Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 12 tilt at Chargers
J.K. Dobbins is just one of many former Ravens whom Baltimore will see on Monday Night Football.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens road ahead against Chargers and John vs. Jim in HarBowl III
When the defense is 32nd against the pass, it can’t get any worse. But, as Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio point out, the Ravens heading to Los Angeles to battle the Chargers comes amidst a strange holiday schedule with lots of time off and short rest weeks en route to January as John Harbaugh tries to beat Jim Harbaugh one more.
Everything that makes Coppin State great
Coppin State Vice President for Advancement Joshua Humbert tells Nestor what makes the Eagles’ campus a place to brag about in West Baltimore, highlighting the university’s recent achievements, including a rise in national rankings, increased fundraising, and enhanced technology and facilities. Humbert emphasizes the importance of philanthropy and community support, noting that Coppin has raised $17 million of its $25 million campaign goal.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss moving left field wall and low expectations of Baltimore Orioles fans
There is plenty to debate regarding the “new” Baltimore Orioles and offseason with promise and hope for the franchise to take a major step forward under the ownership of David Rubenstein and the deft leadership of Mike Elias. That said, the Friday afternoon news dump of the Camden Yards left field wall and the lack of a free agency splash don’t feel like anything that will excite the fan base.
Ravens waive Eddie Jackson, list Roquan Smith questionable for Monday night
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Eddie Jackson was signed at the start of training camp to replace valuable reserve Geno Stone.
Ravens fans still getting lucky from scratch
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor for some Ravens chatter and late chances to win big prizes, and highlighted a $2.9 million Fast Play VIP Club ticket win in Randallstown, the largest jackpot in five years.
Ravens and Roquan limp toward Hollywood and the charge of HarBowl III
When the defense is 32nd against the pass, it can’t get any worse. But, as Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio point out, the Ravens heading to Los Angeles to battle the Chargers comes amidst a strange holiday schedule with lots of time off and short rest weeks en route to January as John Harbaugh tries to beat Jim Harbaugh one more.
Measuring the greatness of Lamar Jackson and this Ravens offense against history
Everyone has an opinion on Lamar Jackson but DVOA creator and football historian Aaron Schatz brings facts and receipts. Midway through another MVP-worthy season, let the guy who voted for Josh Allen as Most Valuable Player last year tell you the current greatness of this year’s version of the Baltimore Ravens’ offense.
Van Halen historian Greg Renoff joins Nestor to discuss post Alex book and 5150 Hagar tour updates on band lore
Jump into the history of Van Halen with author and historian Greg Renoff, who once again joins Nestor to discuss the new Alex Van Halen book “Brothers” on his life with Eddie and the sensation of the “5150” residue on last summer’s Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony tour and bringing the best of both worlds back to Las Vegas for a residency next spring.
Ravens hope they’ve found true answers in secondary for surging Chargers
Ar’Darius Washington has taken over as a starting safety for Baltimore’s revamped secondary.
Orioles shifting the left field wall and lowering expectations of a free agency splash
There is plenty to debate regarding the “new” Baltimore Orioles and offseason with promise and hope for the franchise to take a major step forward under the ownership of David Rubenstein and the deft leadership of Mike Elias. That said, the Friday afternoon news dump of the Camden Yards left field wall and the lack of a free agency splash don’t feel like anything that will excite the fan base.
Day 13 Going with The Bull oyster rock star shooter at The Walrus in Columbia
In the spirit of mixing it up every day on 26 in 26 days to celebrate 26 years of WNST and Baltimore Positive, the lucky thirteen day was spent with our pal John Allen of Stone Horses (and Child’s Play) rock and roll fame and “The Bull” with a two-part oyster shooter at The Walrus in Columbia. It was no bull.
We can’t be chicken about discussing Tucker and future of Ravens kicking operation
The special teams of the Baltimore Ravens certainly has not been its strength this season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall operation and the sudden unreliability of a future Hall of Fame kicker and what Justin Tucker needs to do to kick them straight after another Ravens loss in Pittsburgh.
Billy Squier returns to rock Hammerjacks and talk life and music in June 1991
Now almost eight years into his life as an #AlmostFamous music critic at The Evening Sun in Baltimore, rockers like Billy Squier would return to pick up where they left off…
Author John Feinstein goes deep into Ivy League football traditions with Nestor his his new book The Ancient Eight
Celebrated author John Feinstein discusses his new book, “The Ancient Eight,” focusing on Ivy League football traditions highlighting the league’s unique rules, such as no expansion, no transfer portal, and no postseason games. And then, they discussed Lamar Jackson and American politics…
That time in 2012 when Joan Jett talked Orioles baseball with Nestor before Dundalk Heritage Fair
Everyone knows the leader of the Blackhearts loves rock and roll – and the Baltimore Orioles. Nestor got some old Jim Palmer tales from the former Runaway and Hall of Famer.
Roquan Smith “working hard to get healthy” as Ravens get ready for trip to Los Angeles
Pro Bowl inside linebacker Roquan Smith exited last Sunday’s loss in Pittsburgh with a hamstring injury.
Ar’Darius Washington happy to take advantage of opportunity to be part of Ravens’ starting defense
Ar’Darius Washington happy to take advantage of opportunity to be part of Ravens’ starting defense
Kyle Hamilton embracing chance to play more deep safety as Ravens revamp secondary
Kyle Hamilton embracing chance to play more deep safety as Ravens revamp secondary
Lamar Jackson on his time with Greg Roman: “We had a lot of success”
Lamar Jackson on his time with Greg Roman: “We had a lot of success”
John Harbaugh shares memories of growing up with brother Jim ahead of their latest NFL showdown
John Harbaugh shares memories of growing up with brother Jim ahead of their latest NFL showdown
Comedian Paul Mecurio tells Nestor about his Permission To Speak comedy night at Maryland Hall in Annapolis on Saturday
Comedian Paul Mecurio tells Nestor about his Permission To Speak tour of comedy conviviality coming from Broadway to Maryland Hall in Annapolis on Saturday, November 23. From Wall Street attorney to writing jokes for Jay Leno, he now spends time with Stephen Colbert and tries to make us all laugh a little.
Megan Gatto of Art With A Heart brings out the starving artist in Nestor to promote the new space in Hampden
Megan Gatto of Art With A Heart brings out the starving artist in Nestor to promote the new space in Hampden, which is scheduled for a grand opening on November 30th.
Day 12 Visiting Heaven’s Waiting Room and finally experiencing the legendary oyster stew at The Peppermill
When the Maryland Oyster Tour was conceived the only place Nestor Aparicio knew he was going to hit was this venerable establishment with the sign on York Road just outside of the beltway in Towson. The sign always says: “Award Winning Oyster Stew.” And a roll with it, baby…
Mark Andrews on Harbaugh brothers facing off: “Two dynamic people and a dynamic family”
Mark Andrews on Harbaugh brothers facing off: “Two dynamic people and a dynamic family”
Coaching, composure and discipline plus poor play calling and penalties all become questions for Harbaugh and Ravens
Despite the defense’s strong performance, the Ravens’ inefficiencies and missed opportunities on offense – including a crucial two-point conversion attempt – contributed to their eighth loss in nine games against the Steelers. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for growth and maturity, especially in high-stakes games, and noted the team’s history of struggles in Pittsburgh.
Patrick Ricard on seeing familiar faces on Chargers: “I joke around and say they’re the L.A. Ravens”
Patrick Ricard on seeing familiar faces on Chargers: “I joke around and say they’re the L.A. Ravens”
Back when Adam Lambert rocked Baltimore before Queen
In the summer of 2009 when the “American Idol” craze took over our country, the touring troop came through Baltimore to play the Arena. Nestor Aparicio sat down with most of that season’s crew before the local show but it turns out that Adam Lambert would be the biggest star of them all and now returns to the Charm City as the longtime lead singer of Queen.
When everybody wants some Van Halen gospel, not gossip
Jump into the history of Van Halen with author and historian Greg Renoff, who once again joins Nestor to discuss the new Alex Van Halen book “Brothers” on his life with Eddie and the sensation of the “5150” residue on last summer’s Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony tour and bringing the best of both worlds back to Las Vegas for a residency next spring.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Ovechkin brilliance, Ravens woes in Pittsburgh and protecting wealth
As all eyes in Baltimore are focused on the last No. 8 we’ll probably ever have in the Charm City (after Cal Ripken and once Lamar Jackson is through), Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the “other” Number Eight in a Washington Capitals sweater, who continues to defy the odds and Father Time on the ice as his chases NHL immortality.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss coaching, composure, discipline and Ravens mojo after another loss to Steelers in Pittsburgh
Despite the defense’s strong performance, the Ravens’ inefficiencies and missed opportunities on offense – including a crucial two-point conversion attempt – contributed to their eighth loss in nine games against the Steelers. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for growth and maturity, especially in high-stakes games, and noted the team’s history of struggles in Pittsburgh.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses sports wagering numbers and realities for players
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses sports wagering numbers and realities for players
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 11 loss at Pittsburgh
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s eighth loss in the last nine games against the Steelers.
Permission To Speak and the crowd-sourced, coming-from-Broadway comedy of Paul Mecurio
Comedian Paul Mecurio tells Nestor about his Permission To Speak tour of comedy conviviality coming from Broadway to Maryland Hall in Annapolis on Saturday, November 23. From Wall Street attorney to writing jokes for Jay Leno, he now spends time with Stephen Colbert and tries to make us all laugh a little.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss special teams and Justin Tucker after Ravens loss to Steelers
The special teams of the Baltimore Ravens certainly has not been its strength this season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall operation and the sudden unreliability of a future Hall of Fame kicker and what Justin Tucker needs to do to kick them straight after another Ravens loss in Pittsburgh.
Celebrating 25 years of Art With A Heart and a grand opening in Hampden
Megan Gatto of Art With A Heart brings out the starving artist in Nestor to promote the new space in Hampden, which is scheduled for a grand opening on November 30th.
Day 11 Exploring the mignonette and getting back to raw and shucked at Conrad’s in Perry Hall
On Day 11, this was a quick stop and going back to the bull roast basics of how we learned about shucked and raw oysters at Conrad’s in Perry Hall – and trying to figure out what’s in a mignonette oyster dressing besides the zesty!
Will the Hot Stove finally heat up for Orioles fans with fresh Rubenstein money?
It’s an offseason of mystery not just for Baltimore Orioles fans but for everyone around Major League Baseball wondering where Juan Soto and many others will land. Luke Jones and Nestor get heated with some Hot Stove Orioles chatter as free agency looms and the new ownership comes under the microscope for messaging and intentions for the payroll of Mike Elias.
Instead of character-building win, same doubts linger for Ravens with another loss to Pittsburgh
“We can’t be beating ourselves in these types of games. We have to find a way to fix that. It’s annoying.”
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens ugly loss to Steelers in Pittsburgh
Was it the myriad of penalties, or the two missed kicks by Justin Tucker or the fact that Derrick Henry wasn’t involved enough? It certainly wasn’t because Russell Wilson found the fountain of youth. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss an ugly Ravens’ 18-16 loss to the Steelers in Pittsburgh.
