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Ravens activate cornerback T.J. Tampa from injured reserve ahead of game vs. Eagles

Baltimore Ravens activate cornerback T.J. Tampa from injured reserve ahead of game vs. Philadelphia Eagles

The Ravens are getting healthier and just added more cornerback depth to the roster after activating cornerback T.J. Tampa from injured reserve.

The former Iowa State star missed four games with an ankle injury. His 21-day practice window has been opened before he must be moved to the 53-man roster to play.

The fourth-round pick out of Iowa State has played in four games this season and made one tackle. He saw eight defensive snaps but played 77% of the special teams snaps.

The Ravens’ cornerback depth has improved with the trade addition of Tre’Davious White and the return of Jalyn Armour-Davis from a knee injury.

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Ravens HC John Harbaugh evaluates 2024 rookie class halfway through NFL season

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh evaluated his rookie class halfway through the 2024 NFL season

The Baltimore Ravens were able to secure an extremely solid rookie class during the 2024 NFL draft. The team drafted for need while also taking the best available prospects on the board, and are already seeing early returns on their investments.

Baltimore head coach John Harbaugh was asked about the team’s first-year players at the halfway point of the 2024 season, and said that the class is growing. He made sure to shout out cornerback Nate Wiggins, offensive lineman Roger Rosengarten and others, discussing some of the other players who he’s seen good things out of as well.

“Yes. I would say [they’re] growing. Both [Nate Wiggins and Roger Rosengarten] are growing, other guys, too. Some guys have been hampered by some injuries or things like that; some guys are waiting for their chance. You have other guys like Sanoussi Kane doing it on special teams [and] Beau Brade – a Maryland player [that’s] stepping up that in the last few games on special teams [and is] playing really well. And those two players you mentioned – I think they’re all doing really well, and I think there’s a lot of room for growth, even this year during the season. You’re probably making a lot of progress from the beginning to the end if you’re playing your rookie year, and we expect those guys to keep doing that.”

With quarterback Lamar Jackson on a big contract, it’s more important than ever that the team hits on their draft picks so that they can have cost-controlled players that play at a high level. They’ve gotten that this season, and hopefully it can continue moving forward.

Ravens embattled secondary to be tested with multiple starters out vs. Browns in Week 8

Ravens embattled secondary to be tested with multiple starters out vs. Browns in Week 8

The Ravens (5-2) are in Cleveland for an AFC North matchup against the reeling Browns (1-6), and both teams are dealing with injuries at key positions.

Cleveland will start Jameis Winston at quarterback following Deshaun Watson’s Achilles surgery.  The Browns will start Cedric Tillman and Elijah Moore as wide receivers against a Baltimore secondary ravaged by injury.

The Ravens will have six cornerbacks available with Nate Wiggins (illness), Marlon Humphrey (ankle), and T.J. Tampa (IR) all out.

Baltimore will rely on Kyle Hamilton, Marcus Williams, and Eddie Jackson, with many valuable cover guys nursing injuries. Arthur Maulet is an upgrade and will make his season debut.

Ravens place rookie cornerback on Injured Reserve

The Baltimore Ravens are placing rookie T.J. Tampa on injured reserve, meaning the rookie cornerback will miss the next four games

The Baltimore Ravens are placing rookie cornerback T.J. Tampa on Injured Reserve with an ankle injury.

A talented player out of Iowa State, Tampa will miss the next four games.

Tampa was unable to practice this week due to an ankle injury. The rookie has played almost exclusively on special teams this season, logging just eight defensive snaps over the four games he’s been active in.

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John Harbaugh is noncommittal on Marlon Humprhey’s availability for Ravens vs. Browns

John Harbaugh won’t rule out Marlon Humphrey for game vs. Browns

The Ravens will depart for Cleveland on Saturday afternoon. Following the final practice of the week on Friday, the team still hasn’t ruled out star cornerback Marlon Humphrey.

Head coach John Harbaugh was noncommittal to Humphrey and other key Ravvens being available for the game against Cleveland.

Despite practicing today, Browns running back Jerome Ford has been ruled out, along with Jedrick Wills, Jordan Hicks and Ronnie Hickman.

Star right guard Wyatt Teller is questionable.

Ravens return two players, including CB Nate Wiggins, to practice on Thursday

Ravens return two players, including CB Nate Wiggins, to practice on Thursday

The Ravens just hit the field for Thursday’s session, and rookie cornerback Nate Wiggins (shoulder) and defensive tackle Travis Jones (ankle) returned to practice today, although Jones was limited. He had a walking boot on yesterday.

Star wide receiver Zay Flowers (ankle), rookie running back Rasheen Ali (ankle), rookie cornerback T.J. Tampa (ankle), and star cornerback Marlon Humphrey (knee) all missed the second practice of the week.

If Humphrey and T.J. Tampa don’t play this weekend, the Ravens could activate cornerback Jaylen Armour-Davis after his 21-day practice window opens.

Eric DeCosta confirms teams attempted to acquire talent from Ravens secondary

Eric DeCosta confirms teams attempted to acquire talent from Ravens secondary

The Ravens have one of the NFL’s deepest secondaries after drafting Nate Wiggins and T.J. Tampa and signing Eddie Jackson before training camp. With such depth, teams around the league are looking for a trade partner.

Baltimore GM Eric DeCosta said he received calls around cutdown day with teams interested in Baltimore’s secondary depth. DeCosta says he declined all deals, wanting to maintain extra bodies in an area where the team has struggled to keep players healthy.

“We’re strong in the secondary and we stayed strong,” DeCosta said.

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The Ravens kept 11 defensive backs on the roster, with projected starting corners Marlon Humphrey and Brandon Stephens backed by first-round rookie Nate Wiggins, rookie fourth-round pick T.J. Tampa, and returning players Jalyn Armour-Davis and Ar’Darius Washington. Veteran slot corner Arthur Maulet is starting on injured reserve after having an arthroscopic knee injury, but he’s eligible to return after Week 4.

At safety, the Ravens have starters Kyle Hamilton and Marcus Williams, with veteran Eddie Jackson and rookies Sanoussi Kane and Beau Brade behind them.

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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. ***

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. ***

Ravens rookie cornerback T.J. Tampa makes his training camp debut

Baltimore Ravens rookie cornerback T.J. Tampa to make his training camp debut after coming off the PUP list

After months of waiting and anticipation, T.J. Tampa will participate in his first Ravens training camp practice on Monday after recovering from off-season hernia surgery.

The former Iowa State cornerback was removed from the PUP list and was dressed wholly in pads ahead of Monday’s practice.

Tampa started every game for the Cyclones the past two seasons and was named to the first-team All-Big 12 squad as a senior after recording 44 tackles, nine passes defended, and a pair of interceptions.

Baltimore doubled up at cornerback because the value was too good, selecting Tampa in the fourth round. The former Iowa State defensive back offers elite range, size, and leaping ability.

The Ravens have their projected starting cornerbacks in Marlon Humphrey and Brandon Stephens, but Tampa will compete for snaps with Nate Wiggins, Arthur Maulet, and others.

Tampa and Wiggins were roommates at the Combine and got to know each other.

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