Taking Lights Out into MMA and onto your screen
Baltimore Positive
Former Terp Shawne Merriman comes home to discuss his Lights Out MMA promotion on FUBO Sports.
Baltimore Positive
Trying to take the peaches from Georgia back to Ohio
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Leonard Raskin recaps a wild football weekend in Atlanta with Ohio State and home with Ravens and Steelers
Ringing in the New Year with an Anniversary
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery rings in New Year of 50th Anniversary with Nestor
When the game doesn’t matter anymore
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Luke Jones and Nestor react to the scene in Cincinnati after Damar Hamlin injury and impact on NFL
How close is Lamar to returning?
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With only Cincinnati and ahead and a playoff game next weekend, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all of the circumstances surrounding the potential return of Lamar Jackson and Ravens playoff hopes this month.
Can’t blame the defense but it was another double-digit lead lost against Steelers
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the thud of Ravens losing to Steelers at home to start the year and the
Harbaugh on if he expects Lamar Jackson to practice this week: “I don’t know”
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The star quarterback’s status remains unclear as Baltimore turns its attention to Cincinnati in Week 18.
Chuck Clark: “It’s frustrating defensively just because we preach, ‘Finish’”
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“We didn’t really finish and do what we had to do to get off the field.”
Zeitler on Ravens’ offensive woes: “We’ve got to get this figured out”
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“It’s going to be a good, ‘Come to Jesus,’ this week.”
Zeitler on Ravens’ offensive woes: “We’ve got to get this figured out”
Baltimore Positive
“It’s going to be a good, ‘Come to Jesus,’ this week.”
Harbaugh on Ravens’ 16-13 loss to Pittsburgh: “Start with me; start with the coaching staff”
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After leading 13-3 in the third quarter, Baltimore managed just two first downs over its final four possessions of the game.
Huntley says he was “looking for somebody to try and just make a play” on final interception
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Tyler Huntley was picked off by Minkah Fitzpatrick on the Ravens’ final drive of the game.
Queen on Ravens being gashed by Pittsburgh ground game: “We got our ass whooped”
Baltimore Positive
“We didn’t play good football. We didn’t communicate enough. We didn’t play physical enough.”
Huntley set to make fourth straight start against Pittsburgh on Sunday night
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Tyler Huntley will also make his third career start against the Steelers, equaling Lamar Jackson’s total.
Harbaugh on Jackson, other recovering Ravens: “I would say they’re on schedule”
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The Baltimore coach said Lamar Jackson, Marcus Peters, and Calais Campbell are progressing well from their respective injuries.
Greg Roman on Lamar Jackson’s recovery: “You can’t rush Mother Nature”
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“Especially heading into the playoffs, we’d love to get some work in before then.”
Roquan Smith on Ravens-Steelers: “You definitely feel like there are some slobber-knockers”
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The Pro Bowl linebacker shined in the last meeting between Baltimore and Pittsburgh.
Ravens center Linderbaum on finishing blocks: “I don’t want it to be my guy to make the play”
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The rookie first-round pick says he still feels strong after starting every game and playing virtually every offensive snap this season.
Dobbins acknowledges “long speed” remains work in progress despite his current success for Ravens
Baltimore Positive
“In quick areas, in quickness, in power and things like that, I feel 100%. I feel like the knee [injury] never happened.”
Harbaugh on Ed Reed becoming Bethune-Cookman head coach: “We’ll support him every way we can”
Baltimore Positive
“To get the opportunity to run his own program, I know he’ll do a great job.”
Another week of waiting on Lamar in Owings Mills
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all things Lamar Jackson and injuries in prep for Pittsburgh week
Harbaugh still mum on whether Lamar Jackson will return to Ravens practice this week
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Asked if he’s still optimistic that the star quarterback will play again this season, John Harbaugh answered, “Sure, of course.”
Mark Andrews on Ravens clinching postseason spot: “It’s about reaching that full potential”
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The Pro Bowl tight end says the offense must continue to get better as January approaches.
Madubuike steps in Campbell’s absence along Ravens defensive line
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The third-year defensive tackle collected a sack and seven tackles in Saturday’s win over Atlanta.
Harbaugh reacts to Ravens punching ticket to playoffs with 17-9 win over Atlanta
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Baltimore did what it needed to do to qualify for the postseason for the fourth time in five years.
Edwards leads way on ground in Ravens’ Christmas Eve victory
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Gus Edwards ran for 99 yards on 11 carries to help Baltimore get past Atlanta.
Queen says Ravens defense still not satisfied despite not allowing touchdown to Atlanta
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A fourth-quarter goal-line stand was critical as Baltimore won 17-9 on Christmas Eve.
Huntley throws TD, plays clean football in another win in place of Lamar Jackson
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The backup quarterback was good enough to help Baltimore improve to 10-5 on the season.
Tackling the offense of Greg Roman and future of Lamar Jackson in Baltimore
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When will we see No. 8 back on the field and how will the offensive coordinator find ways to win playoff games with a set of skill position players that are unproven? Luke Jones tackles the Baltimore Ravens for Christmas.
Have we seen the last of Lamar Jackson on field for Ravens?
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From the end of the bar, Nestor Aparicio discusses the Ravens’ rocky road without Lamar Jackson at the helm and how Greg Roman will have a hard time returning as offensive coordinator. Quite a complex puzzle for playoff-bound purple birds.
Home for the holidays at Costas in Dundalk with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Gina Schock of The Go-Go’s
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The final stop and segment of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour 31st Anniversary show at Costas Inn in Dundalk with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Gina Schock of The Go-Go’s co-hosted by former bandmate George Kondylas and local rocker John Allen.
Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith embraces becoming “predator” playing in cold weather
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“People in general don’t like really getting hit when it’s cold.”
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 31: BWI up, up and away with Flying Dog and Obrycki’s lore
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The 31st and final day of Maryland #CrabCakeTour had us flying away from BWI, where you can grab a Flying Dog beer and an Obrycki’s ‘cake.
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 30: Bringing the next Governor to Costas and Heavy Seas for Dundalk inspiration
Baltimore Positive
The thirtieth day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland featured the next Governor of Maryland, Wes Moore, along with some old friends to celebrate the end of another marathon tour of The Free State.
Roman on dealing with outside criticism of Ravens offense: “I don’t listen to it at all”
Baltimore Positive
“How the offensive performs, that’s what I’m concerned about.”
Roquan Smith among six Ravens to be selected to Pro Bowl
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Less than two months after being traded to Baltimore, Roquan Smith received his first Pro Bowl nod.
Watkins happy to be back with “a lot of familiar faces,” aiming to help Ravens make playoffs
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The veteran wide receiver was excited to reunite with old Kansas City teammate Demarcus Robinson.
The cold air in Owings Mills and desperation of season slipping
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss loss of Duvernay and return of Watkins for Atlanta Xmas Eve chiller
Madubuike confident Ravens defensive line will step up in Campbell’s absence
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Despite an underwhelming 5-9 record, Atlanta sports one of the best ground games in the NFL.
Marcus Williams on Ravens facing Atlanta rookie Ridder: “You prepare as if he’s been in the league for a long time”
Baltimore Positive
“You never want to second-guess somebody because they could come out and light you up.”
Taking Lights Out into MMA and onto your screen
Baltimore Positive
Former Terp Shawne Merriman comes home to discuss his Lights Out MMA promotion on FUBO Sports.
Trying to take the peaches from Georgia back to Ohio
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin recaps a wild football weekend in Atlanta with Ohio State and home with Ravens and Steelers
Ringing in the New Year with an Anniversary
Baltimore Positive
John Martin of Maryland Lottery rings in New Year of 50th Anniversary with Nestor
When the game doesn’t matter anymore
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor react to the scene in Cincinnati after Damar Hamlin injury and impact on NFL
How close is Lamar to returning?
Baltimore Positive
With only Cincinnati and ahead and a playoff game next weekend, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all of the circumstances surrounding the potential return of Lamar Jackson and Ravens playoff hopes this month.
Can’t blame the defense but it was another double-digit lead lost against Steelers
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the thud of Ravens losing to Steelers at home to start the year and the
Harbaugh on if he expects Lamar Jackson to practice this week: “I don’t know”
Baltimore Positive
The star quarterback’s status remains unclear as Baltimore turns its attention to Cincinnati in Week 18.
Chuck Clark: “It’s frustrating defensively just because we preach, ‘Finish’”
Baltimore Positive
“We didn’t really finish and do what we had to do to get off the field.”
Zeitler on Ravens’ offensive woes: “We’ve got to get this figured out”
Baltimore Positive
“It’s going to be a good, ‘Come to Jesus,’ this week.”
Zeitler on Ravens’ offensive woes: “We’ve got to get this figured out”
Baltimore Positive
“It’s going to be a good, ‘Come to Jesus,’ this week.”
Harbaugh on Ravens’ 16-13 loss to Pittsburgh: “Start with me; start with the coaching staff”
Baltimore Positive
After leading 13-3 in the third quarter, Baltimore managed just two first downs over its final four possessions of the game.
Huntley says he was “looking for somebody to try and just make a play” on final interception
Baltimore Positive
Tyler Huntley was picked off by Minkah Fitzpatrick on the Ravens’ final drive of the game.
Queen on Ravens being gashed by Pittsburgh ground game: “We got our ass whooped”
Baltimore Positive
“We didn’t play good football. We didn’t communicate enough. We didn’t play physical enough.”
Huntley set to make fourth straight start against Pittsburgh on Sunday night
Baltimore Positive
Tyler Huntley will also make his third career start against the Steelers, equaling Lamar Jackson’s total.
Harbaugh on Jackson, other recovering Ravens: “I would say they’re on schedule”
Baltimore Positive
The Baltimore coach said Lamar Jackson, Marcus Peters, and Calais Campbell are progressing well from their respective injuries.
Greg Roman on Lamar Jackson’s recovery: “You can’t rush Mother Nature”
Baltimore Positive
“Especially heading into the playoffs, we’d love to get some work in before then.”
Roquan Smith on Ravens-Steelers: “You definitely feel like there are some slobber-knockers”
Baltimore Positive
The Pro Bowl linebacker shined in the last meeting between Baltimore and Pittsburgh.
Ravens center Linderbaum on finishing blocks: “I don’t want it to be my guy to make the play”
Baltimore Positive
The rookie first-round pick says he still feels strong after starting every game and playing virtually every offensive snap this season.
Dobbins acknowledges “long speed” remains work in progress despite his current success for Ravens
Baltimore Positive
“In quick areas, in quickness, in power and things like that, I feel 100%. I feel like the knee [injury] never happened.”
Harbaugh on Ed Reed becoming Bethune-Cookman head coach: “We’ll support him every way we can”
Baltimore Positive
“To get the opportunity to run his own program, I know he’ll do a great job.”
Another week of waiting on Lamar in Owings Mills
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all things Lamar Jackson and injuries in prep for Pittsburgh week
Harbaugh still mum on whether Lamar Jackson will return to Ravens practice this week
Baltimore Positive
Asked if he’s still optimistic that the star quarterback will play again this season, John Harbaugh answered, “Sure, of course.”
Mark Andrews on Ravens clinching postseason spot: “It’s about reaching that full potential”
Baltimore Positive
The Pro Bowl tight end says the offense must continue to get better as January approaches.
Madubuike steps in Campbell’s absence along Ravens defensive line
Baltimore Positive
The third-year defensive tackle collected a sack and seven tackles in Saturday’s win over Atlanta.
Harbaugh reacts to Ravens punching ticket to playoffs with 17-9 win over Atlanta
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Baltimore did what it needed to do to qualify for the postseason for the fourth time in five years.
Edwards leads way on ground in Ravens’ Christmas Eve victory
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Gus Edwards ran for 99 yards on 11 carries to help Baltimore get past Atlanta.
Queen says Ravens defense still not satisfied despite not allowing touchdown to Atlanta
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A fourth-quarter goal-line stand was critical as Baltimore won 17-9 on Christmas Eve.
Huntley throws TD, plays clean football in another win in place of Lamar Jackson
Baltimore Positive
The backup quarterback was good enough to help Baltimore improve to 10-5 on the season.
Tackling the offense of Greg Roman and future of Lamar Jackson in Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
When will we see No. 8 back on the field and how will the offensive coordinator find ways to win playoff games with a set of skill position players that are unproven? Luke Jones tackles the Baltimore Ravens for Christmas.
Have we seen the last of Lamar Jackson on field for Ravens?
Baltimore Positive
From the end of the bar, Nestor Aparicio discusses the Ravens’ rocky road without Lamar Jackson at the helm and how Greg Roman will have a hard time returning as offensive coordinator. Quite a complex puzzle for playoff-bound purple birds.
Home for the holidays at Costas in Dundalk with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Gina Schock of The Go-Go’s
Baltimore Positive
The final stop and segment of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour 31st Anniversary show at Costas Inn in Dundalk with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Gina Schock of The Go-Go’s co-hosted by former bandmate George Kondylas and local rocker John Allen.
Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith embraces becoming “predator” playing in cold weather
Baltimore Positive
“People in general don’t like really getting hit when it’s cold.”
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 31: BWI up, up and away with Flying Dog and Obrycki’s lore
Baltimore Positive
The 31st and final day of Maryland #CrabCakeTour had us flying away from BWI, where you can grab a Flying Dog beer and an Obrycki’s ‘cake.
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 30: Bringing the next Governor to Costas and Heavy Seas for Dundalk inspiration
Baltimore Positive
The thirtieth day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland featured the next Governor of Maryland, Wes Moore, along with some old friends to celebrate the end of another marathon tour of The Free State.
Roman on dealing with outside criticism of Ravens offense: “I don’t listen to it at all”
Baltimore Positive
“How the offensive performs, that’s what I’m concerned about.”
Roquan Smith among six Ravens to be selected to Pro Bowl
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Less than two months after being traded to Baltimore, Roquan Smith received his first Pro Bowl nod.
Watkins happy to be back with “a lot of familiar faces,” aiming to help Ravens make playoffs
Baltimore Positive
The veteran wide receiver was excited to reunite with old Kansas City teammate Demarcus Robinson.
The cold air in Owings Mills and desperation of season slipping
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss loss of Duvernay and return of Watkins for Atlanta Xmas Eve chiller
Madubuike confident Ravens defensive line will step up in Campbell’s absence
Baltimore Positive
Despite an underwhelming 5-9 record, Atlanta sports one of the best ground games in the NFL.
Marcus Williams on Ravens facing Atlanta rookie Ridder: “You prepare as if he’s been in the league for a long time”
Baltimore Positive
“You never want to second-guess somebody because they could come out and light you up.”
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Baltimore Positive is the vision and the creative extension of four decades of sharing the love of local sports for this Dundalk native and University of Baltimore grad, who began his career as a sportswriter and music critic at The News American and The Baltimore Sun in the mid 1980s. Launched radio career in December 1991 with Kenny Albert after covering the AHL Skipjacks. Bought WNST-AM 1570 in July 1998, created WNST.net in 2007 and began diversifying conversations on radio, podcast and social media as Baltimore Positive in 2016. nes@baltimorepositive.com
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The lost Super Bowl XXXV parade video from 2001 – the whole purple Festivus route to City Hall
Center Mike Flynn invited Nestor onto the Humvee to record this incredible "home movie" for a one-hour ride down Pratt Street onto the dais with the Lombardi Trophy to City Hall back on January 30, 2001. If you're a Baltimore…
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