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Don Graef of Queen Anne's County Named Ravens High School Coach of the Week

March 29, 2010, 7:44am

Don Graef, head coach of the Queen Anne's County High School (Centreville, Md.) varsity football team, has been named Ravens High School Coach of the Week for the ninth week of the 2008 season. Presented by Toyota, this is the 12th year of the Ravens' award program. Graef led his Lions to a 48-12 win over Easton High School on Halloween. Sitting undefeated at 9-0, Queen Anne's is on its way to the Class 2A playoffs, hoping to surge through the first round where the team fell last year. With...

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Ravens Roster Moves

March 29, 2010, 7:43am

The Ravens have signed the following players: Todd Bouman (QB, 6-2, 226, 10th-year, St. Cloud State) Daren Stone (S, 6-3, 215, 2nd-year, Maine) - Stone's bio is on page 247 of the 2008 Atlanta Falcons media guide Baltimore also signed the following player its practice squad: Anwar Phillips (CB, 6-0, 187, 1st-year, Penn State) - Phillips was waived off the Ravens' active roster on 11/3 The Ravens waived the following player: Ernie Wheelright (WR, 6-5, 220, Rookie, Minnesota) **Note:...

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Ravens Host 8th Annual All Community Team Auction Party Monday (11/17)

March 29, 2010, 7:40am

The Baltimore Ravens will host the 8th annual All Community Team Auction Party this Monday, Nov. 17, on the North Club Level at M&T Bank Stadium. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. and feature light fare along with silent and live auctions. Ravens players with foundations (see list below) will be on hand to meet with All Community Team members and participate in the live auction at 8:45 p.m. Title sponsor, M&T Bank, joins additional Baltimore corporations to form the All Community Team, which...

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Ravens in Our Community Tuesday (11/18)

March 29, 2010, 7:37am

Jameel McClain Kicks Off Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Ravens rookie LB Jameel McClain will join representatives from the Salvation Army Baltimore Area Command in kicking off the Red Kettle Campaign this Tuesday at the Inner Harbor amphitheater. The Salvation Army is known for its service to society. During the holidays, more than 25,000 Salvation Army volunteers will ring bells for donations. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit's programs and distribution of food, clothing, toys and other...

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Ravens Roster Moves

March 29, 2010, 7:36am

The Ravens have signed the following player: Chad Slaughter (6-8, 340, 5th-year Alcorn State) - Slaughter's bio is attached Baltimore has also waived the following player: Robert McCune (LB, 6-0, 245, 2nd-year, Louisville) CHAD SLAUGHTER No. 69 Tackle Years in NFL: 5 Ht: 6-8 Wt: 340 College: Alcorn State High School: Kimball (Dallas) Born: 6/4/78, Dallas, TX Games Played/Started: (2006, 15/6); (2005, 12/0); (2004, 10/0); (2003, 6/1) Total 43/7 Pro: Massive, physical tackle who provides...

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Ravens Host 13th Annual Family Food & Funds Drive at Sunday's Eagles Game

March 29, 2010, 7:35am

The Ravens will host the 13th annual Ravens Family Food & Funds Drive prior to kickoff of Sunday's Ravens vs. Eagles game. The Lady Ravens Association, Ravens family members and M&T Bank volunteers will be stationed outside M&T Bank Stadium gates from 11 a.m. until kickoff at 1 p.m. All food and proceeds go directly to the Maryland Food Bank, which will distribute donated items to soup kitchens, food pantries and emergency shelters throughout the holiday season. The Maryland Food Bank is...

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Ravens in Our Community: 2008 Thanksgiving Efforts

March 29, 2010, 7:35am

Close to 20 Ravens players will be in our community this Tuesday (11/25) to provide holiday meals to families in need. Each year, the players commit to making a difference and feeding Maryland families. In addition to hosting the annual Ravens Food & Family Drive and November collection efforts, the Ravens All Community Team Foundation made a $10,000 donation to the Bea Gaddy Family Center for its annual Thanksgiving dinner events. Together, the Ravens' organization and players work to...

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Redskins-Ravens to be NBC Sunday Night Game on December 7

March 29, 2010, 7:34am

The Week 14 Washington Redskins-Baltimore Ravens game on Sunday, December 7 will be played at 8:15 PM ET on NBC and the New England Patriots-Seattle Seahawks game that day will move to 4:05 PM ET on CBS, the NFL announced today. Following is the final Week 14 NFL schedule (asterisk and bold/italics represents changed game time): THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 OAKLAND AT SAN DIEGO 5:15 PM (PT) NFLN SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7 JACKSONVILLE AT CHICAGO 12:00 PM (CT) CBS MINNESOTA AT DETROIT 1:00 PM...

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Ravens TE Todd Heap to Visit Piney Ridge Elementary in Sykesville, MD on December 2

March 29, 2010, 7:33am

Heap among 34 players participating in "NFL Take a Player to School" presented by JCPenney Afterschool WHO: Baltimore Ravens TE Todd Heap Students from Piney Ridge Elementary WHAT: Heap will pick up 3rd grade student Zachary Owings in a limo from his house, take him to Piney Ridge Elementary, visit the Principal's office, and speak to students about the importance of good health. During the visit, Heap will lead kids in fitness activities, as part of...

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Ravens Players Host 4th Annual Holiday Helpers Thursday (12/4)

March 29, 2010, 7:32am

Ravens QB Kyle Boller, WR Derrick Mason and CB Samari Rolle will host the 4th Annual Holiday Helpers event tomorrow, Thursday, Dec. 4, at the Pikesville Target at 6:30 p.m. In conjunction with their nonprofit charitable foundations, the players donated a total of $15,000 and will provide 55 Baltimore-area youth with gift certificates to Target. The players will join teammates, alumni and more than 40 Ravens cheerleaders as personal shoppers for the children. In addition, several Baltimore...

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"A Raven in a Pear Tree" Holiday Party This Monday

March 29, 2010, 7:31am

Ravens QB Joe Flacco and T Adam Terry will join assistant head coach/defensive coordinator Rex Ryan in supporting Special Olympics Maryland at "A Raven in a Pear Tree" Holiday Party this Monday, Dec. 8. Terry and Ryan are official spokespersons for the nonprofit organization which provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The party is presented by 98 Rock and will feature...

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Ravens Roster Moves

March 29, 2010, 7:30am

The Ravens have signed the following player to their active roster: Jalen Parmele (RB, 5-11, 220, Rookie, Toledo) - Parmele's bio is on page 266 of the Miami Dolphins' Media Guide. Baltimore has also placed the following player on Injured Reserve: Lamar Divens (DT, 6-3, 333, Rookie, Tennessee State) - Shoulder

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Ravens Name 2008 Community Quarterback Award Winners

March 29, 2010, 7:26am

The Baltimore Ravens named three outstanding community volunteers as the 2008 Community Quarterback Award recipients. The award, funded by NFL Charities and the Ravens All Community Team Foundation (RACTF), recognizes outstanding volunteers who demonstrate leadership, dedication and a commitment to bettering their communities. The 2008 Community Quarterbacks were saluted at the Ravens' victory over the Redskins at M&T Bank Stadium on Dec. 7. The honorees received Ravens apparel, autographed...

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Ravens News Release Nolan Reimold

O.J. Brigance and Tony Siragusa to Serve as Honorary Co-Captains at AFC Championship Game

March 29, 2010, 7:24am

Two Ravens who earned Super Bowl rings on Baltimore's 2000 World Championship team, O.J. Brigance and Tony Siragusa, will serve as honorary co-captains at Sunday's AFC Championship game in Pittsburgh. The Ravens' director of player development, O.J. Brigance, who is battling Lou Gehrig's Disease, has been an inspiration to the entire Ravens organization this season. Brigance, who played seven years at linebacker in the NFL, including two seasons in Baltimore (2000-01), has earned numerous...

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Ravens Announce Player Personnel Promotions

March 29, 2010, 7:23am

Baltimore Ravens executive vice president/general manager Ozzie Newsome announced Wednesday afternoon that the team has promoted three longtime members of its personnel staff. Eric DeCosta has been elevated to director of player personnel, Vincent Newsome has been promoted to director of pro personnel, and Joe Hortiz has been named director of college scouting. "All of these men have been with the Baltimore Ravens for the bulk of our organization's existence," Newsome stated. "They have...

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Ravens Designate Suggs Franchise Player

March 29, 2010, 7:22am

The Baltimore Ravens this afternoon designated Terrell Suggs as a franchise player for the second year in a row. By doing this, the Ravens secure Suggs' rights for the 2009 season. "Our plan is to sign 'Sizzle' to a long-term contract. We believe our history of keeping our best players for a long time speaks for itself," general manager and executive vice president Ozzie Newsome said. Players who played for the 2008 Ravens who are not under contract for 2009 will become free agents on...

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Ravens Agree to Terms with Foxworth

March 29, 2010, 7:21am

The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to a four-year contract with free agent CB Domonique Foxworth, general manager/executive vice president Ozzie Newsome announced Friday. Foxworth, 25, is a four-year NFL veteran who has played in 60 career games (28 starts). The 5-11, 180-pounder has totaled 177 tackles, four interceptions and 45 passes defensed during his professional career. Playing for the Atlanta Falcons in 2008, Foxworth saw action in 14 games (10 starts), recording 39 tackles and one...

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Ravens Agree to Terms with Lewis, Birk

March 29, 2010, 7:19am

The Baltimore Ravens reached agreements in principle with two Pro Bowl players Wednesday afternoon. LB Ray Lewis will remain a Raven. "We have agreed in principle on a multi-year contract that will allow Ray to finish his career as a Baltimore Raven," general manager/executive vice president Ozzie Newsome announced. "From beginning to end as a Raven... Wow! To be with the same team with the same fans for an entire career, that doesn't happen in the NFL," Lewis said. "The bottom line...

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Baltimore Ravens Cheerleader Tryouts This Weekend

March 29, 2010, 7:18am

The Baltimore Ravens will host auditions for their 2009 cheerleading squad on Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8 at the Downtown Athletic Club. Saturday registration will be held between 9:30-11:00 a.m. and material will be taught from 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tryouts will begin at 12:45 p.m. on Saturday and run from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on Sunday. "Entering our 12th cheerleading season, we are excited," said Ravens cheerleaders coordinator Tina Galdieri. "Cheerleading tryouts are not only...

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Ravens and Orioles Team Up for Double-Header

March 29, 2010, 7:15am

Baltimore's two biggest sports franchises have teamed up to offer fans a unique double-header. The Baltimore Ravens and the Baltimore Orioles have packaged together the Ravens' Spring Football Festival with an Orioles' home game against the Texas Rangers to offer fans two great events for one ticket. On Saturday, April 25, the Ravens will hold their 12th annual Spring Football Festival, presented by Verizon Wireless, at M&T Bank Stadium from 3-7 p.m. The family-friendly event consists of...