Justin Harper News

Derrick Mason can carry a football much better than he can carry a tune. But on Tuesday, the Ravens veteran wide receiver did his best to serenade seniors at the Oak Crest Retirement Community in Parkville like a crooner from the doo-wop era.

On what he sees in the Broncos' film that explains why they play so well defensively in the second half: "Well, I think they get after it.

From Aaron Wilson's "Ravens pare roster to 53" September 6, 2009 OWINGS MILLS - Reacting to a series of uneven preseason performances, the Baltimore Ravens released five wide receivers on Saturday during their final major roster cutdown as they parted ways with Justin Harper and Yamon Figurs while signaling interest in former New York Giants wide ...

Wide receiver Justin Harper, a seventh-round draft choice in 2008 by the Ravens who impressed the team in training camp heading into this season but had trouble holding onto the ball in exhibition games, was signed to the practice squad today.

Justin Harper, left, leaves Washington Redskins cornerback Kevin Barnes on the field during the second quarter of a preseason NFL football game.

Of the 22 players waived by the Ravens today, they'll probably try to get receivers Justin Harper, Jayson Foster, Eron Riley, fullback Jason Cook, safety K.J. Gerard, center Robby Felix and linebacker William VanDeSteeg back on the developmental squad.

Wide receiver Justin Harper celebrates his second-quarter touchdown during a preseason NFL football game against the Washington Redskins last month.

Several media outlets this afternoon are reporting that the Ravens have cut several players.

I must say I was surprised that John Harbaugh choose to put his backups in for the entire game, minus a first start for Terrell Suggs and some more work for Demetrius Williams.

Head Coach John Harbaugh and General Manager Ozzie Newsome seem content with the list of receivers currently on their roster.

On how he plans to proceed with the kickers: "I think we're proceeding as usual right now.

The Ravens defeated the New York Jets, 24-23 , in the second preseason game for both teams.

What to look for in the Ravens' second preseason game tonight: POSITION: Defensive tackle.

Joe Flacco directed two early scoring drives Thursday and backup Troy Smith threw a touchdown pass, boosting the Ravens a 23-0 preseason win over Washington.

Of the team's six penalties in the morning session, five were committed by the offense, including two illegal-formation calls.

Below is the Ravensa TM practice and media schedule for Aug. 15-22. Please note that this Sundaya TMs morning practice has been cancelled, and the team will only practice at 2:45 p.m. The Ravens break training camp on Aug.

Here are the most interesting stories Wednesday in the AFC North: Baltimore Ravens starting receiver Derrick Mason dislocated his finger and could miss Thursday's preseason opener against the Washington Redskins.

The Baltimore Ravens' passing game appears to be better than anticipated. The Washington Redskins? Not so much.

"Thanks for coming. It was a good start and obviously we have a whole lot of work to do.

The Baltimore Ravens probably figured their receiver woes had ended when Derrick Mason rejoined the team after a three-week retirement.