Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 11 win at Cleveland
Mark Andrews scoring the game-winning touchdown was fitting on the day he became the team’s all-time receiving yards leader.
Lamar Jackson
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive improvement and way team is winning
The Ravens defense has made major strides since being the worst unit in the league through the first month of the season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the additions of Alohi Gilman and Dre’Mont Jones and better health and an emerging young core that has allowed the Ravens to put four wins in a row together to get back to .500, as the Jets and Bengals visit Baltimore next week.
Home Thanksgiving cooking with two purple treats
With another win over the Cleveland Browns and the record finally back to .500, the Ravens will soon be seeing the rest of the AFC North up close. Luke Jones and Nestor assess Baltimore’s positioning in the AFC North playoff race with the Jets and Bengals coming quickly this week and the Steelers picking up the pieces of Aaron Rodgers’ hand injury.
Luke Jones and Nestor dissect a too close for comfort Ravens win over Browns
It was far from a textbook victory for the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland on Sunday. Three turnovers, a sputtering offense and the need for a Mark Andrews trick play on 4th and 1 were all featured in the win over the Browns. But that makes four in a row and three in a row on the road. Luke Jones and Nestor dissect a too-close-for-comfort but satisfying win for the 5-5 Ravens.
Finding the improvements in Ravens defense as wins start to stack
The Ravens defense has made major strides since being the worst unit in the league through the first month of the season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the additions of Alohi Gilman and Dre’Mont Jones and better health and an emerging young core that has allowed the Ravens to put four wins in a row together to get back to .500, as the Jets and Bengals visit Baltimore next week.
Ravens preserve their margin for error by finding way to win ugly in Cleveland
Baltimore escaped, and that beat the alternative for a team that’s often lost that kind of game to the Browns in recent years.
Andrews touchdown run leads Ravens to “dogfight” 23-16 win in Cleveland
Mark Andrews’ 35-yard touchdown run on fourth down with under three minutes to play gave Baltimore its fourth straight win.
Lamar Jackson offers praise for “Mr. Reliable” Mark Andrews in Sunday’s win over Cleveland
Lamar Jackson offers praise for “Mr. Reliable” Mark Andrews in Sunday’s win over Cleveland
Ravens leave plenty of doubts after escaping Cleveland
It was far from a textbook victory for the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland on Sunday. Three turnovers, a sputtering offense and the need for a Mark Andrews trick play on 4th and 1 were all featured in the win over the Browns. But that makes four in a row and three in a row on the road. Luke Jones and Nestor dissect a too-close-for-comfort but satisfying win for the 5-5 Ravens.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 11 tilt in Cleveland
Left tackle Ronnie Stanley will again have his hands full going against Browns superstar Myles Garrett.
Ravens rule out Humphrey, Bateman, Hill and list Green questionable for Sunday’s game in Cleveland
Rookie outside linebacker Mike Green hurt his ankle Thursday and didn’t practice Friday, leaving his Week 11 status unclear.
Lamar Jackson says knee “getting better” after practicing fully for Ravens on Thursday
Lamar Jackson says knee “getting better” after practicing fully for Ravens on Thursday
Lamar Jackson feeling better, ready for formidable Cleveland pass rush
The Ravens quarterback said his knee is “getting better” after being a full participant in his return to practice Thursday.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss knee of Lamar Jackson and Ravens path to victory in Cleveland and beyond
When the franchise quarterback doesn’t make it on to the practice field on Wednesday, the purple flags get raised. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the achy knee of Lamar Jackson and the Ravens path to victory in Cleveland. And beyond…
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Ravens surge and Ovechkin goals
It’s been two decades of incredible dominance from the moment Alex Ovechkin joined the Washington Capitals. After scoring the magic 900th goal, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the inevitable end of his run of greatness and the beginning of another NHL season.
What happens when Lamar doesn’t practice?
When the franchise quarterback doesn’t make it on to the practice field on Wednesday, the purple flags get raised. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the achy knee of Lamar Jackson and the Ravens path to victory in Cleveland. And beyond…
Browns insider Scott Petrak tells Nestor about the Cleveland woes beyond record and in community with new stadium plundering
You don’t feel sorry for the Cleveland Browns being so awful on the field again if you’re a Baltimore Ravens fan but for the NFL faithful in Northern Ohio, the insults keep coming as the billionaire owner whisks the franchise and the stadium off to the ‘burbs abandoning downtown against plenty of opposition. Let longtime journalist Scott Petrak update you on the continuing saga of ineptitude from the Haslam family.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens strengths and playoff pathway and schedules as health and improvement stoke confidence
It’s not a “homer” vibe to think that the one-time 1-5 Baltimore Ravens are now the favorites to win the AFC North. Most of the NFL sees the remaining schedule and starts penciling in wins for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss that it won’t be easy but it’s all certainly sitting right there in a carousel NFL season.
Luke Jones and Nestor assess reality of Baltimore Ravens situation in unique AFC playoff race
It was ugly a few weeks ago when the Baltimore Ravens were 1-5 and heavily injured. But, three wins in a row has fumigated the terrible start, and Luke Jones and Nestor assess the current reality of a weak schedule and a middling pack of AFC playoff hopefuls that still has Owings Mills believing in a January Super Bowl run.
The beginning of the end for The Great Eight at 900 goals
It’s been two decades of incredible dominance from the moment Alex Ovechkin joined the Washington Capitals. After scoring the magic 900th goal, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the inevitable end of his run of greatness and the beginning of another NHL season.
Jackson dealing with knee soreness, Humphrey out as Ravens prepare for Week 11 trip to Cleveland
Head coach John Harbaugh said Lamar Jackson “should be OK” despite missing Wednesday’s practice.
No other 4-5 team has ever had more confidence in making NFL playoffs than Ravens
It’s not a “homer” vibe to think that the one-time 1-5 Baltimore Ravens are now the favorites to win the AFC North. Most of the NFL sees the remaining schedule and starts penciling in wins for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss that it won’t be easy but it’s all certainly sitting right there in a carousel NFL season.
A tale of the tail of the dogs and the stench of the Browns brand in Cleveland
You don’t feel sorry for the Cleveland Browns being so awful on the field again if you’re a Baltimore Ravens fan but for the NFL faithful in Northern Ohio, the insults keep coming as the billionaire owner whisks the franchise and the stadium off to the ‘burbs abandoning downtown against plenty of opposition. Let longtime journalist Scott Petrak update you on the continuing saga of ineptitude from the Haslam family.
The Ravens’ unique path to a playoff run comes now
It was ugly a few weeks ago when the Baltimore Ravens were 1-5 and heavily injured. But, three wins in a row has fumigated the terrible start, and Luke Jones and Nestor assess the current reality of a weak schedule and a middling pack of AFC playoff hopefuls that still has Owings Mills believing in a January Super Bowl run.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 10 win at Minnesota
After a slow start to his rookie season, Malaki Starks is looking more comfortable and making more plays.
Luke Jones and Nestor celebrate Ravens three in a row for Ravens after beating Vikings in Minnesota
The record says the Baltimore Ravens are 4-5 but Luke Jones and Nestor go all “Baltimore Positive” in celebrating three wins in a row for the men of John Harbaugh after another win over the Minnesota Vikings and the possibilities of a AFC North title. It’s been a much better month for health and results but is this team really a Super Bowl contender?
Celebrating the purple positivity of three consecutive Ravens wins
The record says the Baltimore Ravens are 4-5 but Luke Jones and Nestor go all “Baltimore Positive” in celebrating three wins in a row for the men of John Harbaugh after another win over the Minnesota Vikings and the possibilities of a AFC North title. It’s been a much better month for health and results but is this team really a Super Bowl contender?
Ravens just need to keep adding wins to their “scar tissue” in bewildering AFC
“We’re starting to hit our stride. It’s not a surprise to us. I think we’re playing to our potential now, and that has to be sustained.”
Ravens force three turnovers to grind to 27-19 win over Minnesota for third straight victory
Baltimore took advantage of plenty of Vikings mistakes to overcome a slow start and improve to 4-5 on season.
Lamar Jackson reminds “always room for improvement” after Ravens move closer to .500 mark with third straight win
Lamar Jackson reminds “always room for improvement” after Ravens move closer to .500 mark with third straight win
Can we trust an “honest” mistake from an inherently dishonest organization?
The fiasco over putting Lamar Jackson as a “full” participant on a Friday afternoon injury report when he ran scout team and they knew he wasn’t going to start on Sunday has just begun for John Harbaugh and the Baltimore Ravens. His “excuse” was far less than believable as Luke Jones and Nestor also take general manager Eric DeCosta to task for pushing the gambling line five points on a Saturday in the NFL with pretty blatant dishonesty and “gamesmanship” for no one.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 10 meeting in Minnesota
Will a Brian Flores-led defense turn back the clock against Lamar Jackson on Sunday afternoon?
Longtime Minnesota sportswriter Kevin Seifert of ESPN gives Nestor a primer on McCarthy and Vikings before Ravens visit
Longtime Minnesota sportswriter Kevin Seifert of ESPN and one-time local colleague of Nestor covering the Orioles back in the 1990s returns to Baltimore for a primer on the mystery of quarterback J.J. McCarthy and the belief Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell has in him to lead the franchise. Plenty of purple knowledge in the this one.
Longtime voice of Minnesota Vikings Paul Allen tells Nestor why McCarthy was O’Connell choice for QB and prep for Ravens
No one can get you ready for a Minnesota Vikings game better than the longtime voice of Skol and the people in the Twin Cities. One-time Maryland resident and bon vivant Paul Allen (aka P.A. On The Mic) tells Nestor why Andrew Van Ginkel might be the most important player in Sunday’s match-up with the Baltimore Ravens and how the crowd will factor into Lamar Jackson’s day in Minneapolis.
Lamar Jackson believes Ravens have “turned a new leaf” after back-to-back wins coming out of bye
Lamar Jackson believes Ravens have “turned a new leaf” after back-to-back wins coming out of bye
Hearing the roar of the crowd in Minnesota
No one can get you ready for a Minnesota Vikings game better than the longtime voice of Skol and the people in the Twin Cities. One-time Maryland resident and bon vivant Paul Allen (aka P.A. On The Mic) tells Nestor why Andrew Van Ginkel might be the most important player in Sunday’s match-up with the Baltimore Ravens and how the crowd will factor into Lamar Jackson’s day in Minneapolis.
Ravens head to Minnesota a heady 4.5 point road favorite against young McCarthy and Vikings
Longtime Minnesota sportswriter Kevin Seifert of ESPN and one-time local colleague of Nestor covering the Orioles back in the 1990s returns to Baltimore for a primer on the mystery of quarterback J.J. McCarthy and the belief Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell has in him to lead the franchise. Plenty of purple knowledge in the this one.
Luke Jones and Nestor assess Ravens and NFL trade deadline moves as Vikings await in Minnesota on Sunday
With all of the hubbub of the NFL trade deadline and all of the extra salary cap space Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta had at his disposal, the team added just edge specialist Dre’Mont Jones from the Tennessee Titans for a 5th round pick. Luke Jones and Nestor assess the moves and machinations of a healthier 3-5 squad headed to Minnesota as a four-point favorite against the Vikings and quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
The Ravens rush of NFL trade deadline and pass on the trenches
With all of the hubbub of the NFL trade deadline and all of the extra salary cap space Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta had at his disposal, the team added just edge specialist Dre’Mont Jones from the Tennessee Titans for a 5th round pick. Luke Jones and Nestor assess the moves and machinations of a healthier 3-5 squad headed to Minnesota as a four-point favorite against the Vikings and quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
Trenches still look too vulnerable for Ravens as trade deadline passes
The trade deadline isn’t the best avenue for addressing multiple needs, which is why it’s hardly surprising for Baltimore’s work to feel underwhelming.
