Yes, the Ravens are in better shape thanks to the cap going up, but I wouldn't let my expectations just go free and soar to the stars.

Entering the offseason, Head Coach John Harbaugh gave updates on Tavon Young, Nick Boyle and Seth Roberts.

Robert Griffin III feels ready if called upon. Marshal Yanda trusts the coaches' decision at left guard. Tavon Young's season is over, but surgery isn't set in stone yet.

Ravens reportedly working to extend Patrick Ricard. ESPN's Bill Barnwell says potentially losing Tavon Young will hurt Ravens. The home-field advantage at M&T Bank Stadium still matters. 

Heading into the final preseason game, left guard remains an open competition. Chris Board and Jaylen Ferguson have been cleared to return from concussion protocol. Decisions on Tavon Young and Iman Marshall have yet to be made.

Tavon Young's neck injury could lead to a larger role for Baltimore native Cyrus Jones. Marquise Brown is a full participant in practice. Marshal Yanda won't play in Philly, to focus on Week 1 return.

Ravens slot cornerback Tavon Young appears headed for surgery, Head Coach John Harbaugh announced.

Several outside linebackers had strong days; Tavon Young continues shutdown coverage at nickel corner.

Wink Martindale says new-look defense has same expectation for excellence. Michael Pierce is receiving plenty of support. A free agent cornerback makes two picks during practice.

The Ravens have had to hit the free-agency market to find solutions in their secondary in recent years. They'd rather grow them in-house and pay players they know.

Baltimore signed cornerback Tavon Young to a reported $27.8 million deal to put him under contract through 2022. They did it because of his consistency, character and versatility.

Ravens cornerback Tavon Young has never backed down from a receiver or a challenge, earning his contract extension with the Ravens. 

Reaction to Tavon Young's reported record-setting deal. What Young's extension could mean for Jimmy Smith, Brandon Carr. Looking at whether other young Ravens will also get new deals. More Ravens free agency predictions. Case Keenum reacts to reported Joe Flacco trade.

Nickel cornerback Tavon Young, a young defensive player on the rise, has reportedly agreed to a contract extension with the Ravens.

Safety Tony Jefferson, outside linebacker Za'Darius Smith, cornerback Tavon Young, and guard Alex Lewis all required surgery following season. 

With the Chargers driving for a potential game-winning touchdown late in the fourth quarter, linebacker Patrick Onwuasor and cornerback Tavon Young teamed up for a fumble and touchdown.

Baltimore's secondary is bracing for the NFL's leaders in passing yards, Matt Ryan, and receiver yards, Julio Jones. After that, it's to high-flying Kansas City. The Ravens may need to snap their interceptions drought.

Canady returns to 53-man roster after recovering from a Week 1 knee injury. 

Michael Vick believes Lamar Jackson has a great coach in Marty Mornhinweg. Don't forget about Robert Griffin III. All eyes on Tavon Young. Ray Lewis is really mad at modern defenses. 

Baltimore expects to get players back after the bye, and those playing through injuries should be in much better shape.

With two sacks in Week 1, cornerback Tavon Young showed his versatility and value after a year lost to an ACL injury. 

Rookie tackle Orlando Brown Jr. has transformed his body. John Harbaugh is encouraged by Jimmy Smith's first game action. Willie Snead says his best challenge this year will be Tavon Young.

Why quarterback Lamar Jackson, cornerback Tavon Young and running back Kenneth Dixon could have big roles. Todd Heap gives his take on (and advice to) Ravens' rookie tight ends. These 2017 starters are battling to remain starters. Ravens mourning the loss of Capital Gazette sports reporter John McNamara.

How do you follow a legend? Eric DeCosta has studied successful transitions. What do Lamar Jackson and Hayden Hurst plan to do with their first pay checks? Todd McShay's way-too-early 2019 NFL mock draft. Don't underestimate James Urban's influence on the offense.

Cornerback Tavon Young had a spectacular rookie season, but suffered a torn ACL in last year's Organized Team Activities. Now, almost a year later, he's itching to return to the field.

Cornerback Cyrus Jones sees this as his opportunity to make an impact on defense.

Head Coach John Harbaugh says Jermaine Eluemunor played well in the second preseason game.

Cornerback Tavon Young and wide receiver Willie Snead IV could end up being the Ravens' primary punt returner this season.

Cornerback Tavon Young talks about what he's seen from the Ravens' receivers in OTAs.

New General Manager Eric DeCosta is showing signs of what his era will look like. DeCosta indicated that he wants to reach more contract extensions with young, homegrown talent.

Cornerback Tavon Young talks about his emotions in signing a three-year extension and Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh speak to why the Ravens made such a big commitment.

The Ravens rewarded cornerback Tavon Young with a three-year contract extension. Check out these big plays to see why.

Tavon Young signed a reported three-year extension Thursday. Matthew Judon, Justin Tucker, Michael Pierce and Ronnie Stanley are other possible candidates.

Cleveland is treating Sunday's game like a playoff contest, and Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield is a 'killer,' says his former college teammate.

Cornerback Tavon Young says he was sick during Saturday's scoop-and-score in Los Angeles.

The Ravens can win the AFC North and get a home playoff game for the first time since 2012. Here's what John Harbaugh said about the team's mentality.

Cornerback Tavon Young says the Ravens defense has proven that they're for real and they have to finish with a win against Cleveland.

Linebacker Patrick Onwuasor knocks the ball out of the arms of tight end Antonio Gates and cornerback Tavon Young returns it 62 yards for a touchdown.

Linebacker Patrick Onwuasor stripped quarterback Matt Ryan and Tavon Young scooped it up and took it to the house for a game-breaking score.

Slot cornerback Tavon Young laid out and held onto a third-down pass from Baker Mayfield to end the Browns' first drive with a turnover.

Ravens cornerback Tavon Young talks about the chemistry and unique personalities of the secondary.

NFL Network's James Palmer talks about how cornerback Marlon Humphrey will be key in the Week 2 matchup against the Bengals.

Cornerback Tavon Young got home on a delayed blitz to bring down Bills quarterback Nathan Peterman.

Best dancer? Best social media presence? Best basketball player? The vets give their answers.

Third-year cornerback Tavon Young says he doesn't complain anymore after missing his entire sophomore season. Now Young is ready to have a big impact as the Ravens' slot corner.

The cornerback is coming off a torn ACL that he suffered last year and he's back to playing the nickel role where he thrives.

The Ravens third-year corner doesn't feel like his surgically-repaired knee is holding him back anymore.

The Ravens cornerback has been been practicing the last two weeks after rehabbing a torn ACL that he suffered last year during OTAs.

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning throws his second interception of the day to Baltimore Ravens cornerback Tavon Young.

Why hasn't Tavon Young been promoted to starting corner over Shareece Wright? Plus, how to create more pressure from pass rushers and why offensive lineman John Urschel hasn't played.