Early impressions of 2026 Ravens schedule release
The Jesse Minter era begins with Baltimore opening the season in Indianapolis on Sept. 13.
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Luke Jones and Nestor acknowledge changing tides of AFC playoff picture as Ravens host Patriots
As the upstart New England Patriots come to Baltimore, it’s not lost on Luke Jones and Nestor that it’s probably the first of many battles with MVP candidate Drake Maye. The AFC playoffs will include some new faces and old places as the changing tides of the Super Bowl race crystalize through the holidays with big games ahead.
With Mahomes and Burrow eliminated, AFC will find QB youngbloods in January
As the upstart New England Patriots come to Baltimore, it’s not lost on Luke Jones and Nestor that it’s probably the first of many battles with MVP candidate Drake Maye. The AFC playoffs will include some new faces and old places as the changing tides of the Super Bowl race crystalize through the holidays with big games ahead.
Leonard Raskin tells Nestor that Ravens coming to life for holidays is part of NFL charmed life
It’s another holiday season but no one in the Baltimore Ravens community is feeling much of the purple Festivus spirit given the suspect play on the field but Leonard Raskin tells Nestor that the team coming back to life in Cincinnati and in time for New England to arrive is its own gift in a season with a 1-5 start and plenty of disappointment for having so much hope. And no one is betting against them hosting a playoff game the weekend of January 10th.
The Ravens roller coaster once again rises at home for the Krafty Patriots of New England
It’s another holiday season but no one in the Baltimore Ravens community is feeling much of the purple Festivus spirit given the suspect play on the field but Leonard Raskin tells Nestor that the team coming back to life in Cincinnati and in time for New England to arrive is its own gift in a season with a 1-5 start and plenty of disappointment for having so much hope. And no one is betting against them hosting a playoff game the weekend of January 10th.
Ravens get arrow pointed in right direction with heartening win in Cincinnati
After deflating back-to-back division losses at home, Baltimore played its “best football game of the year” Sunday.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens heartening win in frigid Cincinnati to keep hope alive for January
A big effort on a frigid day in Cincinnati has renewed hope for the Baltimore Ravens. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the heartening 24-0 shutout win over Joe Burrow and the Bengals with a complete effort and a clear path to a January success style.
Ravens keep spirits bright with complete effort in Cincinnati
A big effort on a frigid day in Cincinnati has renewed hope for the Baltimore Ravens. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the heartening 24-0 shutout win over Joe Burrow and the Bengals with a complete effort and a clear path to a January success style.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 15 trip to Cincinnati
Will Baltimore suffer a third straight loss that would further deplete its playoff hopes?
Luke Jones and Nestor prepare for Ravens life on ledge in Cincinnati against Burrow and Bengals
The Baltimore Ravens are 6-7 and Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio aren’t convinced they’re going to repair a lost season as they prepare for another AFC North road game in Cincinnati as the NFL flexes them into a pair of holiday prime time games against New England and Green Bay. The road ahead is fraught with peril and better quarterbacks. So many questions that will be answered on the field by Lamar and company.
Bengals voice Dan Hoard discusses another Burrow and Lamar showdown with huge stakes in Cincinnati
Of the games remaining on the slate for the 6-7 Baltimore Ravens, this one appears to be the most winnable. As a 2 1/2-point favorite on the road, expectations remain high for Lamar Jackson to turn the purple tide through the holidays. But, as the longtime voice of the Bengals Dan Hoard tells Nestor, this is a different Cincinnati offense and threat in the Queen City on Sunday with Joe Burrow back, spry and looking to win out. Can the Ravens avenge a home Thanksgiving night embarrassment in The Jungle?
A bungle in the jungle against Bengals would burrow Ravens in deep AFC North hole
Of the games remaining on the slate for the 6-7 Baltimore Ravens, this one appears to be the most winnable. As a 2 1/2-point favorite on the road, expectations remain high for Lamar Jackson to turn the purple tide through the holidays. But, as the longtime voice of the Bengals Dan Hoard tells Nestor, this is a different Cincinnati offense and threat in the Queen City on Sunday with Joe Burrow back, spry and looking to win out. Can the Ravens avenge a home Thanksgiving night embarrassment in The Jungle?
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss bad Ravens defense and Super Bowl XXXV champs witnessing it
It certainly wasn’t a homecoming game with the Pittsburgh Steelers but it was quite a celebration for the Super Bowl XXXV champions and the greatest defense in the history of the game. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what happened on the field against Aaron Rodgers in a bad 27-22 beat in Baltimore for the 6-7 and troubled Ravens defense.
Lining up to talk DVOA and an offensive O line with The Godfather of modern analytics
We all see the problems in the trenches for the Baltimore Ravens but how much impact has that had on the offense as a whole, which has been legendary in the football analytics space since Lamar Jackson arrived and revolutionized the position for the running game. The Godfather of DVOA and modern football analytics Aaron Schatz talks Ravens woes and NFL trends with Nestor.
Bad Ravens defense against Steelers and the legendarily stingy Super Bowl XXXV champs witnessing it
It certainly wasn’t a homecoming game with the Pittsburgh Steelers but it was quite a celebration for the Super Bowl XXXV champions and the greatest defense in the history of the game. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what happened on the field against Aaron Rodgers in a bad 27-22 beat in Baltimore for the 6-7 and troubled Ravens defense.
Thirty years later, Marvin Lewis is still teaching us football
Both of these guys look a little older and more seasoned these days but whenever Marvin Lewis spends time with us, we learn. Nestor and the Pittsburgh native discuss life in Baltimore and Da ‘Burgh and talk football magic and tragic as the Steelers and Ravens scuffle to the top of the AFC North and the Super Bowl XXXV champions will be honored downtown this weekend.
The Godfather of DVOA and modern football analytics Aaron Schatz talks Ravens woes and trends with Nestor
We all see the problems in the trenches for the Baltimore Ravens but how much impact has that had on the offense as a whole, which has been legendary in the football analytics space since Lamar Jackson arrived and revolutionized the position for the running game. The Godfather of DVOA and modern football analytics Aaron Schatz talks Ravens woes and NFL trends with Nestor.
Marvin Lewis and Nestor talk football magic and tragic in Pittsburgh and Baltimore as Steelers and Ravens scuffle to the top
Both of these guys look a little older and more seasoned these days but whenever Marvin Lewis spends time with us, we learn. Nestor and the Pittsburgh native discuss life in Baltimore and Da ‘Burgh and talk football magic and tragic as the Steelers and Ravens scuffle to the top of the AFC North and the Super Bowl XXXV champions will be honored downtown this weekend.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss fate of loser of Steelers and Ravens and mad dash in messy AFC playoff race
The stakes for both franchises are huge in this week’s Pittsburgh at Baltimore match up for first place in the AFC North. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the fate of loser of Steelers and Ravens and the mad dash of the NFL playoff picture as we await Lamar Jackson hosting Aaron Rodgers. There’s a lot of football left…
The Steelers are in the way again…
The stakes for both franchises are huge in this week’s Pittsburgh at Baltimore match up for first place in the AFC North. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the fate of loser of Steelers and Ravens and the mad dash of the NFL playoff picture as we await Lamar Jackson hosting Aaron Rodgers. There’s a lot of football left…
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Steelers and Ravens week with trepidation and lots of questions
The battle for first place in the AFC North feels like a race to the bottom. Who looked worse over Thanksgiving weekend: the Pittsburgh Steelers or the Baltimore Ravens? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss their current sad states of mediocrity – or worse – as another rivalry game comes with different stakes and perhaps a different ceiling in January.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 13 loss to Cincinnati
Isaiah Likely’s goal-line fumble continued what’s been a disappointing contract year for the 25-year-old tight end.
It’s Pittsburgh Week and nothing feels normal
The battle for first place in the AFC North feels like a race to the bottom. Who looked worse over Thanksgiving weekend: the Pittsburgh Steelers or the Baltimore Ravens? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss their current sad states of mediocrity – or worse – as another rivalry game comes with different stakes and perhaps a different ceiling in January.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Burrow and Lamar and rest of AFC quarterback play after Bengals disaster
Lamar Jackson hasn’t played a lot of bad football since he was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2018 but when he does, it certainly affects the outcome. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the state of quarterbacking in the AFC after Joe Burrow victoriously returned and the purple road ahead will rely on better play from the two-time MVP against other veterans and young gunslingers in December.
You’ll go as far as your quarterback will take you…
Lamar Jackson hasn’t played a lot of bad football since he was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2018 but when he does, it certainly affects the outcome. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the state of quarterbacking in the AFC after Joe Burrow victoriously returned and the purple road ahead will rely on better play from the two-time MVP against other veterans and young gunslingers in December.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defense after loss to Burrow and Bengals
When the offense commits five turnovers it’s hard to blame the defense for a loss. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Joe Burrow coming back from a serious injury to defeat a beleaguered Ravens defense that lost some luster on Thanksgiving night against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the disaster of Lamar and Ravens offense against Bengals
Five turnovers and 14 points of offense will never get it done. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the disaster of Lamar Jackson’s mistakes and the sluggish Ravens offense against Bengals in a disappointing holiday beatdown in Baltimore.
All bets off for Ravens after brutal Thanksgiving loss to Cincinnati
If Lamar Jackson and the offense couldn’t get back on track against Cincinnati’s woeful defense, what’s going to change?
Getting defensive about Ravens defense after loss to Burrow and Bengals
When the offense commits five turnovers it’s hard to blame the defense for a loss. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Joe Burrow coming back from a serious injury to defeat a beleaguered Ravens defense that lost some luster on Thanksgiving night against the Cincinnati Bengals.
A purple turkey for Thanksgiving leaves plenty of doubt for Ravens
Five turnovers and 14 points of offense will never get it done. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the disaster of Lamar Jackson’s mistakes and the sluggish Ravens offense against Bengals in a disappointing holiday beatdown in Baltimore.
Luke Jones and Nestor limp into Thanksgiving with Lamar and Burrow concerns as Ravens host Bengals
Short rest, tired bodies and a prime time Joe Burrow vs. Lamar Jackson AFC North showdown in Baltimore for the holiday. Luke Jones and Nestor limp into Thanksgiving with many concerns for the Ravens as the quarterbacks step up in weight class for the emerging defense and No. 8 tries to play through the pain.
A chilly Thanksgiving feast: Bengals at Ravens with the whole world watching
Short rest, tired bodies and a prime time Joe Burrow vs. Lamar Jackson AFC North showdown in Baltimore for the holiday. Luke Jones and Nestor limp into Thanksgiving with many concerns for the Ravens as the quarterbacks step up in weight class for the emerging defense and No. 8 tries to play through the pain.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 13 tilt with Cincinnati
Baltimore will aim to make it six wins in a row on Thanksgiving night.
Hamilton, Bateman good to go for Ravens against Cincinnati on Thanksgiving night
Star safety Kyle Hamilton does not carry a game status designation days after hurting his ankle in last Sunday’s win over the Jets.
Bengals color analyst Dave Lapham updates Nestor on why Burrow will go against Ravens on Thanksgiving
It’s a holiday event in primetime as the first-place Baltimore Ravens look to make it six in a row against their division foe, who will return one of the best quarterbacks in the business. Longtime Bengals color analyst and 10-year NFL offensive lineman Dave Lapham updates Nestor on why Joe Burrow will get back on the field on Thanksgiving and who will be involved in the passing game with two top wide receivers out for Cincinnati.
Talking turkey and Joe Burrow as Bengals bring Thanksgiving threat to Ravens
It’s a holiday event in prime time as the first-place Baltimore Ravens look to make it six in a row against their division foe, who will return one of the best quarterbacks in the business. Longtime Bengals color analyst and 10-year NFL offensive lineman Dave Lapham updates Nestor on why Joe Burrow will get back on the field on Thanksgiving and who will be involved in the passing game with two top wide receivers out for Cincinnati.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defense and Hamilton injury after win over Jets
At one point during the 1-5 start, the Baltimore Ravens defense ranked last in the NFL. With better health, better play and the addition of two veterans by Eric DeCosta, the defense of Zach Orr appears much improved and poised to lead the team while the offense continues to try to find some rhythm behind a gimpy franchise quarterback. Luke Jones and Nestor get defensive about the marked improvement and the emergence of key young players.
Getting defensive about the Ravens needs after five wins in a row
At one point during the 1-5 start, the Baltimore Ravens defense ranked last in the NFL. With better health, better play and the addition of two veterans by Eric DeCosta, the defense of Zach Orr appears much improved and poised to lead the team while the offense continues to try to find some rhythm behind a gimpy franchise quarterback. Luke Jones and Nestor get defensive about the marked improvement and the emergence of key young players.
It’s pretty obvious that Lamar Jackson is not right
There’s no explosiveness but there are five wins in a row to stack up for the Baltimore Ravens and a piece of first place on Thanksgiving is certainly more than acceptable. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the health of Lamar Jackson after a less-than-impressive win over the New York Jets and the lack of rest with the Cincinnati Bengals waiting after the turkey.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss health of Lamar and Jets and Bengals waiting for turkey
It’s another Wednesday and another missed early week practice for the Ravens’ two-time MVP quarterback. Is it rest or a lingering injury? With two games in four days coming during Thanksgiving week, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the health of Lamar Jackson and what it means for the running game against the New York Jets on Sunday.
