As final head coach seats fill, Ravens must weigh play-calling experience for next offensive coordinator
Former Baltimore offensive coordinator Todd Monken became the new head coach in Cleveland on Wednesday.
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Brian Billick explains how Ravens will defeat Giants days before Super Bowl XXXV in classic conversation
The Ravens Ring of Honor coach chatted with Nestor days before facing New York in Super Bowl XXXV in Tampa.
Longtime New York columnist Ian O’Connor gives Nestor The Big Blue perspective on John Harbaugh as Giants head coach
Longtime columnist and football author Ian O’Connor attended last week’s coronation of John Harbaugh as the new head coach of the New York Football Giants and tells Nestor why Big Blue has high expectations and a low recent bar for the former Baltimore Ravens leader. A fresh start for Harbs in The Big Apple leaves many questions on this side of the ball.
Longtime MLB insider Ken Davidoff tells Nestor about his baseball book on life lessons through the sport
Longtime MLB insider Ken Davidoff tells Nestor about his new baseball book on 101 life lessons to teach and learn through the sport’s wisdom and joy on – and off – the field. And what makes the Orioles better with Pete Alonso, too!
Bringing baseball lessons from press box and dugout to the field of life
Longtime MLB insider Ken Davidoff tells Nestor about his new baseball book on 101 life lessons to teach and learn through the sport’s wisdom and joy on – and off – the field. And what makes the Orioles better with Pete Alonso, too!
How important are “the fans” to Steve Bisciotti and the Baltimore Ravens?
In a conversation about leadership styles and the tone set by Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti this week, Bill Cole and Nestor take a 30-year view on the franchise and its responsibility to the community. Will a new head coach change the culture in Owings Mills? Will Lamar Jackson win a Super Bowl? There’s plenty of interest in the local NFL franchise as it transitions from two decades of John Harbaugh to whatever is next…
How important are “the fans” to Steve Bisciotti and the Baltimore Ravens?
In a conversation about leadership styles and the tone set by Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti this week, Bill Cole and Nestor take a 30-year view on the franchise and its responsibility to the community. Will a new head coach change the culture in Owings Mills? Will Lamar Jackson win a Super Bowl? There’s plenty of interest in the local NFL franchise as it transitions from two decades of John Harbaugh to whatever is next…
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss John Harbaugh as new head coach of New York Giants
Big Blue was always the expected destination for John Harbaugh and he quickly took the first seat in a wild round of NFL head coach hiring that began with the New York Giants looking to fumigate the Meadowlands and get quarterback Jackson Dart championship ready. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Broadway lights and the big job – and $100 million expectations – that will come in The Big Apple for Harbs.
With Harbaugh making Giant decision, all eyes shift to Ravens head coach position
Baltimore is regarded as having the best opening, and John Harbaugh was widely viewed as the top candidate for any team not named the Ravens.
Darting off to the swamps of Jersey: What we think of John Harbaugh heading to make Giants stand tall again
Big Blue was always the expected destination for John Harbaugh and he quickly took the first seat in a wild round of NFL head coach hiring that began with the New York Giants looking to fumigate the Meadowlands and get quarterback Jackson Dart championship ready. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Broadway lights and the big job – and $100 million expectations – that will come in The Big Apple for Harbs.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all aspects of Pete Alonso coming to the Baltimore Orioles for big money
It’s not our money and it made the baseball team better so there will be no complaining about Mike Elias taking the money of David Rubenstein and Michael Arougheti and investing in a legitimate attempt to win. The Baltimore Orioles got better with the signing of slugger Pete Alonso but they get $155 million better? Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive into the Birdland splash of MLB free agency.
That’s Alonso money for a Baltimore Orioles first baseman
It’s not our money and it made the baseball team better so there will be no complaining about Mike Elias taking the money of David Rubenstein and Michael Arougheti and investing in a legitimate attempt to win. The Baltimore Orioles got better with the signing of slugger Pete Alonso but they get $155 million better? Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive into the Birdland splash of MLB free agency.
Orioles reportedly agree to two-year deal with two-time All-Star closer Ryan Helsley
One of baseball’s best closers from 2022-24, the 31-year-old struggled after being acquired by the New York Mets at last year’s trade deadline.
#ColumnNes: Can the Ravens still win the Super Bowl? I wasn’t the one who counted ‘em out at 1-5
It’s all sitting there for the former 1-5 squad. Now, after five in a row against the JV, can the Ravens improve and earn their way through the thickest part of a playoff march with Lamar Jackson nursing a bad wheel? You bring the turkey and I’ll bring the pumpkin pie and we’ll find out.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 12 win over New York Jets
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore won its fifth straight to move into first place in the AFC North.
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.
Ravens back where they want to be, but still not where they need to be after uneven win over Jets
Baltimore moved into first place with a fifth straight win, but Lamar Jackson still isn’t looking like himself as offensive struggles persist.
Ravens overcome another slow start to top Jets 23-10 for fifth straight victory
The defense and special teams led the way as Baltimore moved into a first-place tie with Pittsburgh in the AFC North.
Mark Andrews on Ravens’ Week 12 win over Jets: “We know there are things to get better at”
Mark Andrews on Ravens’ Week 12 win over Jets: “We know there are things to get better at”
Derrick Henry scores two second-half touchdowns to help Ravens to Week 12 win over Jets
Derrick Henry scores two second-half touchdowns to help Ravens to Week 12 win over Jets
Ronnie Stanley says offense needs to be better for Ravens to get where they want to go
Ronnie Stanley says offense needs to be better for Ravens to get where they want to go
Dre’Mont Jones continues to make impact for Ravens pass rush with 1 1/2 sacks in Sunday’s win over Jets
Dre’Mont Jones continues to make impact for Ravens pass rush with 1 1/2 sacks in Sunday’s win over Jets
Roquan Smith discusses another strong defensive performance for Ravens in Sunday’s win over Jets
Roquan Smith discusses another strong defensive performance for Ravens in Sunday’s win over Jets
Lamar Jackson says injuries not impacting his play after another mediocre showing from Ravens offense
Lamar Jackson says injuries not impacting his play after another mediocre showing from Ravens offense
John Harbaugh breaks down Ravens’ 23-10 win over Jets to move into first place in AFC North
John Harbaugh breaks down Ravens’ 23-10 win over Jets to move into first place in AFC North
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 12 meeting with New York Jets
Former Raven Brandon Stephens and the last-place Jets will try to pull off a major upset on Sunday afternoon.
Ravens rule out Rashod Bateman, don’t give injury designation to Lamar Jackson for Jets game
Starting wide receiver Rashod Bateman will miss a second straight game with an ankle injury suffered in Week 10.
Todd Monken says Lamar Jackson’s nagging injuries not limiting Ravens’ weekly offensive game plans
Todd Monken says Lamar Jackson’s nagging injuries not limiting Ravens’ weekly offensive game plans
Zach Orr on Kyle Hamilton: “It’s remarkable what he’s able to do for” Ravens defense
Zach Orr on Kyle Hamilton: “It’s remarkable what he’s able to do for” Ravens defense
Lamar Jackson practices fully, feeling “good” after Wednesday absence
The Ravens quarterback left no doubt about his status for Sunday’s game against the New York Jets.
Lamar Jackson feeling “good” after practicing fully on Thursday
Lamar Jackson feeling “good” after practicing fully on Thursday
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.
Kyle Van Noy talks improvement of Ravens defense ahead of Week 12 meeting with Jets
Kyle Van Noy talks improvement of Ravens defense ahead of Week 12 meeting with Jets
John Harbaugh says Ravens have great respect for old friend and Jets starting quarterback Tyrod Taylor
John Harbaugh says Ravens have great respect for old friend and Jets starting quarterback Tyrod Taylor
The concerns of the ankle, knee and hamstring of Lamar Jackson
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.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson misses another Wednesday practice with different ailment
A week after dealing with knee soreness, the two-time MVP sat out with an ankle issue.
John Hoey of The Y joins Nestor and Ron Cassie to discuss Turkey Trot and Baltimore optimism from Pizza John’s
We love mixing and match the best people in Baltimore. This time, John Hoey of The Y joins Nestor with Baltimore Magazine Senior Editor Ron Cassie to discuss the Turkey Trot and plenty of local history and optimism from Pizza John’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
Here’s why it’s your year to do the Turkey Trot for Thanksgiving with The Y
We love mixing and match the best people in Baltimore. This time, John Hoey of The Y joins Nestor with Baltimore Magazine Senior Editor Ron Cassie to discuss the Turkey Trot and plenty of local history and optimism from Pizza John’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
Rogers continues providing much-needed hope as lost season for Orioles winds down
Despite such a disappointing Orioles season overall, we haven’t appreciated Trevor Rogers nearly enough.
Ryan Mountcastle homers and drives in two in Orioles’ 4-2 win over Yankees on Friday night
Ryan Mountcastle homers and drives in two in Orioles’ 4-2 win over Yankees on Friday night
