The Baltimore Ravens are a professional American football team based in Baltimore, Maryland. They were established in 1996 when Art Modell, then owner of the Cleveland Browns, relocated the team to Baltimore. The team’s name, colors, and logo were inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s famous poem, “The Raven,” paying homage to Baltimore’s literary heritage. In their inaugural season, under head coach Ted Marchibroda, the Ravens struggled but showed promise. However, in 2000, under the guidance of head coach Brian Billick and with a dominant defense led by players like Ray Lewis and Rod Woodson, the Ravens won Super Bowl XXXV, defeating the New York Giants. Since then, the Ravens have been consistently competitive, earning multiple playoff appearances and another Super Bowl victory in 2013, when they defeated the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII. Led by notable players like Lewis, Ed Reed, and Joe Flacco, the Ravens have built a reputation for strong defense and resilient play, making them a respected force in the NFL.