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Offensive tackle allowed key sack, forced fumble to James HarrisonThe job doesn't get any easier this week for Ravens offensive tackle Michael Oher. View the full article

Former Ravens defensive coordinator is battling leukemiaIn a tribute to Indianapolis Colts coach Chuck Pagano, Ravens defensive lineman Arthur Jones has shaved his head and facial hair to honor the former Baltimore defensive coordinator. View the full article

Linebacker: "We ... live by the creed that if you can breathe, then you can play."Ravens injured outside linebacker Terrell Suggs isn’t sure if he’ll play Sunday against the Washington Redskins but he does expect to play again this season. View the full article

Ravens middle linebacker coming off torn right tricepsRavens All-Pro middle linebacker Ray Lewis returned to practice today from a surgically repaired torn right triceps, a big step in his comeback from a serious injury. View the full article

Ravens middle linebacker coming off torn right tricepsRavens All-Pro middle linebacker Ray Lewis will return to practice today from a surgically repaired torn right triceps, a big step in his comeback from a serious injury. View the full article

John Harbaugh's brother tried to recruit Redskins quarterback to go to StanfordWashington Redskins rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III has electrified the NFL this year, creating countless highlights with his multi-dimensional game. View the full article

John Harbaugh's brother tried to recruit Redskins quarterback to go to StanfordWashington Redskins rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III has electrified the NFL this year, creating countless highlights through his multi-dimensional game. View the full article

Team ranks third from the bottom of NFL in salary-cap spaceThe Ravens are in a tight salary-cap situation in case they need to make an emergency signing. View the full article

The Ravens don’t use injuries as an excuse, and nor should their fans. However, it is pretty amazing to look at how hard their defense has been hit this season. It’s hardly the only reason, but it has to be considered when discussing why what is normally one of the top-ranked defenses in the NFL has fallen on such hard times. Only four defensive players– linebacker Jameel McClain , cornerback Cary Williams and safeties Bernard Pollard and Ed Reed – have started all 12 games this season, and Pollard missed the final three quarters of the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and was slowed for multiple weeks with a chest injury, while Reed has a torn labrum in his shoulder. Defensive tackle Haloti Ngata has been sidelined for one game but persistent shoulder and knee injuries have made him look ordinary at times. Middle linebacker Ray Lewis will miss his sixth straight game Sunday with a torn triceps. Outside linebacker Terrell Suggs sat the first six games, returned even though he was nowhere near full strength and then tore his right biceps, leaving his status in doubt the rest of the way. Top cornerback Lardarius Webb tore his ACL in Week Six and is done for the year, and his replacement, Jimmy Smith , has missed four straight games and could sit a few more after having hernia surgery. Starting defensive end Pernell McPhee sat four games because of a hamstring injury and has never looked comfortable following two different knee procedures. Linebacker Paul Kruger and nose tackles Terrence Cody and Ma’ake Kemoeatu each missed a game with injuries. Lewis’ replacement, Dannell Ellerbe , couldn’t post last Sunday with a foot/ankle injury and he had been playing for several weeks with one sprained thumb and one broken one. Rookie linebacker Courtney Upshaw has had a bad shoulder all year that seemingly once a game forces him to the sidelines. You could also bring up safety Emanuel Cook and defensive tackle Ryan McBean , two players who were expected to occupy reserve roles but sustained season-ending injuries in training camp. Again, every team in the NFL deals with injuries and some – the Pittsburgh Steelers come to mind – probably have had it worse than the Ravens. It’s just odd to see the Ravens’ health issues confined to the defensive side of the ball. View the full article

The Ravens don’t use injuries as an excuse and nor should their fans. However, it is pretty amazing to look at how hard their defense has been hit this season. It’s hardly the only reason, but it has to be considered when discussing why what is normally one of the top-ranked defenses in the NFL has fallen on such hard times. Only four defensive players– linebacker Jameel McClain , cornerback Cary Williams and safeties Bernard Pollard and Ed Reed – have started all 12 games this season, and Pollard missed the final three quarters of the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and was slowed for multiple weeks after with a chest injury, while Reed has a torn labrum in his shoulder. Defensive tackle Haloti Ngata has been sidelined for one game but persistent shoulder and knee injuries have made him look ordinary at times. Middle linebacker Ray Lewis will miss his sixth straight game Sunday with a torn triceps. Outside linebacker Terrell Suggs sat the first six games, returned even though he was nowhere near full strength and then tore his right biceps, leaving his status in doubt the rest of the way. Top cornerback Lardarius Webb tore his ACL in Week Six and is done for the year and his replacement, Jimmy Smith , has missed four straight games and could sit a few more after having hernia surgery. Starting defensive end Pernell McPhee sat for four games because of a hamstring injury and has never looked comfortable following two different knee procedures. Linebacker Paul Kruger and nose tackles Terrence Cody and Ma’ake Kemoeatu each missed a game with injuries. Lewis’ replacement, Dannell Ellerbe , couldn’t post last Sunday with a foot/ankle injury and he had been playing for several weeks with one sprained thumb and one broken one. Rookie linebacker Courtney Upshaw has had a bad shoulder all year that seemingly once a game forces him to the sidelines. You could also bring up safety Emanuel Cook and defensive tackle Ryan McBean , two players who were expected to occupy reserve roles but sustained season-ending injuries in training camp. Again, every team in the NFL deals with injuries and some – the Pittsburgh Steelers come to mind – probably have had it worse than the Ravens. It’s just odd to see the Ravens’ health issues confined to the defensive side of the ball. View the full article

Former Ravens tight end was plagued by injuriesThe Arizona Cardinals cut ties with injury-plagued former Ravens Pro Bowl tight end Todd Heap today, ending his two-year tenure with his hometown team. View the full article

Cornerback will miss the Ravens gameWashington Redskins veteran cornerback Cedric Griffin won't be playing Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens at FedEx Field. View the full article

Baltimore Sun columnist Mike Preston answers a selection of reader questions about the Ravens' 23-20 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium. View the full article

Rough day for Ravens' passing gameFor the second consecutive game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Ravens wide receiver Torrey View the full article

How the Ravens can clinch the AFC NorthThe playoff implications remain relevant for the Ravens following their bitter 23-20 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. View the full article

Charlie Batch completed 10 of 11 passes for 109 yards, touchdown in fourth quarterThe football never hit the ground in the fourth quarter for Charlie Batch. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback connected on every pass attempt, except when free safety Ed Reed intercepted him in the end zone. View the full article

Charlie Batch completed 10 of 11 passes for 109 yards, touchdown in fourth quarterThe football never hit the ground in the fourth quarter for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch as he connected on every pass attempt except when free safety Ed Reed intercepted him in the end zone. View the full article

Harbaugh 'encouraged' the injury will not keep Suggs out long-termRavens linebacker Terrell Suggs confirmed Monday night that he has a torn right biceps, but emphasized he is seeking a second opinion on the extent of the injury. View the full article

Harbaugh makes announcement at press conferenceRavens linebacker Terrell Suggs’ status for the next couple of games remains uncertain after he suffered an arm injury against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, but Ravens coach John Harbaugh said he is “encouraged” that the injury is not long-term. View the full article

Two starters missed the Pittsburgh game with injuriesThe Ravens aren't ruling out the possibility that tight end Ed Dickson and inside linebacker Dannell Ellerbe could return for Sunday's game against the Washington Redskins. View the full article

Much ado about nothing, in Harbaugh's opinionIn the wake of the awkward, somewhat tense exchange between Ravens coach John Harbaugh and Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin during the traditional postgame handshake, Harbaugh downplayed the oft-discussed episode on Monday. View the full article

Harbaugh makes announcement at press conferenceRavens Pro Bowl outside linebacker Terrell Suggs injured his upper right arm and is still being evaluated by doctors, according to coach John Harbaugh. View the full article

Forced fumble led to game-tying touchdownIt was a bitter pill to swallow for Ravens offensive tackle Michael Oher. View the full article

Live Ravens chat with Aaron Wilson at noon View the full article

Outside linebacker committed roughing the passer penalty that led to game-winning field goalRavens outside linebacker Paul Kruger sacked Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch once, marking the fourth consecutive game the Ravens' leading pass rusher has had at least one sack. View the full article