the playoffs for the first time in three seasons. Then again, these are the Bengals. Should doesn't mean very much. Cleveland Browns (5-12 in 2025) Big change: Garrett trade. Cleveland's lone bright spot was replaced by 25-year-old defensive end Jared Verse, who had the sixth-most pressures in 2025. He pairs with linebacker Carson Schwesinger to give Cleveland a strong young core on defense. The question becomes whether rookie defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg can get as much out of this defense as Jim Schwartz did. Subtle change: Rookie wide receivers. First-rounder KC Concepcion and second-rounder Denzel Boston are immediate upgrades to one of the league's worst receiver rooms, with Boston heralded as "the most impressive player on the field in many spring practices." Lingering question: Starting quarterback? It'll be either Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders, who are splitting reps in training camp. "No decision is coming anytime soon," explains Zac Jackson. Projection: 5-12. Owner Jimmy Haslam is optimistic. I'm not. But with a bunch of young talent and two first-round picks in next year's draft, 2027 should be fun! Extra Points   Ricky Pearsall done. The 49ers third-year receiver will miss the entire 2026 season due to a PCL injury. It's a brutal update for the injury-plagued 2024 first-rounder. A man obsessed. Rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq is different, having posted combine numbers that rival Vernon Davis'. His mental game is just as unique. Aaron Rodgers exclusive. Linking Michael Silver's interview with Rodgers again here, as it's a rare look into the quarterback's thinking and personal life. Matt Ryan's vision. The Falcons' longtime quarterback has a vision for his team, and Jeff Howe explores how that plan was built. Most-clicked: Our pre-training camp Power Rankings.   How did we do today? Share your thoughts, and check out The Athletic's other sports newsletters. "

Whew! I was afraid when I read about the Ioanne-Henry collision that somebody got hurt. Glad it was just a collision. Lamar has been off his game so far but I'm not worried---yet. I'll say one thing: he's got a lot on his plate this camp. I wonder how Rosengarten did in his first padded practice.

Yes I remember him. He was a decent guard IIRC. And now he's a decent guy helping those in need.

Same here. I think it's because of the new young coaching staff and the general enthusiasm they are bringing to the team.

The commentary and coverage was good. We will start to really get a feel for the team when the pads come on Monday and when they have that first pre-season game against the Eagles.

Me too.

I've found out, too late, that what they were advertising was streaming via an app on smartphones called 'Verylocal', which I've never heard of. There's apparently some tie-in between that app and wbal. By the way, Monday will be the first padded practice of camp. Time for the new players to step up and show what they can do. So far they've done well but it's only been wearing shells. Reports in the media indicate Rosengarten is off to a slow start. Can't wait for the first preseason game against the Eagles in two weeks to see the youngsters in action.

Good stuff...thanks for the posts! So WBAL finally got what they were doing straightened out, huh? Not a banner display of efficiency from them in the week leading up to the practice. By the way, Lamar looks really engaged in the whole program this year. If he can get decent protection, he might just have a banner contract year.

I know Ledford is quite respected throughout the league. We're lucky to have him. And from what i've heard so far, the offensive line has bought into his approach. If any coach can turn around the line, it's him.

Gee, after all that has transpired on this subject, this is certainly surprising but welcome news. Now they just have to get him into football shape by week 1. If he is even close to what he was before getting injured, this will further help the defense in its attempt to 'scare other teams'.

OK here's the deal: I called wbal-tv and they are not showing it but did say that ESPN and the NFL Network are broadcasting 'look-ins' during the 11am to 1pm practice. I imagine that's about all we'll see live.

I dunno...I searched for it on ChatGPT and it said there are no plans 'at present' to show the whole practice live. My Verizon tv guide also doesn't show it. I'd say I was hallucinating when I thought I saw it but my wife saw it too. In any case I'm sure they'll show some highlights from it sometime. I'm really hungry to see the new and veteran players and especially the new coaching regime in action. Guess I'll have to wait for the first pre-season game August 15 against the Iggles.

Hmmm...I can't find any source to confirm what I saw pass by as a commercial so you may be right. And, yes, here's to no major injuries!

At last, it's time for camp with veterans reporting Tuesday. I believe I saw a blurb on TV saying WBAL TV was going to show the practice live but I have not been able to confirm that as of yet.

I just watched a clip on Yahoo sports. There certainly was a lot of non response from the team to his exhortations. But it's only day one. Lets see where the Giants are at season's end to really be able to rate him.

My sentiments exactly!

I've been reading a lot in the media about how the Ravens 'need' to add a veteran receiver. I don't see why, at least at this point. We've got Surratt and the other WR we drafted who's name escapes me and I think they ought to have a chance along with Dez Walker for a place on the depth chart. Sure they're young but I really don't want to see a continuation of the Harbaugh philosophy that by default a veteran (especially an aged one) is always better than giving a young guy a chance. Before you know it, our young receivers are in the 3rd year of their rookie contract with only one year to go just as they are hitting their stride. Lets give them an opportunity sooner.

I thought we were talking about Flowers?

Geez you can't ask for much more than back to back 1000+ yd seasons the last 2 years...and he's young and wants to stay here.

I read that about Flowers. It would be great if they are able to reach an extension with him.

Well it won't hurt to have him. I guess the Bears aren't interested in making a deal. Or we don't want to pay what they're asking.

I remember Lee Evans drop of an easy game winning TD pass as the Ravens lost to the Pats in the AFC Championship Game. The only receivers that spring to mind for Joe were a Derrick Mason toward the end of his career, and Qadry Ismail and Dennis Pitta. Decent but he had nobody like Flowers. And with one exception, he didn't have a killer OC either: Since the start of the 2012 season, Brady has had one offensive coordinator and Ryan has had two. In comparison, Flacco has had five offensive coordinators over the past five seasons -- the most for an NFL starting quarterback over that span. This isn't to suggest Flacco would've enjoyed the same success as Brady and Ryan if he had more cohesion with play-callers. He's just had more challenges with the ever-changing voice in his ear. While Brady has had continuity with Josh McDaniels and Ryan has developed a comfort level with Dirk Koetter and Kyle Shanahan, Flacco has gone from Cam Cameron to Jim Caldwell to Gary Kubiak to Marc Trestman to Marty Mornhinweg. Kubiak was the only real good one out of that deal.

The quality of his receivers didn't help him any. He Wasn't a 'great' quarterback but he was good enough if he had had more talent around him. And don't forget the quality of the OC's he had in those days.