Ravens still in thankless regular-season territory, but that doesn’t mean 2025 can’t be different
The Super Bowl hype and sky-high preseason expectations are nothing new in the Lamar Jackson era.
Eric Decosta
Author John Eisenberg returns to talk Orioles realities and Ravens season hopes at Costas Timonium
Longtime sports columnist and decorated author John Eisenberg returns to the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Costas Inn in Timonium to discuss his Bird Tapes of Orioles tales and lore and to discuss the future of Birdland for everyone in Baltimore who loves baseball. Has it really been 30 years since the Cal Ripken 2131 game? Are they in last place again? Where are the fans? Does David Rubenstein know what he is doing? Is Mike Elias the right guy?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following roster cutdown day
General manager Eric DeCosta made Kyle Hamilton the NFL’s highest-paid safety with a $100.4 million extension on Wednesday.
Eric DeCosta discusses Kyle Hamilton’s contract extension and Ravens roster cuts
Eric DeCosta discusses Kyle Hamilton’s contract extension and Ravens roster cuts
Dear Steve Bisciotti: Ask Chad Steele what he thinks I said about Sage so I can tell Ravens fans why I was really exterminated
“What did do you do wrong, Nestor?” “Why would the Ravens throw you out?” “Why are you the only one in the local media whom they’ve thrown out?” “Why have they treated you this way?” “WHAT DID YOU DO WRONG!?!” I am fed up with these questions from Baltimore sports fans so I wrote to the owner because these questions are his to answer. Letters to John Harbaugh and Eric DeCosta are also coming soon.
Breaking down the 2025 Ravens’ initial 53-man roster
What impact will DeAndre Hopkins make as the No. 3 wideout in his age-33 season?
On all that ails the Baltimore Orioles…
Longtime sports columnist and decorated author John Eisenberg returns to the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Costas Inn in Timonium to discuss his Bird Tapes of Orioles tales and lore and to discuss the future of Birdland for everyone in Baltimore who loves baseball. Has it really been 30 years since the Cal Ripken 2131 game? Are they in last place again? Where are the fans? Does David Rubenstein know what he is doing? Is Mike Elias the right guy?
Ravens keep three undrafted rookies on 53-man roster as Armour-Davis, Brade headline cuts
Despite a good summer, cornerback Jalyn Armour-Davis was in the final year of his contract and has a concerning injury history.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens final roster cuts and getting to 53 for Buffalo opener
Don’t expect a lot of “big” news this week but our WNST Text Service will tell you about a few edge-of-the-roster manuevering of the Baltimore Ravens as the cuts become complete. Let Luke Jones and Nestor help clarify the incredible strength of the overall roster as the team looks to bare down on a pivotal AFC blockbuster to start the campaign in Buffalo on September 7th.
The final cuts are never really “final” with Ravens revolving roster
Don’t expect a lot of “big” news this week but our WNST Text Service will tell you about a few edge-of-the-roster manuevering of the Baltimore Ravens as the cuts become complete. Let Luke Jones and Nestor help clarify the incredible strength of the overall roster as the team looks to bare down on a pivotal AFC blockbuster to start the campaign in Buffalo on September 7th.
As roster cuts begin, Ravens still trying to get several veterans to full strength for Week 1
Despite Jaire Alexander being out since Aug. 9, head coach John Harbaugh expects the veteran cornerback to return to practice next week.
Predicting the initial 53-man roster for the 2025 Ravens
Will undrafted rookie cornerback Keyon Martin stick on the 53-man roster after an impressive preseason?
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster after second preseason game
Will undrafted rookie defensive back Reuben Lowery make the 53-man roster?
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster after first preseason game
What does the cornerback depth look like in the aftermath of a couple season-ending injuries?
Luke Jones and Nestor open Ravens training camp with high expectations and open eyes
Another offseason of acquisitions, additions and high hopes now comes to the backfields in Owings Mills as the Baltimore Ravens attempt to finally make January become February for local football fans. Lamar Jackson promised a Super Bowl. Luke Jones and Nestor open this purple training camp with high expectations and open eyes for a long season of twists and turns.
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster as training camp opens
Luke Jones offers his first 53-man roster projection as Baltimore’s summer practices get underway.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts at start of 2025 training camp
Baltimore will hold its first full-squad practice of training camp on Wednesday.
Do the Ravens have the most talent in the NFL?
Another offseason of acquisitions, additions and high hopes now comes to the backfields in Owings Mills as the Baltimore Ravens attempt to finally make January become February for local football fans. Lamar Jackson promised a Super Bowl. Luke Jones and Nestor open this purple training camp with high expectations and open eyes for a long season of twists and turns.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts counting down to training camp
Kyle Van Noy has collected 21 1/2 of his 55 career sacks in two seasons with Baltimore.
Ex-Ravens kicker Justin Tucker suspended by NFL for first 10 weeks of 2025 season
Released by Baltimore on May 5, Tucker is being disciplined for “violations of the NFL’s personal conduct policy.”
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster following mandatory minicamp
With spring workouts finished, Luke Jones looks at Baltimore’s roster as attention now shifts toward the start of training camp next month.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens discounted addition of cornerback Jaire Alexander to defense
The ability of the Ravens to lure quality veteran players to Baltimore continued with the addition of oft-injured, two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander to a secondary that now feels more bolstered. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the ability of Lamar Jackson to help in the recruiting process and the reputation of the organization to be able to snare talented guys who want to win a Super Bowl.
Ravens get the “Lamar discount” on Jaire Alexander to bolster secondary
The ability of the Ravens to lure quality veteran players to Baltimore continued with the addition of oft-injured, two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander to a secondary that now feels more bolstered. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the ability of Lamar Jackson to help in the recruiting process and the reputation of the organization to be able to snare talented guys who want to win a Super Bowl.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens offense and DAndre Hopkins role with Lamar Jackson
The Baltimore Ravens got on the field in Owings Mills for the final time before summer training camp this week and Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all aspects of the offensive preparation and changes to the Todd Monken attack designed for Lamar Jackson. DaAndre Hopkins came here to win a Super Bowl. This team is loaded. Now, can they win a Super Bowl?
Why DHop veteran receiver role in Ravens offense could be a perfect fit
The Baltimore Ravens got on the field in Owings Mills for the final time before summer training camp this week and Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all aspects of the offensive preparation and changes to the Todd Monken attack designed for Lamar Jackson. DaAndre Hopkins came here to win a Super Bowl. This team is loaded. Now, can they win a Super Bowl?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following mandatory minicamp
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after the conclusion of spring workouts in Owings Mills.
Ravens continue building secondary with signing of two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander
A day after Lamar Jackson campaigned for his old Louisville teammate, Eric DeCosta signed Alexander to a one-year deal.
Luke Jones and Nestor preview Ravens mandatory minicamp this week in Owings Mills
It’s almost summer vacation for the Baltimore Ravens but there will be two mandatory practices this week in Owings Mills and Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what we’re looking for this time of the year as Lamar Jackson will surely re-emerge and promise a path toward Super Bowl glory.
Previewing Ravens minicamp over a Faidley’s crab cake
It’s almost summer vacation for the Baltimore Ravens but there will be two mandatory practices this week in Owings Mills and Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what we’re looking for this time of the year as Lamar Jackson will surely re-emerge and promise a path toward Super Bowl glory.
Luke and Nestor debate: Does OTA “practice” have any value to Lamar Jackson or Ravens?
It started as a conversation about the Ravens’ re-working the contract of wide receiver Rashod Bateman and what that will mean for Zay Flowers but amidst the $50 million-a-year quarterback being absent from “voluntary” organized team activities, Luke Jones and Nestor make the argument on both sides for the value and validity of a franchise player opting to stay home while his team hits the practice field in Owings Mills. This one got spicy.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts at conclusion of organized team activities
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings as Baltimore now prepares for next week’s mandatory minicamp.
Bateman earns more representative payday in latest contract extension with Ravens
After a breakout 2024, Rashod Bateman has a contract more representative of his value as a rock-solid No. 2 receiver.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the final exit of Justin Tucker and Ravens OTA questions on the field
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the final exit of Justin Tucker and the many manueverings of the Baltimore Ravens’ OTA questions on – and off – the field as spring football practice heats up in Owings Mills before mandatory camp later in June.
The arrogant escape Loop of kicking the Tucker allegations quietly to the summer curb
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the final exit of Justin Tucker and the many manueverings of the Baltimore Ravens’ OTA questions on – and off – the field as spring football practice heats up in Owings Mills before mandatory camp later in June.
Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for OTAs and more Tucker questions for Ravens in Owings Mills
The Baltimore Ravens will open the doors in Owings Mills for organized team activities this week and the questions about Justin Tucker’s “football decision” departure will begin the proceedings of getting ready for the 2025 season. Luke Jones and Nestor prep you for the football of OTAs and more kicking questions for the Ravens’ brass in Owings Mills.
Are we allowed to ask about Justin Tucker yet?
The Baltimore Ravens will open the doors in Owings Mills for organized team activities this week and the questions about Justin Tucker’s “football decision” departure will begin the proceedings of getting ready for the 2025 season. Luke Jones and Nestor prep you for the football of OTAs and more kicking questions for the Ravens’ brass in Owings Mills.
Ravens spaced out Tucker release and next media availability to make all the questions evaporate
It’ll be another two weeks before anyone with the Baltimore Ravens will be asked their first questions after the shameful departure of Justin Tucker. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what happens next for Tyler Loop and all of the rookies on campus in Owings Mills as the team goes to work on improving – and avoiding any scent of their maligned former “Hall of Fame” kicker.
Yep, Ravens will endure a first-place schedule back loaded with road games
The good news is that the Baltimore Ravens will travel less mileage than 30 other NFL teams this season but that doesn’t mean the road is any easier. Luke Jones and Nestor preview the season slate and key match-ups of Baltimore Ravens and a tough 2025 schedule.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the loss of Ardarius Washington and what it means for Ravens defense
A freak May Achilles injury has left the Ravens’ defense without one of its standout secondary members for this season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the loss of Ar’Darius Washington and what it means for the defense that wants strength and depth on the backside.
Less safe at safety: Here’s why losing Ar’Darius Washington is not a small issue for Ravens defense
A freak May Achilles injury has left the Ravens’ defense without one of its standout secondary members for this season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the loss of Ar’Darius Washington and what it means for the defense that wants strength and depth on the backside.
