Roquan Smith says Ravens defense ready to rebound from “embarrassing” showing in Week 10
Roquan Smith says Ravens defense ready to rebound from “embarrassing” showing in Week 10
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive issues and long prep for Steelers in Pittsburgh
When you’re 32nd in the league at defending the pass, opponents are likely to run much. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens’ defensive issues and the extra prep for an inspired first-place Steelers team led by Russell Wilson in Pittsburgh. A big game at The Confuence on Sunday.
Zach Orr was “crushed” over how Ravens defense performed in Week 10 win over Cincinnati
Zach Orr was “crushed” over how Ravens defense performed in Week 10 win over Cincinnati
Mark Andrews says Ravens ready to turn page from recent struggles against Pittsburgh
Mark Andrews says Ravens ready to turn page from recent struggles against Pittsburgh
Derrick Henry ready for “dog fight” in his first Ravens-Steelers game
Derrick Henry ready for “dog fight” in his first Ravens-Steelers game
Kenny Mayne returns to teach Nestor the true history of Wiffle Ball and his new passion film
Did you ever dream of beating Ken Griffey Jr. at Wiffle Ball? Well, it turns out that ESPN legend Kenny Mayne had a whole Seattle story of 20th Century glory to re-live and re-learn about his prowess in the only game that ever mattered in the neighborhood. His new, offbeat film “Wiffle Ball” debuts on Thursday on Fubo. Of course, Nestor presses Mayne on his Pearl Jam and Preakness presence.
Charlie Batch: Baltimore at Pittsburgh is always a big game
Former Steelers quarterback and lifer Pittsburgh good guy Charlie Batch gives Nestor some insights and perspective on what has made the team better with Russell Wilson under center. And what makes the Steelers’ defense dangerous for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens on Sunday at The Confluence.
Ravens attempt to tighten defense in Pittsburgh
When you’re 32nd in the league at defending the pass, opponents aren’t likely to run much. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens’ defensive issues and the extra prep for an inspired first-place Steelers team led by Russell Wilson in Pittsburgh. A big game at The Confuence on Sunday.
Legendary documentary filmmaker and former HBO president Ross Greenburg talks the legacy of Hard Knocks and modern team branding with Nestor
It’s been nearly a quarter of a century and sports documentaries as we all know them were seeded by the work of longtime HBO president Ross Greenburg, who returns to discuss how the landscape has changed and broadened for storytelling and entertaining since Steve Sabol partnered to create the first “Hard Knocks” with the Modells and Brian Billick and the Baltimore Ravens in 2001.
Hamilton still on mend, White wants to “earn it” as Ravens prepare for AFC North tilt in Pittsburgh
Two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Tre’Davious White hopes to right his career and help a struggling Baltimore defense.
Lamar Jackson excited to be facing Steelers after sitting out so many meetings in past
Lamar Jackson excited to be facing Steelers after sitting out so many meetings in past
John Harbaugh discusses upcoming Ravens-Steelers showdown after Wednesday’s practice
John Harbaugh discusses upcoming Ravens-Steelers showdown after Wednesday’s practice
Luke Jones and Nestor get heated with some Hot Stove Orioles chatter as free agency looms in MLB
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.
Dr. Chanta Haywood shares her journey to Coppin State interim provost post with Nestor
New Interim Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Coppin State University Dr. Haywood discusses her decision to move to Baltimore, our city’s cultural richness and the importance of critical thinking and communication skills as she shares her love of American literature and learning.
Luke Jones and Nestor get Ravens fans ready for Pittsburgh Week and a real Steelers threat
The rivalry is real. The stakes are high. Luke Jones and Nestor get Ravens fans ready for (another) Pittsburgh Week and a real Steelers’ threat to the purple kingdom and a first-place AFC North showdown at the Confluence.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss college football madness and Ravens purple glory
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss college football madness on the field and the marketing of sports and football jerseys making our television screens scream color chaos. Some are throwbacks; some are throw ups! And those Ravens’ purple helmets…
A Danger Russ roadtrip to Pittsburgh for Ravens defense
The rivalry is real. The stakes are high. Luke Jones and Nestor get Ravens fans ready for (another) Pittsburgh Week and a real Steelers’ threat to the purple kingdom and a first-place AFC North showdown at the Confluence.
Didn’t those Terps numbers and letters glow look like a mood ring?
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss college football madness on the field and the marketing of sports and football jerseys making our television screens scream color chaos. Some are throwbacks; some are throw ups! And about those Ravens’ purple helmets…
John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks area casino numbers and sports wagering lifts through local football success
John Martin of Maryland Lottery crunches numbers on casino totals and a robust sports wagering fall buoyed by the local football success of the Commanders and Ravens.
“Everything is on the table” as Ravens seek improvement for pass defense
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Ravens know they have a serious pass defense problem. Head coach John Harbaugh said improving
There’s no ducking the Tuck misses and distance issues
How long could you expect Justin Tucker to make 60-yard field goals with ease and precision? It’s been more than a decade and the “GOAT” is suddenly not automatic anymore. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the aging and recent struggles of Justin Tucker and the emergence of the splashy Purple Rising uniforms after the 35-34 win over the Bengals as the Ravens prepare for Pittsburgh Week.
Coming to Coppin State and continuing to build better education with Dr. Chanta Haywood
New Interim Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Coppin State University Dr. Haywood discusses her decision to move to Baltimore, our city’s cultural richness and the importance of critical thinking and communication skills as she shares her love of American literature and learning.
Day 10 Hitting Fells Point Square for Oyster Fest and New Orleans grilled spirit
Our intrepid oyster eater and discoverer Nestor Aparicio enjoyed spending another beautiful day in Baltimore by hitting the Fells Point Square for Oyster Fest and some New Orleans grilled spirit on Day 10 of the Maryland Oyster Tour presented by Curio Wellness and Liberty Pure Solutions to celebrate 26 years of local awesomeness at WNST. This buttery concoction from our friends at Kooper’s was delicious!
Adding up what casinos have meant financially to Maryland this year
John Martin of Maryland Lottery crunches numbers on casino totals and a robust sports wagering fall buoyed by the local football success of the Commanders and Ravens.
Conducting her way through the Spider-Verse with love, sweet love
Family friend (and once little girl playing the piano and banging the drums) Shelbie Rassler is conducting the Spiderman Across the Spider-Verse orchestra as the show comes to The Lyric on November 15th. Wait’ll you hear her Burt Bacharach story about the world needing love, sweet love…
Day 9 Maryland Oyster Tour: Discovering a sushi pearl with the Chincoteague roll at Kenilworth
In an effort to continue to find the most creative ways oysters are being done all over Maryland, Nestor rolled to the The Gourmet at Kenilworth – a real oyster headquarters – and found the unique Chincoteague roll with oyster and crab. Winner, winner, sushi dinner in Towson!
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss struggles of Justin Tucker and Purple Rising uniforms after Bengals win
How long could you expect Justin Tucker to make 60-yard field goals with ease and precision? It’s been more than a decade and the “GOAT” is suddenly not automatic anymore. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the aging and recent struggles of Justin Tucker and the emergence of the splashy Purple Rising uniforms after the 35-34 win over the Bengals as the Ravens prepare for Pittsburgh Week.
Signing up and setting up the love of volleyball with Coppin State head coach Tim Walsh
Coppin State University volleyball coach Tim Walsh discusses the growth of volleyball, particularly in high schools and among younger players with Nestor as our flagship Eagles spotlight highlights the family and social aspect of the sport and its increasing popularity. Coach Walsh also shares his coaching journey and background in sign language and its integration into his coaching at Coppin.
Day 8 Getting roasted at Dylan’s Oyster Cellar in Hampden
When you think it’s cheese but it’s just that breadcrumby buttery garlicky deliciousness on a quick stop at Dylan’s Oyster Cellar in Hampden. We’ll be back to explore this gem!
Skippers On The Warpath!!! A Baltimore hockey tribute to Jeff Amdur
Recently, we lost Baltimore Skipjacks superfan Jeff Amdur. In the spirit of the good ole’ hockey game, Nestor gathered his best puck pal Howard Scher at Mama’s On The Half Shell in Owings Mills to recount the tales of exciting 1980s AHL action at the Baltimore Civic Center.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 10 win over Cincinnati
Baltimore completed a season sweep of the AFC North rival Bengals in a 35-34 thriller on Thursday night.
Holidays. Celebrate. Win!
While Nestor wanted to lean in on Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin just a tad during Cleveland Week (Guardians exit and Browns fall), this one also included a mutual Fernando Valenzuela tribute and a chance to roll out the big holiday scratch-offs and promotions that have skipped right past the pumpkin pie and into the peppermint season. And someone sitting on a $1 million ticket that is unclaimed.
Jackson, Ravens offense continue carrying “little bros” who must find way to get better
Marlon Humphrey was very critical of Baltimore’s defense following Thursday’s 35-34 win over Cincinnati.
Luke Jones and Nestor address the many issues of Ravens leaky defense after narrow win over Bengals
It’s hard to knock a 7-3 effort to start the season but the questions about the defense of the Baltimore Ravens will continue after a 35-34 win over Cincinnati. Luke Jones and Nestor address the many issues of a porous pass defense and narrow victory over Bengals on a night when Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase proved unstoppable for the men of Zach Orr.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens narrow win over Bengals and Lamarvelous 4th quarter play
It wasn’t pretty but it was the way the Baltimore Ravens have needed to win games where the defense can’t make a stop. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss another La-marvelous come-from-behind Ravens victory over the Bengals and Joe Burrow.
Wendy Bronfein Of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to discuss finding the right terpene for your mood or physical need
Working our way through some of the sometime funny and always functional names of strains, our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness continues the educational journey through cannabinoids and terpenes with Nestor. Finding the right components for your mood or physical need is essential and our goal is always effective strain selection.
Adding up sports revenue and the potential of Lamar Jackson with legendary agent Leigh Steinberg
As a professional sports agent for five decades, the legendary inspiration for Jerry Maguire knows where the money comes and goes. Leigh Steinberg talks Dodgers baseball and football revenue along with the unlimited potential of Lamar Jackson with Nestor as his client Patrick Mahomes continues to earn Super Bowl wins and endorsements.
Questions about Ravens’ NFL-worst pass defense continue after Burrow to Chase torching
It’s hard to knock a 7-3 effort to start the season but the questions about the defense of the Baltimore Ravens will continue after a 35-34 win over Cincinnati. Luke Jones and Nestor address the many issues of a porous pass defense and narrow victory over Bengals on a night when Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase proved unstoppable for the men of Zach Orr.
Entertained but not enthralled by Ravens’ 35-34 win over Bengals
It wasn’t pretty but it was the way the Baltimore Ravens have needed to win games where the defense can’t make a stop. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss another La-marvelous come-from-behind Ravens victory over the Bengals and Joe Burrow.
Humphrey sounds off on defense being “little bros” again needing to be saved by Jackson, Ravens offense
Baltimore surrendered 428 passing yards and four touchdown passes to Cincinnati’s Joe Burrow in the 35-34 victory.
