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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

The Baltimore Ravens signed free agent CB Chris Carr general manager/executive vice president Ozzie Newsome announced Wednesday morning. "Chris is a versatile player who gives us quality depth in the secondary," said Newsome. "He has coverage skills, and he is a sound tackler willing to come up and take on the backs and the linemen blocking for those guys. He has shown that he can be a viable kick returner, and we look forward to seeing what he can do there for us." Carr, a four-year NFL...

The Baltimore Ravens' second annual Swimsuit Calendar photo shoot and 98 Rock's annual Spring Fling trip have united to offer fans the ultimate escape. The DJ's of 98 Rock's Morning Show will accompany Ravens Cheerleaders and staff to the Wyndham Nassau Resort & Crystal Palace Casino on the beautiful islands of the Bahamas from May 3-11 for the Ravens/98 Rock Cheerleader Paradise Getaway. Fans have the opportunity to attend the getaway by purchasing all-inclusive packages at the Wyndham...