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Is Justice Hill playing today? Ravens inactives for game vs. Browns in Week 18

Justice Hill is among Seven Baltimore Ravens inactives for Saturday’s game against the Cleveland Browns in Week 18

The Baltimore Ravens are just moments from a Week 18 contest against the Cleveland Browns, and running back Justice Hill is among seven players listed as inactive.

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Hill is still in the concussion protocol and will miss his second straight game, along with Nelson Agholor and Marcus Williams, who is again a healthy scratch.

Agholor will miss his third straight game.

Former Spartans embrace MSU football coach Jonathan Smith

Two former Spartans shared a moment with Jonathan Smith after MSU’s win over Maryland:

Michigan State football is known for having a family community and atmosphere around the program. Even though Smith is in his first year with the program, and had not coached the players of the past, he is very open about having the former players back inside the building and around the program.

That sentiment showed true in College Park, when former Spartans Ben VanSumeren and Nick Samac were on MSU’s sidelines. After the game, they were spotted embracing a moment with coach Smith.

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Former Michigan State football C makes Baltimore Ravens roster

Nick Samac has his home with the Baltimore Ravens

Nick Samac has been a mainstay on Michigan State football’s offensive line in years past. The Ohio native was a highly touted prospect and spent five years at MSU, majority as the starting center.

Following his MSU career, Samac was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the seventh round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Now, Samac has made the next step in his NFL career, making the 53-man roster with the Ravens:

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Ravens vs. Packers: Top photos from preseason finale at Lambeau Field

We’re looking at the top photos from the Baltimore Ravens preseason loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field

It’s only the preseason, but the Ravens will head towards the 53-man roster cutdown date with a sour taste after a 30-7 loss to the Packers at Lambeau Field on Saturday afternoon. Josh Johnson was 5-7 for 71 yards and one passing touchdown, while Michael Pratt led Green Bay in passing, going 8-12 for 80 yards and one touchdown. The Packers were dominant on the ground, amassing 193 rushing yards, as Ellis Merriweather led all ball carriers with 16 yards for 74 yards. The Packers held the ball for nearly ten minutes longer than the Ravens and out-gained Baltimore by 326 yards to 177 for John Harbaugh’s bunch. With Baltimore now turning its attention toward the Chiefs, here’s an instant analysis of the loss. ***

Former Michigan State football center getting first team reps for Baltimore Ravens

A former Spartan is making a case for why he should make the Baltimore Ravens roster

Last year, center Nick Samac was one of the few bright spots on a rough offensive line unit for Michigan State football. Now, he’s making the case to make the final roster for the Baltimore Ravens.

Samac, who was the Ravens’ seventh-round draft pick in the 2024 NFL draft, has been getting first team reps for the Baltimore Ravens with Tyler Linderbaum injured. Samac has made the most of that opportunity, and he has been getting noticed by head coach John Harbaugh, as reported by Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic:

Zrebiec also added thoughts that this indicates Samac’s chances to make the roster are much better now than they were just a few weeks ago.

Samac was recently the No. 2 offensive player in the Ravens preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Ravens vs. Falcons: Top photos from Baltimore’s 13-12 win in preseason Week 2

We’re looking at the top photos from the Baltimore Ravens 13-12 win over the Atlanta Falcons in the preseason Week 2 matchup

Backup quarterback Josh Johnson was perfect on the afternoon, and rookie Emory Jones added a 56-yard touchdown throw to Dayton Wade in the second half to lift the Baltimore Ravens to a 13-12 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Saturday at M&T Bank Stadium.  The Ravens snapped a three-game preseason losing streak, while Atlanta had 343 yards of total offense but was 4-13 on third downs. Baltimore had another putrid day on the ground, rushing for 71 yards on 30 attempts.  With the team set to start preparation for the preseason finale, here are the top photos from the win over Atlanta. ***

Top photos from Ravens 16-13 loss to Eagles in preseason opener

We’re looking at the top photos from the Baltimore Ravens 16-13 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the preseason opener at M&T Bank Stadium

The Ravens returned to the field for live game action for the first time since their heartbreaking, 17-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC title game.

Baltimore hosted Philadelphia at M&T Bank Stadium, with both teams on similar arcs, and championship paths. Starting quarterback Lamar Jackson sat out along with key starters on both sides of the football.

Eagles kicker Jake Elliott made a 49-yard field goal with no time remaining to give the Philadelphia Eagles a 16-13 victory after Baltimore quarterback Emory Jones — who had just entered the game — was sacked and fumbled on the next play.

The recovery by Patrick Johnson gave Elliott his final opportunity of the night.

With Baltimore set to start preparation for the Falcons in the second week of the preseason, we’re looking at the top photos from Friday night.

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Ravens training camp: Top photos from Day 5 of practice

We’re looking at the top photos from Day 5 of Baltimore Ravens training camp practices

The Ravens had a day off from training camp on Thursday but returned to the Under Armour Performance Center on Friday and Saturday for their first two full-padded summer practices. Lamar Jackson returned to the lineup after a medical evaluation for flu-like symptoms. At the same time, the team honored the late Jacoby Jones on the day that family and friends traveled to New Orleans for his funeral services. With Sunday’s practice quickly approaching, here are takeaways and notes from Saturday’s session. ***

Ravens initial 90-man roster arranged by uniform number ahead of training camp

Baltimore Ravens’ 90-man roster at the start of 2024 training camp

The Baltimore Ravens have officially reported to the Under Armour Performance Center for the start of training camp with the first practice scheduled for Sunday morning.

There will be starting jobs and roster spots up for grabs, which should make for some intriguing position battles throughout camp and the preseason.

Currently, the Ravens have 90 players on their roster, and that will be trimmed down to 53 ahead of the start of the regular season, and by August 27.

With training camp underway, here’s an updated look at the Ravenss’ initial 90-man roster at the start of training camp, organized by jersey number.

WATCH: Nick Samac’s passionate NFL draft call with the Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens entered the 2024 NFL Draft needing to address the offensive line with multiple selections. After taking Washington offensive tackle Roger Rosengarten in the second round, the Ravens did not select another offensive lineman until …

The Baltimore Ravens entered the 2024 NFL Draft needing to address the offensive line with multiple selections. After taking Washington offensive tackle Roger Rosengarten in the second round, the Ravens did not select another offensive lineman until the seventh round when they took Michigan State center Nick Samac with the No. 228 overall pick.

Similar to fourth-round wide receiver Devontez Walker earlier in the day, Samac had an emotional phone call with general manager Eric DeCosta and head coach John Harbaugh after being drafted by Baltimore.

After losing center Sam Mustipher in free agency, Samac has a clear path to earning the backup role to starter Tyler Linderbaum. Samac could also compete for a starting guard position after the Ravens lost both Kevin Zeitler and John Simpson in free agency.

Baltimore has a notable track record of developing mid-to-late-round offensive linemen, with recent examples including Ben Powers, Bradley Bozeman, and even the undrafted Patrick Mekari. While Samac might not see the field right away for the Ravens, there is a solid chance that he could find his way into the lineup down the road after learning under renowned offensive line coach Joe D’Alessandris.