Trey Hendrickson on joining Ravens: “The standard is high here, and I’m excited for that challenge”
The four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher met with the media in Owings Mills on Friday.
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Trey Hendrickson meets with local media after officially signing with Ravens
Trey Hendrickson meets with local media after officially signing with Ravens
Dear Eric DeCosta: I’ve called you and the Ravens sleazy for years, now the rest of NFL is catching up
Do you believe that Eric DeCosta is truly “gutted” by the loss of Maxx Crosby? I don’t. And neither do the other 31 NFL general managers, which will become a problem for the Baltimore Ravens moving forward. Owings Mills is drowning in dishonesty, if not incompetence.
Marvin Lewis joins Nestor to discuss the Maxx Crosby he coached in Las Vegas and what Ravens fans can expect
The Baltimore Ravens sorely lacked a pass rush last season but the addition of Maxx Crosby should solve that deficiency. No one is more bullish on the star edge rusher acquired from the Las Vegas Raiders than his former defensive coach Marvin Lewis, who joins Nestor to discuss what Ravens fans can expect before the crack of dawn in Owings Mills. “You can set your watch by Maxx.”
Luke Jones and Nestor welcome Trey Hendrickson to the Baltimore Ravens discuss wild free agency week
We can’t say it hasn’t been interesting, compelling or without drama. Just before the start of free agency, the Baltimore Ravens agreed to terms with Cincinnati Bengals defensive lineman Trey Hendrickson after nixing a massive deal with the Las Vegas Raiders to bring Maxx Crosby to Owings Mills. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all of the fallout and the decisions and risk tolerance of Eric DeCosta.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the debacle of Maxx Crosby deal for Baltimore Ravens and DeCosta
By Wednesday morning before the NFL free agency deadline, Eric DeCosta opted to sign Trey Hendrickson but it was four days with the thoughts of having Maxx Crosby that energized the Baltimore Ravens’ fan base right up until an Owings Mills medical nixed the deal. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the debacle of Maxx Crosby deal for trust amongst players and agents and teams with the Ravens and DeCosta.
Ravens sub in Trey Hendrickson for $112 million after passing on Maxx Crosby
We can’t say it hasn’t been interesting, compelling or without drama. Just before the start of free agency, the Baltimore Ravens agreed to terms with Cincinnati Bengals defensive lineman Trey Hendrickson after nixing a massive deal with the Las Vegas Raiders to bring Maxx Crosby to Owings Mills. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all of the fallout and the decisions and risk tolerance of Eric DeCosta.
The debacle of Maxx Crosby deal for DeCosta and Ravens
By Wednesday morning before the NFL free agency deadline, Eric DeCosta opted to sign Trey Hendrickson but it was four days with the thoughts of having Maxx Crosby that energized the Baltimore Ravens’ fan base right up until an Owings Mills medical nixed the deal. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the debacle of Maxx Crosby deal for trust amongst players and agents and teams with the Ravens and DeCosta.
Luke Jones and Nestor react to Ravens loss of Linderbaum and addition of Crosby during early NFL free agency
No one is shocked that center Tyler Linderbaum isn’t returning to the Baltimore Ravens given the amount of money the
Ravens suddenly have a massive hole in middle of offensive line
No one is shocked that center Tyler Linderbaum isn’t returning to the Baltimore Ravens given the amount of money the Las Vegas Raiders invested in the Iowa stalwart. But, as Luke Jones and Nestor react to the tampering period and early free agent signings, it’s clear the defense improved with Maxx Crosby but it’s now on Eric DeCosta to put together a credible offensive line for Lamar Jackson.
Marvin Lewis: Maxx Crosby (would’ve) enhanced Ravens culture and defense “ten fold” with possibilities
The Baltimore Ravens sorely lacked a pass rush last season but the addition of Maxx Crosby should solve that deficiency. No one is more bullish on the star edge rusher acquired from the Las Vegas Raiders than his former defensive coach Marvin Lewis, who joins Nestor to discuss what Ravens fans can expect before the crack of dawn in Owings Mills. “You can set your watch by Maxx.”
Dear John Harbaugh: The long fraud of your goodbye and $oft landing in The Big Apple
I’ve blessed myself with 60 days to give your rather abrupt departure here some time to fully decant – like a hair-raising, pellet gun plum Ravens vintage – and smelling that musty, stale aroma and a hint of that rancid taste in the mouth you get when someone leaves town wearing a smile that doesn’t quite match the damage they did on the way out. “What do you want me to tell the other humans I know when they ask me about you?”
Luke Jones and Nestor welcome Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens in biggest trade in franchise history
The impact of the Maxx Crosby trade will be felt over years but the first reactions of Luke Jones and Nestor are succinct: this is the biggest trade in franchise history and very against many of the principles of the Baltimore Ravens. Here’s why it makes sense for Eric DeCosta – and Lamar Jackson!
Ravens take significant risk, but potential return makes it worthwhile in new era
General manager Eric DeCosta made the biggest trade in team history by swapping two first-round picks for Maxx Crosby.
Ravens deal for the Mighty Maxx and instantly become Super Bowl favorites
The impact of the Maxx Crosby trade will be felt over years but the first reactions of Luke Jones and Nestor are succinct: this is the biggest trade in franchise history and very against many of the principles of the Baltimore Ravens. Here’s why it makes sense for Eric DeCosta – and Lamar Jackson!
Ravens go all in by trading for five-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Maxx Crosby in blockbuster deal
Baltimore will send two first-round picks to Las Vegas for one of the NFL’s top defensive players.
Luke Jones and Nestor talk Lamar Jackson and nitty gritty of tampering week in NFL free agency
It’s a big football week in Owings Mills. Eric DeCosta has a lot of work to do. The Baltimore Ravens have some real roster building to do this offseason. Let’s start with Lamar Jackson in the right contract and Tyler Linderbaum hitting the tampering market for a deal.
This is the week Lamar Jackson and Ravens need to get organized on money
It’s a big football week in Owings Mills. Eric DeCosta has a lot of work to do. The Baltimore Ravens have some real roster building to do this offseason. Let’s start with Lamar Jackson in the right contract and Tyler Linderbaum hitting the tampering market for a deal.
Wide receiver remains position to watch for Ravens this offseason
Baltimore must decide whether to exercise a $27.3 million fifth-year option for Zay Flowers later this spring.
Minter gives most convincing answer for Jackson, other Ravens vets to be at spring workouts
Everyone has an opinion on voluntary spring workouts, and that wasn’t going to change with Baltimore having a new head coach.
Luke Jones and Nestor listen in on DeCosta and Minter in Indy with Lamar and Linderbaum on Ravens brain
The Baltimore Ravens brain trust have assembled in Indianapolis preparing to pick 14th in the NFL Draft in April but the minds of Luke Jones and Nestor are on two massive contract issues that will need closure before the free agency tampering begins in two weeks. First up is the Lamar Jackson restructure but the real market value for center Tyler Linderbaum and the salary cap tolerance for general manager Eric DeCosta will come into full focus before March 11.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss expectations of new Orioles manager Craig Albernaz this season
With changes made in leadership with both professional sports franchises in Baltimore this winter, it’ll be Craig Albernaz leading off for the Orioles with an early-season testing ground that already include key injuries and a suspect bullpen. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the expectations of the new Birds skipper and the vital signs of life for a team with high hopes in a crowded AL East Division.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss expectations for new head coach Jesse Minter and how Lamar improves
They won’t kickoff until September but what are the early signs of “success” for the new Baltimore Ravens head coach and his youthful staff? Luke Jones joins Nestor to discuss the expectations of a rookie leader and what’s going on behind the scenes in Owings Mills with the Lamar Jackson re-negotiations and Indy combine realities of Eric DeCosta.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following DeCosta-Minter press conferences at NFL scouting combine
Head coach Jesse Minter talked with reporters gathered in Indianapolis on Tuesday.
The Linderbaum decision looms large for Ravens and DeCosta
The Baltimore Ravens brain trust have assembled in Indianapolis preparing to pick 14th in the NFL Draft in April but the minds of Luke Jones and Nestor are on two massive contract issues that will need closure before the free agency tampering begins in two weeks. First up is the Lamar Jackson restructure but the real market value for center Tyler Linderbaum and the salary cap tolerance for general manager Eric DeCosta will come into full focus before March 11.
As free agency nears, DeCosta says Ravens have made “market-setting” offer to Linderbaum
“Tyler’s a guy that I have tremendous respect for. Obviously, he’s proven to be, in my opinion, the best center in the league.”
How will we know if Jesse Minter is doing a good job?
They won’t kickoff until September but what are the early signs of “success” for the new Baltimore Ravens head coach and his youthful staff? Luke Jones joins Nestor to discuss the expectations of a rookie leader and what’s going on behind the scenes in Owings Mills with the Lamar Jackson re-negotiations and Indy combine realities of Eric DeCosta.
The “Alby Effect” and how it will affect and infect Orioles youthful energy
With changes made in leadership with both professional sports franchises in Baltimore this winter, it’ll be Craig Albernaz leading off for the Orioles with an early-season testing ground that already include key injuries and a suspect bullpen. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the expectations of the new Birds skipper and the vital signs of life for a team with high hopes in a crowded AL East Division.
Pondering Ravens’ potential 2026 salary cap cuts
Entering the final year of his contract and coming off a poor 2025, Marlon Humphrey is scheduled to make $19.25 million this year.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens coaches press conference and message for Lamar
In the aftermath of a unique press conference amongst an entirely new coaching staff in Owings Mills, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Baltimore Ravens new regime with old faces and new spaces in the hierarchy who must hold all of the players accountable to improve upon last year. Starting with Lamar Jackson.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss NFL owners and accountability and profitability
The NFL continues to rule the sports world even in the slowest of times. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the NFLPA report cards on franchises and transparency and accountability amongst billionaires who can’t even get an Epstein List regular who just hired John Harbaugh to come to light and off their ownership ledgers. We’d ask Steve Bisciotti about it, but of course he’s evaporated again for a while…
What is the real message for Lamar from the “new” Owings Mills?
In the aftermath of a unique press conference amongst an entirely new coaching staff in Owings Mills, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Baltimore Ravens new regime with old faces and new spaces in the hierarchy who must hold all of the players accountable to improve upon last year. Starting with Lamar Jackson.
Profits are up, accountability is down and internal report cards are a no-no for guys like Steve
The NFL continues to rule the sports world even in the slowest of times. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the NFLPA report cards on franchises and transparency and accountability amongst billionaires who can’t even get an Epstein List regular who just hired John Harbaugh to come to light and off their ownership ledgers. We’d ask Steve Bisciotti about it, but of course he’s evaporated again for a while…
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following press conference for Jesse Minter’s new coordinators
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after hearing from Declan Doyle, Anthony Weaver, and Anthony Levine on Wednesday.
Jesse Minter introduces new Ravens coordinators to media in Owings Mills
Jesse Minter introduces new Ravens coordinators to media in Owings Mills
Luke Jones and Nestor take a Harbaugh tour of new Minter coaching staff with Ravens
They won a lot of football games in Baltimore while John Harbaugh was the coach of the Ravens. Luke Jones and Nestor take a full look at the new coaching staff of head coach Jesse Minter and how some old friends like Anthony Levine and Anthony Weaver return with the same Hard Ball coaching wind under their purple wings. Familiar is comfortable in Owings Mills with the new regime.
The unmistakable purple air of Harbaugh around Minter
They won a lot of football games in Baltimore while John Harbaugh was the coach of the Ravens. Luke Jones and Nestor take a full look at the new coaching staff of head coach Jesse Minter and how some old friends like Anthony Levine and Anthony Weaver return with the same Hard Ball coaching wind under their purple wings. Familiar is comfortable in Owings Mills with the new regime.
With coaching staff set, all eyes on Lamar Jackson’s contract as Ravens move into bulk of offseason
With free agency less than a month away, the clock’s ticking to work out a deal to lower the two-time MVP’s salary cap number.
Ravens finalize new coaching staff under head coach Jesse Minter
Coordinators Declan Doyle, Anthony Weaver, and Anthony Levine are scheduled to meet with the local media next week.
Luke Jones and Nestor reset NFL offseason after Seahawks win and Ravens expectations with Lamar and Minter
We’re onto next season! As the Seahawks were crowned Super Bowl LX champions, Luke Jones and Nestor marinate beyond a boring game and honor the Mike Macdonald defensive show in Seattle while acknowledging it’s now “go time” for Eric DeCosta to get a deal done with Lamar Jackson as rookie head coach Jesse Minter settles into his new role in Owings Mills with the NFL Combine less than two weeks away.
