Jonathan Vilma

Phil Savage on Rolando McClain: 'It's definitely worth a try, low-risk, high-reward'

2013-04-10 10:37:00

The Ravens are in talks with former Oakland Raiders starting middle linebacker Rolando McClain, gauging the viability of potentially adding a young player who's found trouble off the field and inconsistent success on the field. If the Ravens do pull the...

In BCS title game era, which team was best?

2013-01-06 21:02:00

Hurricanes blow 'em away Matt Murschel Orlando Sentinel The 2001 Miami Hurricanes were by far the best national champion in the BCS era. They ran over just about everybody, including a talented Nebraska team in the Rose Bowl. Offensively, the...

Can Saints' Vilma get reinstated into NFL?

2012-07-30 20:47:46

Fighting for reputation Chris Korman Baltimore Sun What a quagmire. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell did, in fact, base his ruling on overwhelming evidence, both in the form of testimony and records found on the Saints' computer systems. About the only...

Winners, losers in Tagliabue decision?

2012-12-12 19:53:41

Goodell wins, loses Sam Farmer Los Angeles Times Roger Goodell was both the biggest loser and winner in Paul Tagliabue's bounty scandal ruling. Goodell's credibility has taken a huge hit over the course of this ordeal, and having his predecessor...

Coffee Companion (10/16): your daily Ravens fix

2012-10-16 06:15:00

Every morning, Monday through Friday, blogger Matt Vensel will hook you up with reading material -- mostly on the Ravens but with some other Baltimore sports stuff, too -- to skim through as you slug down coffee and slack off at the start of your workday....

Was penalty against Vilma too severe?

2012-05-20 20:49:53

NFL must prove guilt Sam Farmer Los Angeles Times The suspension of Jonathan Vilma was not too severe if in fact he offered $10,000 bounties to any teammate who took out Kurt Warner or Brett Favre. That's clearly crossing the line. But the thing is,...

Game 9: Boller pulls out win

2004-11-15 00:00:00

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - On the day when the Ravens' vaunted defense and special teams both flinched, Kyle Boller exuded the unflappable poise yesterday. On the day when injuries rained chaos on the depth chart, their second-year quarterback assumed...

'Perfect storm' carried Bushrod to Bears

2013-03-13 19:08:00

Jermon Bushrods don't just happen. Jermon Bushrods hardly ever are available in free agency. Jermon Bushrods rarely are available in the draft after the first handful of picks. So when Jermon Bushrod falls from the sky in March, and your starting...

The Go Guide Weekend Preview: Idol worship with Penn Jillette, the Super Bowl

2013-01-31 04:02:00

Penn Jillette is, famously, not a religious man, but his visit to South Florida for performances at the Hard Rock this weekend is a pilgrimage of sorts. “Without Randi, there would be no Penn & Teller,” says the magician, author and star...

Where to watch the Super Bowl

2013-01-30 11:17:00

Couldn't afford tickets to the Big Easy?� Don't worry, there's plenty of places to watch Super Bowl�XLVII and its million-dollar commercials. Whether you're a die-hard Ravens or Niners fan, Super Bowl in South Florida is the second best option come game...

BCS title game: Which championship team is the best of the era?

2013-01-04 13:27:00

Writers from around the Tribune Co. offer their picks on which BCS champion team is the best ever in the 15-year history of the format. Feel free to join the conversation with a comment of your own. Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times Tough call because...

Pompei's NFL power rankings

2012-10-23 21:00:00

1. Giants (3 last week): Is there a better quarterback in the NFL in the final two minutes than Eli Manning? 2. Bears (6): They have the best defense in the NFL by a wide margin, and the offense isn't bad either. 3. Falcons (1): The offense is...

NFL fans enjoyed the BBQ and drinks before the Super Bowl at Brother Jimmy's BBQ restaurant. The restaurant is owned by NFL linebackers Jonathan Vilma, D.J. Williams and Jon Beason.

2013-02-03 00:00:00

Many called the penalties unfair and criticisms of NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's transparency forced Goodell to appoint NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue as an independent arbitrator. Tagliabue subsequently overturned all player suspensions.

2012-12-13 15:15:26

One of the central figures in the club's bounty scandal, Jonathan Vilma is currently on the physically unable to perform list as he appeals the year-long suspension issued by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.

2012-10-15 00:00:00