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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
NFL player turned broadcaster Ross Tucker talks Lamar, King Henry and long offseason for Ravens after disappointment
Former NFL offensive lineman-turned-broadcast Ross Tucker has called as many football games as anyone this season and joins Nestor to discuss the tough exit for the Ravens and Lamar Jackson, and the difficulty of being the player who drops the ball with the game on the line. He also brings a special Valentine’s Day message.
Has Justin Tucker kicked his last kick for the Baltimore Ravens?
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the second wave of reporting from The Baltimore Banner as three more women have forward with credible stories regarding what is now a Justin Tucker massage scandal – and when and the how Baltimore Ravens will react. And, perhaps more importantly, did anyone in Owings Mills know about this over the last decade while he was on the field kicking field goals?
Football author and HOF voter Jason Cole joins Nestor to discuss Revolution of Lamar Jackson and future of Ravens in Canton on ballot
Football author and HOF voter Jason Cole joins Nestor to discuss Revolution of Lamar Jackson and future of Ravens in Canton on ballot
Ravens kicker Justin Tucker accused of inappropriate sexual behavior during massages
Responding to the Baltimore Banner report, Tucker issued a statement calling the accusations “unequivocally false”
Ross Tucker: Lamar hasn’t played his best football in January
Former NFL offensive lineman-turned-broadcast Ross Tucker has called as many football games as anyone this season and joins Nestor to discuss the tough exit for the Ravens and Lamar Jackson, and the difficulty of being the player who drops the ball with the game on the line. He also brings a special Valentine’s Day message.
The mistakes of January lead to a long offseason
As one of many Pro Football Hall of Fame voters we’ll have on Baltimore Positive this month, NFL historian and author Jason Cole returns to discuss the candidacies of Marshal Yanda, Terrell Suggs and Steve Smith Sr. as well as what the Ravens need to do to make the next step from January into February. And of course, the Chiefs’ attempt at the unprecedented three in a row in New Orleans.
Sizing up the Ravens’ 2025 class of free agents
Ronnie Stanley is regarded as one of the NFL’s top free agents after enjoying the healthiest season of his nine-year career.
Former defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano returns to Ravens as senior secondary coach
The 64-year-old was on John Harbaugh’s staff from 2008-11 before becoming the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts entering 2025 offseason
General manager Eric DeCosta and Baltimore go back to the drawing board after again falling short in January.
Monken, Ravens reportedly nearing contract extension for “3.0” offense
Offensive coordinator Todd Monken guided a record-setting 2024 season for Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore offense.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss a week of exhaustive football and the weak aftermath of Ravens exit in Buffalo
In their weekly gathering of mutual Baltimore sports fandom, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss a week of exhaustive football. From his Ohio State Buckeyes pride, to the despair of the drop of Mark Andrews in Buffalo and now realizing the Washington Football Team is sixty minutes away from a Super Bowl – or the Eagles from another one! And a deeper dive here on accountability to the fans by a professional athlete after a bad beat.
Jackson, Henry headline list of PFWA honors for 2024 Ravens
Earlier this week, Lamar Jackson was named MVP by the Pro Football Writers of America for the third time in his career.
Pro Football HOF voter John McClain joins Nestor from Houston to discuss next year for Lamar and Stroud in chasing Super Bowl ring
Super Bowl week, Hall of Fame, Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, Ravens season, NFL playoffs, Mark Andrews, Eli Manning, Pro Football Hall, Terrell Suggs, Steve Smith, Marshall Yanda, Chiefs defense, Patrick Mahomes, Super Bowl predictions
Accountability and the agony of defeat
In their weekly gathering of mutual Baltimore sports fandom, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss a week of exhaustive football. From his Ohio State Buckeyes pride, to the despair of the drop of Mark Andrews in Buffalo and now realizing the Washington Football Team is sixty minutes away from a Super Bowl – or the Eagles from another one! And a deeper dive here on accountability to the fans by a professional athlete after a bad beat.
Andrews breaks post-Buffalo silence; two Ravens named as Pro Bowl replacements
Three-time Pro Bowl tight end Mark Andrews took to Instagram to reflect on his nightmare performance in Buffalo.
Greg Cosell of NFL Films takes Nestor through passes and runs of Lamar and Ravens offense with King Henry
Now that season has ended all-too-abruptly, we reach to all of the greatest football minds we know to discuss the Baltimore Ravens’ historic-but-truncated run at a Super Bowl with the unique offense of Todd Monken. Greg Cosell of NFL Films takes Nestor through the passes and runs of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry with some insights from the eye in the sky and the master of The Matchup.
State of Ravens both blessing and curse as Super Bowl still eludes them
“We’re all disappointed. Our team is disappointed. We had higher aspirations, and we didn’t achieve those aspirations and goals.”
The Legend of Lamar and his need for a Super Bowl ring
Football historian and Pro Football Hall of Fame voter Howard Balzer joins Nestor after another lost January for the Baltimore Ravens to discuss their historic offense and the long road of MVP quarterbacks who struggled to win a Super Bowl in the early years in the NFL. And with Marshal Yanda, Terrell Suggs and Steve Smith Sr. up for Canton busts, we ask the venerable committee member to tell us how it works.
DeCosta disappointed Ravens didn’t play deeper into January, but optimism persists moving forward
“We had higher aspirations, and we didn’t achieve those higher aspirations and goals.”
Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh offer thoughts on 2024 Ravens and coming offseason
Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh offer thoughts on 2024 Ravens and coming offseason
Greg Cosell: “There’s no problem with Lamar Jackson and nothing wrong with Ravens offense”
Now that season has ended all-too-abruptly, we reach to all of the greatest football minds we know to discuss the Baltimore Ravens’ historic-but-truncated run at a Super Bowl with the unique offense of Todd Monken. Greg Cosell of NFL Films takes Nestor through the passes and runs of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry with some insights from the eye in the sky and the master of The Matchup.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following divisional-round playoff loss at Buffalo
Another 12 long months await after Baltimore once again failed to break through in the postseason.
Latest gut-wrenching January loss for Ravens leaves loss for words
Another long offseason awaits the Ravens after the latest playoff disappointment.
Andrews drop, three turnovers doom Ravens in 27-25 playoff loss to Buffalo
Lamar Jackson led Baltimore on a late touchdown drive, but Mark Andrews dropped the game-tying 2-point conversion pass.
Roquan Smith on Ravens’ elimination: “We didn’t play good enough to create more memories”
Roquan Smith on Ravens’ elimination: “We didn’t play good enough to create more memories”
Kyle Hamilton on Ravens’ loss to Buffalo: “The chips didn’t fall our way”
Kyle Hamilton on Ravens’ loss to Buffalo: “The chips didn’t fall our way”
Lamar Jackson reflects on frustrating turnovers in Sunday’s divisional-round loss to Buffalo
Lamar Jackson reflects on frustrating turnovers in Sunday’s divisional-round loss to Buffalo
Harbaugh on Ravens’ heartbreaking loss: “We wouldn’t be here without Mark Andrews”
The three-time Pro Bowl tight end didn’t speak to media after his 2-point conversion drop sealed a 27-25 loss to Buffalo.
John Harbaugh discusses disappointment of Ravens’ playoff loss at Buffalo
John Harbaugh discusses disappointment of Ravens’ playoff loss at Buffalo
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of divisional-round clash with Buffalo
Lamar Jackson and Baltimore aim to return to the AFC title game with a win in Orchard Park on Sunday night.
Though much different now, Ravens defense hopes to repeat Week 4 script against Buffalo
“The biggest thing we take away from that is that it can be done. We just have to replicate that success.”
