DeAndre Hopkins on joining Ravens: “This organization, this team matches who I am”
The veteran cited the chance to play with Lamar Jackson and close friend Derrick Henry as reasons for signing with Baltimore.
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DeAndre Hopkins discusses decision to join Ravens and expectations for 2025 season
DeAndre Hopkins discusses decision to join Ravens and expectations for 2025 season
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following start of free agency
The re-signing of Ronnie Stanley and the addition of DeAndre Hopkins headlined the week for general manager Eric DeCosta.
Ravens release Marcus Williams, tender Ar’Darius Washington after 2024 change at safety
The November emergence of Ar’Darius Washington was a major factor in the 2024 turnaround of Baltimore’s pass defense.
Ravens nose tackle Michael Pierce retiring after nine years in NFL
The former undrafted free agent out of Samford played seven seasons in Baltimore.
Ravens add former five-time Pro Bowl wide receiver to high-octane offense
DeAndre Hopkins and Lamar Jackson will finally get their chance to play together.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens departures of Mekari, Stephens and Harrison via free agency
Eric DeCosta and the Baltimore Ravens manage this time of the year as well as any team in the league so there are very few surprises. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the departure of Patrick Mekari, Brandon Stephens and Malik Harrison in the early tampering period of NFL free agency.
Five-time Pro Bowl fullback Pat Ricard sticking with Ravens
Baltimore agreed to a one-year deal with the 30-year-old fullback on Tuesday.
Big money for NFL free agents grows as Mekari and Stephens cash in on cap rising elsewhere
Eric DeCosta and the Baltimore Ravens manage this time of the year as well as any team in the league so there are very few surprises. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the departure of Patrick Mekari, Brandon Stephens and Malik Harrison in the early tampering period of NFL free agency.
Ex-Ravens starters Mekari, Stephens, Harrison set to depart on deals with other AFC teams
Patrick Mekari will reportedly sign a three-year, $37.5 million deal with Jacksonville when free agency officially opens.
The story behind the story – how local journalism works and everything you need to know about the reporting of the Justin Tucker massage scandal
With three blockbuster tales of reporting the allegations of 16 different women accusing Baltimore Ravens’ kicker Justin Tucker of inappropriate behavior during massage therapy appointments more than a decade ago, reporter Julie Scharper of The Baltimore Banner answers all of Nestor’s questions about how the story came to light and the journalism, reporting and fact-checking done by their staff to confirm and write these “serious and concerning” stories.
Stanley, Ravens agree to three-year, $60 million contract before start of free agency
After taking a pay cut last March, Ronnie Stanley played in every game for the first time in his career and was a Pro Bowl alternate in 2024.
Ravens can only hope to duplicate level of health from 2024 season
Baltimore enjoyed the NFL’s lowest number of adjusted games lost by any team since 2017.
Julie Scharper of The Baltimore Banner answers all Nestor’s questions about Justin Tucker reporting
With three blockbuster tales of reporting the allegations of 16 different women accusing Baltimore Ravens’ kicker Justin Tucker of inappropriate behavior during massage therapy appointments more than a decade ago, reporter Julie Scharper of The Baltimore Banner answers all of Nestor’s questions about how the story came to light and the journalism, reporting and fact-checking done by their staff to confirm and write these “serious and concerning” stories.
Clock ticking as Ravens try to reach contract extension with Ronnie Stanley
Might Kansas City make a serious push for Baltimore’s longtime left tackle?
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss continued fallout of Tucker scandal and Ravens march through combine
We are a week away from the tampering period of NFL free agency and Luke Jones and I continue to read the purple tea leaves about Justin Tucker, Mark Andrews and Ronnie Stanley as the Baltimore Ravens try to run, hide, tuck and roll during an NFL investigation in Owings Mills.
How long can the Ravens tuck and hide?
We are a week away from the tampering period of NFL free agency and Luke Jones and Nestor continue to read the purple tea leaves about Justin Tucker, Mark Andrews and Ronnie Stanley as the Baltimore Ravens try to run, hide, tuck and roll during an NFL investigation in Owings Mills.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the fountain and fire of Alex Ovechkin and the ice of the Justin Tucker scandal
Yes, the Fountain Dive of the 2018 Stanley Cup hangover celebration has been memorialized, but Ovechkin is still not done making memories for Caps fans. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the fire of The Great Eight and the ice of the Justin Tucker scandal in their weekly podcast chat.
The Ovechkin Fountain of Youth and fire on ice with snow on the mountain
Yes, the Fountain Dive of the 2018 Stanley Cup hangover celebration has been memorialized, but Ovechkin is still not done making memories for Caps fans. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the fire of The Great Eight and the ice of the Justin Tucker scandal in their weekly podcast chat.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss DeCosta and Harbaugh words from Indianapolis on Tucker and Ravens offseason plans
As Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh deflected an NFL investigation in their building regarding the Justin Tucker allegations at a combine media cattle call, Luke Jones and Nestor attempt to decipher their Indianapolis words of confidence on a return for Ronnie Stanley, the future of Mark Andrews and what they’ll be looking for in the April draft.
Salary cap number, Stanley optimism bring start of free agency into focus for Ravens
General manager Eric DeCosta expressed optimism about striking a deal with left tackle Ronnie Stanley as the start of free agency looms.
Will the NFL find Tucker scandal to be “serious, concerning” enough for action?
As Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh deflected an NFL investigation in their building regarding the Justin Tucker allegations at a combine media cattle call, Luke Jones and Nestor attempt to decipher their Indianapolis words of confidence on a return for Ronnie Stanley, the future of Mark Andrews and what they’ll be looking for in the April draft.
Dear Eric DeCosta: Do I deserve to be? Is that the question? And if so, who answers?
“Son, have I got a little story for you! Is there something wrong? Well, of course there is. Hey, I’m still alive…just out on the porch. Hear my name. Take a good look. This could be the day.”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts on DeCosta, Harbaugh media sessions in Indianapolis
Baltimore’s general manager and head coach took questions on Justin Tucker and other topics at the NFL scouting combine.
DeCosta calls Tucker allegations “serious, concerning” as Ravens wait on NFL’s investigation
“We’ll wait as patiently as we can for as much information as we can. We’ll make our decisions based on that.”
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens pathway to combine in Indianapolis and future of key veterans as NFL offseason begins
Because we know you miss football and need the best insights and analysis of the Baltimore Ravens offseason and a look ahead to this week’s Indianapolis circus and combine. Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio go a little deeper tissue than just Justin Tucker for Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh as the national media comes asking questions about Ronnie Stanley and, maybe, even Mark Andrews. Let the NFL season begin!
Will Ravens be on the Mark, Justin time for Indy combine? We have questions…
Because we know you miss football and need the best insights and analysis of the Baltimore Ravens offseason and a look ahead to this week’s Indianapolis circus and combine. Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio go a little deeper tissue than just Justin Tucker for Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh as the national media comes asking questions about Ronnie Stanley and, maybe, even Mark Andrews. Let the NFL season begin!
Five young players from which Ravens need more in 2025
After beginning 2024 as a starter, Andrew Vorhees lost the left guard job after hurting his ankle in Week 3.
Pondering Ravens’ potential 2025 salary cap cuts, adjustments, or trades
The release of safety Marcus Williams is all but official after a contract restructure made late last season.
Ravens reserve guard Ben Cleveland arrested for DUI in Georgia
The 2021 third-round pick is set to become an unrestricted free agent next month.
Reviewing Ravens’ rookie class after 2024 season
Second-round pick Roger Rosengarten led all Baltimore rookies in snaps played as he started 14 games.
Watching Super Bowl LIX highlights Ravens’ Ronnie Stanley dilemma
Kansas City’s weakness at left tackle was exposed by a dominant Philadelphia defensive front.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar Jackson and MVPs and Hall of Fame
Josh Allen looked happy to win his first NFL MVP Award while we all know that Lamar Jackson has his eyes on a bigger prize – even if he deserved his third trophy for the league’s best player. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss “most valuable” and voters and All-Pro Awards and “Honors” TV shows that are dreadful. And the Canton knocks of glory that didn’t come (just yet) for Yanda and Suggs.
The disrespect of MVP snub will only serve to motivate Lamar – even more
Josh Allen looked happy to win his first NFL MVP Award while we all know that Lamar Jackson has his eyes on a bigger prize – even if he deserved his third trophy for the league’s best player. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss “most valuable” and voters and All-Pro Awards and “Honors” TV shows that are dreadful. And the Canton knocks of glory that didn’t come (just yet) for Yanda and Suggs.
Suggs, Yanda not getting Hall call in first year isn’t surprising nor worthy of concern
As great as Marshal Yanda and Terrell Suggs were, they weren’t in the same first-ballot class as Jonathan Ogden, Ray Lewis, or Ed Reed.
Lamar Jackson edged by Buffalo’s Josh Allen for 2024 NFL MVP
Despite a superior statistical season, the Ravens quarterback was denied his third MVP award by the Associated Press.
Tampa football HOF voter Ira Kaufman brings Nestor sage insights on Yanda, Suggs and Smith going to Canton
Over the past three weeks, we’ve welcomed several members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame selection committee onto the show to discuss the candidacies of Marshal Yanda, Terrell Suggs and Steve Smith Sr. Meet Tampa football sportswriter Ira Kaufman, who brings his usual sage insights on what Yanda might be the first to enter the bust room in Canton.
Making the Canton case for Marshal Yanda in bronze
Over the past three weeks, we’ve welcomed several members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame selection committee onto the show to discuss the candidacies of Marshal Yanda, Terrell Suggs and Steve Smith Sr. Meet Tampa football sportswriter Ira Kaufman, who brings his usual sage insights on what Yanda might be the first to enter the bust room in Canton.
Coaching changes reflect Ravens not wanting 2024 defensive problems to resurface
After facing issues in the secondary and at inside linebacker in 2024, Baltimore has revamped its defensive coaching staff.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss second wave of Baltimore Banner reporting on Justin Tucker massage scandal and Ravens reaction
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss second wave of Baltimore Banner reporting on Justin Tucker massage scandal and Ravens reaction
