The Baltimore Ravens Kick Off 2008 "What Moves U" Program

The Baltimore Ravens Kick Off 2008 "What Moves U" Program
The Baltimore Ravens, Dairy Management, Inc. and the American Heart Association (AHA) will kick off a six-week program this Tuesday (10/14) as part of the national NFL What Moves U campaign designed to promote physical fitness and healthy living among an increasingly inactive generation of children. In the fall of 2006, the NFL and the AHA launched What Moves U, a national curriculum-based program to promote physical fitness and good health to America's youth. The What Moves U program is the...

Ravens in Our Community Tuesday (10/14)

Ravens in Our Community Tuesday (10/14)
Fitness Day at Booker T. Washington Ravens S Ed Reed will host a fitness day for students at Booker T. Washington Middle School this Tuesday (10/14). More than 500 students from Booker T. Washington and nearby Winston Middle School will take part in the fitness activities. Reed will be joined by teammates and his personal trainer Monte Sanders, and the group will teach and demonstrate various drills that the youth can do on their own to stay active. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Booker T....

Anthony Burgos Named Ravens High School Coach of the Week

Anthony Burgos Named Ravens High School Coach of the Week
Anthony Burgos, head coach of the Franklin (Reisterstown, Md.) varsity football team, has been named Ravens High School Coach of the Week for the sixth week of the 2008 season. Presented by Toyota, this is the 12th year of the Ravens' award program. Franklin upended Perry Hall last Friday night (10/10), 45-41. Burgos' Indians (4-2) were down to the Gators 20-10 in the second quarter, but overcame the deficit to give Perry Hall (5-1) its first loss of the season. With a strong second...

Ogden: Ring of Honor

Ogden: Ring of Honor
Jonathan Ogden, the first draft choice in Baltimore Ravens history and an 11-time Pro Bowler, will be inducted into the team's Ring of Honor at M&T Bank Stadium on Oct. 26. The Ring of Honor is presented by Smyth Jewelers, who will give Ogden a spectacular crystal vase and a commemorative coin to honor the occasion. The actual induction will take place at halftime of the Ravens/Raiders game. Ogden completed his 12-season career with the Ravens following the 2007 campaign. He has more starts,...

Ravens Roster Moves

Ravens Roster Moves
The Ravens have placed the following players on injured reserve: Marshal Yanda (G, 6-3, 310, 2nd-year, Iowa) - Knee: Yanda is expected to have surgery soon. Tavares Gooden (LB, 6-1, 235, Rookie, Miami) - Hip Baltimore also signed the following players to the active roster from its practice squad: Edgar Jones (TE, 6-3, 263, 2nd-year, Southeast Missouri) - Bio is on page 117 of the Ravens 2008 media guide. Ernie Wheelright (WR, 6-5, 220, Rookie, Minnesota) - Bio is on page 250 of the...

Ravens in Our Community Tuesday (10/21)

Ravens in Our Community Tuesday (10/21)
Karaoke at Oak Crest Retirement Community Ravens WR Derrick Mason will host the second stop on his karaoke tour this Tuesday (10/21). All residents of the Oak Crest Retirement Community will be welcomed to participate in the karaoke session. Mason will be joined by his teammates in Oak Crest's Acorn Pub serenading all in attendance with a variety of hits from a collection of over 30,000 songs. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Oak Crest Retirement Community Acorn Pub 8820 Walther Boulevard Baltimore,...

Samari Rolle to Help Build Playground this Tuesday

Samari Rolle to Help Build Playground this Tuesday
WHO: Samari Rolle, cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens, along with volunteers from The Home Depot, organizers from the nonprofit KaBOOM! and members of the local community are joining forces to build an entire playground for the Druid Heights Community in just one day. This community playground project will provide a safe and fun place for students to play while promoting positive and healthy lifestyles. The project will also provide a valuable opportunity for the community...

Havre de Grace's Johnny Brooks Named Ravens High School Coach of the Week

Havre de Grace's Johnny Brooks Named Ravens High School Coach of the Week
Johnny Brooks, head coach of the Havre de Grace High School (Havre de Grace, Md.) varsity football team, has been named Ravens High School Coach of the Week for the seventh week of the 2008 season. Presented by Toyota, this is the 12th year of the Ravens' award program. Brooks earned the nod after a win over Perryville Friday (10/17). The Panthers seemed intent on giving Havre de Grace its first loss of the season. Havre de Grace was down 8-6 at the half, but had a spectacular 34 points in...

Ravens Salute Maryland Volunteers through Community Quarterback Award Program

Ravens Salute Maryland Volunteers through Community Quarterback Award Program
The National Football League and the Baltimore Ravens have teamed up to recognize outstanding Maryland volunteers through the NFL's Community Quarterback Awards. Funded by NFL Charities, these awards recognize community volunteers - youth and adults - who demonstrate leadership, dedication, and a commitment to bettering their communities. Charitable organizations are invited to nominate their notable volunteers for this year's Community Quarterback Awards. Individuals can also nominate...

Statement from Ravens LB Terrell Suggs

Statement from Ravens LB Terrell Suggs
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs asked the team to issue this statement today: "I've got to set the record straight about what I said about so-called bounties. I tried to explain this on Wednesday, but it keeps coming back up. "We, the players, don't pay each other to take another player out of the game. And you know coaches don't do that. As I said before, we prepare to stop the other team's best players every week. Those are the players who can beat you with big plays. For...

Baltimore Ravens Partner with Shoppers for November Food Collection Efforts

Baltimore Ravens Partner with Shoppers for November Food Collection Efforts
Shoppers Food and Pharmacy joins the Baltimore Ravens this November for the 13th annual Ravens Family Food & Funds Drive. Baltimore-area Shoppers stores will be accepting donations of canned goods and other non-perishables from Nov. 1 - 23. In 2007, the November collection effort produced more than 24,000 pounds of food. The food and proceeds went directly to the Maryland Food Bank, which distributed the donated items to soup kitchens, food pantries and emergency shelters throughout the...

Ravens Roster Moves

Ravens Roster Moves
The Ravens have placed the following players on Injured Reserve: Derrick Martin (CB, 5-10, 202, 3rd-year, Wyoming) - Shoulder Demetrius Williams (WR, 6-2, 197, 3rd-year, Oregon) - Ankle Baltimore also signed the following free agent: Terrance Copper (WR, 6-0, 207, 5th-year, East Carolina) - Bio is attached Baltimore also signed the following player to the active roster from its practice squad: Steve Hauschka (K, 6-4, 210, Rookie, North Carolina State) - Bio is attached The Ravens...

Ravens Roster Moves

Ravens Roster Moves
The Ravens have waived the following player: Todd Bouman (QB, 6-2, 226, 10th-year, St. Cloud State) Baltimore also signed the following player to its active roster from the practice squad: Anwar Phillips (CB, 6-0, 187, 1st-year, Penn State) - Bio is attached ANWAR PHILLIPS No. 28 Cornerback Years in NFL: 1 Ht: 6-0 Wt: 187 College: Penn State HS: Northwest (Germantown, MD) HS Born: 10/25/82 in St. Petersburg, FL Joined Ravens: Free Agent, 2008 Transactions: Anwar Phillips signed was...

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

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

Ravens Roster Moves

Ravens Roster Moves
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:...

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

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

Ravens in Our Community Tuesday (11/18)

Ravens in Our Community Tuesday (11/18)
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...

Ravens Roster Moves

Ravens Roster Moves
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...

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

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

Ravens in Our Community: 2008 Thanksgiving Efforts

Ravens in Our Community: 2008 Thanksgiving Efforts
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...