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Mike Preston

Mike Preston is a sports columnist at The Baltimore Sun and he provides commentary on the Ravens and college lacrosse. Mike started at The Sun in 1983 as a sports agate clerk and since then has covered University of Maryland football, the Winter and Summer Olympics, and the Blast. He is a 1981 graduate of Towson University.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson flips the ball behind his back during the first day of training camp. Led by the two-time NFL MVP, the Ravens are considered among the favorites to win the Super Bowl. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Mike Preston: Best Ravens team ever? Let’s compare them. | COMMENTARY

July 27, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

There are no more excuses for the Ravens to miss the Super Bowl, because this team is easily the most balanced in franchise history.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson shakes hands with running back Marcus Major Jr. during training camp practice Thursday in Owings Mills. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Ravens observations: Too many tight ends? Not on this team.

July 24, 2025 at 6:56 p.m.

Ravens tight ends get creative, Malaki Starks looks impressive, DeAndre Hopkins sits out and more from Day 2 of training camp.

Ravens wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins makes a catch after flipping the ball over his shoulder and behind his back during the first day of training camp Wednesday in Owings Mills. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Ravens observations from opening practice of training camp

July 23, 2025 at 8:07 p.m.

The Ravens opened training camp for the 2025 season Wednesday with a 90-minute practice. Here's what we saw and heard.

Justin Tucker, shown after a kick during the 2024 season, was released by the Ravens and suspended by the NFL. It's possible a team in need of a reliable kicker adds him during the 2025 season. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Mike Preston: We might not have seen the last of Justin Tucker | COMMENTARY

June 26, 2025 at 7:14 p.m.

If another team is in search of a kicker, ex-Ravens star Justin Tucker will get another chance. You can bank on it, Mike Preston writes.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson walks with his head down during minicamp. Jackson has yet to reach a Super Bowl, despite being a two-time MVP. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Mike Preston: It’s time for the Ravens to get over the hump | COMMENTARY

June 24, 2025 at 7:00 a.m.

With one of the NFL's best rosters, it's time for the Ravens to win championships, writes The Baltimore Sun's Mike Preston.

The Ravens' signing of cornerback Jaire Alexander is worth the gamble, columnist Mike Preston writes. (Eric Christian Smith/AP file)

Mike Preston: For Ravens, Jaire Alexander is worth the gamble | COMMENTARY

June 20, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

The Ravens have had the NFL's best roster for two years and have nothing to show for it. Now, with CB Jaire Alexander, it's time to win big.

Ravens running back Derrick Henry works out during Wednesday's indoor practice the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Ravens observations: What we saw and heard as minicamp winds down

June 18, 2025 at 6:46 p.m.

Ravens minicamp practice offered a glimpse at how the team is taking shape this offseason. Here's what we saw and heard on Wednesday.

Ravens quarterback Devin Leary watches Lamar Jackson and Cooper Rush throw during Tuesday's practice. Jackson made his first appearance after skipping most of the voluntary workouts. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Ravens observations: Here’s what stands out so far at mandatory minicamp

June 17, 2025 at 7:25 p.m.

The Ravens held their first open practice of mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. Here's what stood out to columnist Mike Preston.

Ravens coach John Harbaugh said that "intentionality has been a real big message in this offseason." (Kenneth K. Lam/Staff)

Ravens OTA observations: Owner Steve Bisciotti makes first appearance

June 11, 2025 at 6:40 p.m.

Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti made his first appearance at OTAs on Wednesday. Here's what else we observed from practice.

Ravens defensive line coach Dennis Johnson speaks with the media on Monday. (Kenneth K. Lam/Staff)

Ravens OTA observations: A rookie flashes, but where are the veterans?

June 9, 2025 at 6:19 p.m.

Rookie Mike Green is flashing the potential the Ravens need in an edge rusher.

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