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Considering the Ravens' recent history, at least one man from their 2009 crop of rookie free agents will make the active roster.

L.J. Smith is learning that some labels are stickier than others. For a few years when he played for the Philadelphia Eagles , Smith had developed a reputation as one of the better pass-catching tight ends in the NFL .

Head Coach John Harbaugh has brought the strategy of preparing for one's particular division during a minicamp from his time serving under Andy Reid with the Philadelphia Eagles.

After taking part in the most practice work he's seen all offseason, Todd Heap believes he will be able to fully participate by the start of training camp.

The Ravens have made many big adjustments and moves this offseason, but there are certainly some issues that are flying under many fansa radars.

Tight end Davon Drew agreed to a three-year deal that includes just less than $140,000 in guaranteed money with the Ravens, the team announced Thursday.

Dona t tell the coaching staff that these offseason camps are meaningless. On Tuesdaya s passing camp, offensive coordinator Cam Cameron and wide receivers coach Jim Hostler took different avenues in impressing upon the players the importance of these practices.

McGahee started nine games for the Ravens last season, including the AFC championship game at Pittsburgh.

The Ravens must have expelled a gasp of fear when tight end Edgar Jones hit the turf in Tuesday's practice.

The Ravens have invited undrafted Center from UTEP, Robby Felix to camp. His story is special as just six months ago Felix suffered a stroke and is attempting to become only the second player in NFL history to play after such an ordeal.

The Ravens haven't declared tight end a state of emergency yet, but they are keeping a cautious eye on the position.

Opening statement: "Great to see everybody on our once-a-week deal here. You guys happy to be out, watching a little ball? Enjoying it? Getting away from the Orioles for a couple of hours? I'll be there over the weekend, by the way.

Ravens' offensive coordinator Cam Cameron's system definitely likes to utilize the tight end.

It has been just over a year since Baltimore Ravens tight end Quinn Sypniewski's left knee buckled during an awkward collision with outside linebacker Antwan Barnes.

The Ravens really haven't run any trick plays run yet this offseason, as the current passing camp is generally focused on installation of the basic offense.

During the Ravensa mandatory minicamp two weeks ago, wideout Derrick Mason was able to do some light work in some practices despite having shoulder surgery to repair his labrum and scapula this offseason.

Lea Ron McClain was one of the NFLa s largest running backs last season, weighing in at over 260 pounds.

The Ravens improved their tight end corps with the selection of East Carolinaa s Davon Drew in the fifth round.

This year, the Ravens hold the 26th spot in Aprila s NFL Draft. That was determined after the team finished 11-5 during the regular season, regardless of its run to the AFC Championship.

If he signs, the tight end would reunite with John Harbaugh, now Baltimore's coach.