Tuesday, August 1, 2017

Ray Lewis Tells Colin Kaepernick to Change Social Activism Strategy

Former Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis thinks Colin Kaepernick should avoid using the football field as a platform to try to promote social change. 

Lewis posted a video message Tuesday in which he discusses the stance Kaepernick has taken as a political activist and why he should "let [his] play speak for itself," via TMZ Sports:

The Ravens have been linked to Kaepernick over the past week, though it's unclear how serious the team is about engaging the free-agent quarterback in negotiations. 

On Sunday, Jeff Zrebiec of the Baltimore Sun reported Ravens president Dick Cass said the team has had "direct discussions" with Kaepernick and is weighing whether to pursue him. 

Kaepernick has yet to find a deal with an NFL team since opting out of his contract with the San Francisco 49ers in March. The 29-year-old gained notoriety last year for taking a knee during the national anthem before each game as a form of silent protest for police brutality and racial injustice. 

He continues to make good on his pledge to donate up to $1 million to various communities around the country in need of help, with a total of $700,000 through April, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport

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from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2725097-ray-lewis-tells-colin-kaepernick-to-change-social-activism-strategy

Maryland Sales Tax-Free Shopping Week 2017: Scholarship Contest, Dates

Shoppers can save on back-to-school supplies during Maryland's sales tax-free shopping week, and have a chance to win college scholarships.

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Crockett Gillmore Underwent Season-Ending Knee Surgery on MCL Injury

Baltimore Ravens tight end Crockett Gillmore will miss the entire 2017 season after undergoing knee surgery to repair his MCL, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter on Tuesday.          

Injuries limited Gillmore to just seven games last season after he enjoyed a career year in 2015.

Two seasons ago, Gillmore led all Ravens tight ends with 33 receptions for 412 yards and four touchdowns.

The 2014 third-round pick out of Colorado State had just eight grabs for 71 yards and one touchdown in 2016, though, as injuries and the return of Dennis Pitta limited his effectiveness.

Gillmore was expected to take on a greater role this season following Pitta's release, and he represents the latest in a long line of significant injuries at the tight end position for Baltimore.

While the 25-year-old won't be in the picture this season, the Ravens do boast some solid depth at tight end.

Veteran Benjamin Watson will return after missing all of 2016 with an injury. The Ravens also still have Maxx Williams, and they signed former New York Giant Larry Donnell at the end of July.

Quarterback Joe Flacco has shown a propensity for utilizing his tight ends often, but he'll miss the sure-handedness and blocking ability of Gillmore in 2017.

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from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2725056-crockett-gillmore-to-undergo-season-ending-knee-surgery-on-mcl-injury

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Ryan Mallett Talks Colin Kaepernick, Says He's Not Worried About His Status

When asked about the possibility of the Baltimore Ravens signing quarterback Colin Kaepernick on Sunday, Ravens backup Ryan Mallett was unconcerned.           

According to Edward Lee of the Baltimore Sun, Mallett said his focus was solely on the current team: "We're worried about the Ravens right now. If he comes, cool. If he doesn't, cool. We don't really care about that right now."

                   

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.

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from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2725012-ryan-mallett-talks-colin-kaepernick-says-hes-not-worried-about-his-status

Maryland's Strict Gun-Control Laws May Soon Be Lifted By The Federal Government

Assault weapons and high-capacity gun magazines could be making a comeback in Maryland.

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5 Reasons Why We Should Have Tried Blue Apron Sooner

We finally hopped on the meal-delivery bandwagon to see what all the fuss was about. [SPONSORED]

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