Assistant sports editor

Bennett Conlin

Bennett edits The Baltimore Sun’s coverage of the Orioles, Ravens, and Terps, while also contributing regularly as a writer. A 2018 graduate of James Madison University, Bennett previously worked as a sports betting reporter for Better Collective and a college sports beat reporter for The Daily Progress in Charlottesville, Virginia. When he’s not working, you can probably find Bennett on the golf course. Email him at bconlin@baltsun.com.

Terps coach Michael Locksley, shown before the season, spoke about 5-star prospect Zion Elee's recent visit to South Carolina in a radio interview. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Maryland’s Michael Locksley addresses Zion Elee’s South Carolina visit

October 30, 2025 at 3:15 p.m.

A prized Maryland football commit visited South Carolina. Coach Michael Locksley suggests the prospect could've been paid to visit.

Orioles hire Craig Albernaz as manager. National pundits love the move.

October 28, 2025 at 1:44 p.m.

If national pundits are to be believed, the Orioles are in good hands with new manager Craig Albernaz.

Former Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco warms up with the Browns in Week 2. The Browns later traded Flacco to the Bengals, which perplexed others within the AFC North. (Kenneth K. Lam/Staff)

Mike Tomlin, John Harbaugh react to Joe Flacco being traded within division

October 13, 2025 at 5:12 p.m.

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin and Ravens coach Harbaugh both admitted they were surprised that the Browns traded Joe Flacco within the division.

A member of the Savannah Bananas signs autographs before a Banana Ball baseball game against the Firefighters at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Bananas are not scheduled to play in Baltimore in 2026, but two of their league members will compete in Bowie. (Kim Hairston/Staff)

Savannah Bananas won’t return to Baltimore, but new rivals visit Maryland

October 10, 2025 at 3:25 p.m.

After visiting Baltimore in 2025, the Savannah Bananas won't return in 2026. Two opponents of the Bananas, however, will play in Bowie.

Texans wide receiver Christian Kirk catches a wide-open deep pass against Ravens rookie safety Malaki Starks. The Ravens have the league's worst scoring defense through five weeks. (Kenneth K. Lam/Staff)

The Ravens are 1-4. So why are they still the AFC North favorite?

October 8, 2025 at 1:18 p.m.

The Ravens, despite starting 1-4, are still the betting favorite to win the AFC North. Why? Sports betting analysts help explain.

Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey, shown during offseason practices, hosts a weekly podcast. Humphrey recently responded to criticism about him hosting a podcast during the NFL season. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Ravens CB Marlon Humphrey responds to criticism about hosting podcast

October 7, 2025 at 4:07 p.m.

Some Ravens fans and national analysts have questioned why Marlon Humphrey hosts a podcast. The Ravens defensive back responded Tuesday.

Ravens safety Reuben Lowery III walks off after the defense allowed a Texans touchdown. The Ravens are allowing 35.4 points per game, which is the worst mark of any defense in the league. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

NFL pundits react to Ravens’ 1-4 start to the season: ‘The defense stinks’

October 6, 2025 at 11:12 a.m.

What do NFL analysts think of the Ravens? ESPN's Booger McFarland says the defense "stinks" and doesn't embody playing like a Raven.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson sits on the bench after being replaced by Cooper Rush during the second half of Sunday's loss to the Chiefs. The Ravens are hoping to become just the second team in NFL history to win the Super Bowl after a 1-3 start. (Charlie Riedel/AP)

The Ravens are 1-3. History says they’re a Super Bowl long shot.

September 29, 2025 at 7:30 a.m.

The Ravens face an uphill climb to the Lombardi Trophy. Only one NFL team has ever started 1-3 and won the Super Bowl that same season.

Ravens running back Derrick Henry runs for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Detroit Lions. After a solid opening drive, Henry struggled against the Lions and lost a fumble during the fourth quarter. (Kenneth K. Lam/Staff)

Ex-Raven says Baltimore ‘can’t trust’ Derrick Henry after repeated fumbles

September 23, 2025 at 3:45 p.m.

Former Ravens defensive end Chris Canty said on ESPN that Derrick Henry's fumbles make it hard to trust him with the ball.

Ravens tight end Mark Andrews catches a pass against the Browns this past season. The Browns will visit Baltimore on Sunday for a Week 2 clash, which also happens to be a celebration of the Ravens' 30th season in Baltimore. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Cleveland radio host blasts Ravens for celebrating 30th anniversary vs. Browns

September 9, 2025 at 5:32 p.m.

The Ravens will celebrate the team’s 30th anniversary Sunday. A Cleveland radio host considers the event a "middle finger” to Browns fans.

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