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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. Email him at epreston@baltsun.com.

Ravens linebacker Mike Green takes part in a pass-rushing drill during OTAs on Tuesday. Baltimore's coaches expect Green to make significant strides in his second NFL season. (Kevin Richardson/Staff)

Mike Preston: These 10 Ravens must improve in 2026 | COMMENTARY

June 5, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

The Ravens fell short of expectations in 2025. These 10 players need to improve for Baltimore to reach its goals in 2026, Mike Preston writes.

"I think there's a multitude of positions where we're really trying to rotate a lot of pieces," Ravens coach Jesse Minter said Wednesday. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Mike Preston: Ravens won’t win unless they solve O-line puzzle | COMMENTARY

May 29, 2026 at 3:56 p.m.

The Ravens can't and won't win unless they can protect Lamar Jackson. Figuring out the offensive line puzzle is crucial, Mike Preston writes.

Princeton men's lacrosse won the national title Monday, beating Notre Dame, 16-9. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Mike Preston: Princeton men’s lacrosse looks unstoppable in national title win | COMMENTARY

May 25, 2026 at 6:31 p.m.

Princeton men's lacrosse looked unstoppable in Monday's commanding national title win over Notre Dame, Mike Preston writes.

Princeton’s Colin Burns (0) celebrates a goal with teammate Chad Palumbo against Cornell during the Ivy League Tournament final on May 3 in Ithaca, New York. (Ivy League Photo)

Mike Preston: Princeton lacrosse could become a power again | COMMENTARY

May 23, 2026 at 6:28 p.m.

One giant went down, but another remains as Princeton and Notre Dame advanced to the NCAA men's lacrosse championship game.

Maryland’s Eric Spanos keeps control of the ball under pressure from Princeton players during an NCAA Tournament game in 2024. The Tigers will face Duke in the Final Four this weekend. (Kim Hairston/Staff)

Mike Preston: Predicting NCAA men’s lacrosse Final Four | COMMENTARY

May 21, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

Four of the nation's best men's lacrosse teams remain in the NCAA Tournament. Who will advance to the title game? Columnist Mike Preston gives his take.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, speaking to the media last season, has routinely missed voluntary workouts during his career. (Kevin Richardson/Staff)

Mike Preston: Don’t panic about Ravens QB Lamar Jackson yet | COMMENTARY

May 19, 2026 at 5:56 p.m.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson didn't show up for OTAs on Tuesday. He needed to be there, but don't be surprised, Mike Preston writes.

Ravens running back Derrick Henry runs for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Detroit Lions last season. Baltimore's 2026 season features four primetime games. (Kenneth K. Lam/Staff)

Mike Preston: Ravens’ schedule sets up well for late-season surge | COMMENTARY

May 15, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

The Ravens' 2026 schedule ends with four consecutive AFC North foes. That's a good thing, Mike Preston writes.

The Johns Hopkins men's lacrosse team celebrates a goal against Penn State during the Big Ten Tournament championship game on May 2 in Piscataway, New Jersey. (Courtesy of Johns Hopkins)

Mike Preston: In weird and wacky lacrosse, it’s back to square one | COMMENTARY

May 12, 2026 at 3:44 p.m.

In the weird and wacky world of lacrosse, it's back to square one after the first round of the NCAA Tournament, Mike Preston writes.

Johns Hopkins defenseman Quintan Kilrain collides with Robert Morris midfielder Gavin Pedone, right, earlier this season. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Mike Preston: NCAA men’s lacrosse tournament 1st-round picks | COMMENTARY

May 8, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

Which NCAA men's lacrosse teams will advance out of the first round? Columnist Mike Preston makes his picks.

Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell shouts during a rehydration break at practice in 2020. The 39-year-old returned to Baltimore for his 19th NFL season. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Mike Preston: Ravens need a steady hand. Enter Calais Campbell. | COMMENTARY

May 6, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

There are a few players who can motivate and inspire. Calais Campbell is one, and his influence on the Ravens is needed, Mike Preston writes.

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