John Harbaugh “very optimistic about Lamar Jackson’s status for Ravens-Steelers showdown
John Harbaugh “very optimistic about Lamar Jackson’s status for Ravens-Steelers showdown
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Anything can happen in Pittsburgh
It’s the biggest game of the year and it’s come down to Baltimore at Pittsburgh for the AFC crown. The Ravens are a 3 1/2-point favorite to beat the Steelers and host a playoff game after a 1-5 start and a wild weekend for Derrick Henry in Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers without D.K. Metcalf in Cleveland. Nothing makes sense. But here’s what we do know…
The drama of Ravens at Steelers builds (again) as frustrated franchises fear failure fallout
The plot for the battle for the AFC North title at The Confluence on Sunday night thickens with daily reports about the health of Lamar Jackson and T.J. Watt – and the pending doom for the losing franchise, coach and quarterback. Will Graves of The Associated Press in Pittsburgh returns as the defending champion of Steelers knowledge and brings the full color of the Ravens and black and gold drama into focus with Nestor.
Jackson practices fully as Ravens “very optimistic” for Week 18 status in Pittsburgh
Lamar Jackson was a full participant on Wednesday, a good sign for his availability in Sunday’s AFC North title game.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor end and begin the year with Ravens thoughts for future
It’s been quite a slog for everyone involved in the Baltimore Ravens organization in 2025. Leonard Raskin and Nestor take a real assessment of the end of a football season and the beginning of the playoffs and another chance for the men of John Harbaugh to redeem themselves – and their turbulent season – in Pittsburgh.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss turbulent seasons of Ravens and Steelers and sudden end in Pittsburgh for one franchise
It’s the biggest game of the year and it’s come down to Baltimore at Pittsburgh for the AFC crown. The Ravens are a 3 1/2-point favorite to beat the Steelers and host a playoff game after a 1-5 start and a wild weekend for Derrick Henry in Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers without D.K. Metcalf in Cleveland. Nothing makes sense. But here’s what we do know…
Big stakes on Sunday night for Ravens and Steelers coaches, QBs and franchises
It feels like more than just two mediocre teams with legendary stability and pedigree battling for an AFC North title in Pittsburgh on Sunday night. Luke Jones and Nestor assess the big stakes of Ravens at Steelers for coaches, quarterbacks and the offseason trajectory of the franchises given the long tenure and tumultuous seasons of John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin. And now Lamar is gonna play, too!
The magic Batch and make-up of a backup quarterback who can win a big game off the bench
Former Steelers QB Charlie Batch returns in advance of the Ravens return to Pittsburgh in a battle for the AFC North crown to give Nestor insights on the final stand of Aaron Rodgers, the Lamar Jackson injury and ways that the favored Ravens can come to The Confluence and eliminate Mike Tomlin with Derrick Henry pounding the ball and Snoop Huntley playing the quiet reserve role that he once made famous in the Steel City.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 17 victory at Green Bay
Baltimore signed Derrick Henry for that exact kind of game on Saturday night.
Saving a lost season still possible for Harbaugh and Ravens in Pittsburgh
It’s been quite a slog for everyone involved in the Baltimore Ravens organization in 2025. Leonard Raskin and Nestor take a real assessment of the end of a football season and the beginning of the playoffs and another chance for the men of John Harbaugh to redeem themselves – and their turbulent season – in Pittsburgh.
Lamar Jackson’s status for Ravens-Steelers winner-take-all showdown “to be determined”
Head coach John Harbaugh said Baltimore would “know a lot more on Wednesday” regarding Jackson’s chances of playing Sunday night.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all of the trappings of a Ravens at Pittsburgh game with AFC North at stake
What a wild holiday weekend and big finish ahead for the AFC North crown! Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all of the trappings of a Ravens at Steelers game on Sunday night at The Confluence with the loser going home and the winner hosting a playoff game.
And we’re back off to Pittsburgh for all the AFC North marbles
What a wild holiday weekend and big finish ahead for the AFC North crown! Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all of the trappings of a Ravens at Steelers game on Sunday night at The Confluence with the loser going home and the winner hosting a playoff game.
Pittsburgh’s loss keeps Ravens’ playoff hopes alive, sets up AFC North title game Sunday night
Baltimore received a late Christmas gift from the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon.
Impressive offensive showing in Green Bay leaves Ravens wondering what could have been
Baltimore earned a “heart-defining” win on Saturday, but faulty thinking leading to that point was the problem.
Henry, Huntley lead Ravens to 41-24 win in Green Bay to keep playoff hopes alive — for now
Derrick Henry carried a career-high 36 times for 216 yards and four touchdowns in Saturday’s victory.
Tyler Huntley steps in for injured Lamar Jackson to help lead Ravens to Week 17 victory
Tyler Huntley steps in for injured Lamar Jackson to help lead Ravens to Week 17 victory
Derrick Henry rushes career-high 36 times for 216 yards and four touchdowns in Saturday’s win in Green Bay
Derrick Henry rushes career-high 36 times for 216 yards and four touchdowns in Saturday’s win in Green Bay
John Harbaugh breaks down “heart-defining” win for Ravens to keep playoff hopes alive going into Sunday
John Harbaugh breaks down “heart-defining” win for Ravens to keep playoff hopes alive going into Sunday
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 17 trip to Green Bay
With Lamar Jackson officially doubtful, Tyler Huntley is set to make his second start of the season on Saturday night.
Ravens list Lamar Jackson as doubtful to play in Green Bay on Saturday night
Baltimore’s star quarterback hasn’t practiced all week after hurting his back in last Sunday’s loss to New England.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens standing in NFL as season withers against Patriots
Most oddsmakers have the Baltimore Ravens’ playoff chances at less than 10% heading into Christmas weekend and a Saturday night “stay alive” game with the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the reality that the franchise is far from “one player away” from a real Super Bowl run with this roster. The offseason is coming soon…
The purple reality of disappointment
Most oddsmakers have the Baltimore Ravens’ playoff chances at less than 10% heading into Christmas weekend and a Saturday night “stay alive” game with the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the reality that the franchise is far from “one player away” from a real Super Bowl run with this roster. The offseason is coming soon…
Hamilton, five other Ravens players voted to Pro Bowl
Star safety Kyle Hamilton was voted to his third Pro Bowl in four seasons.
John Harbaugh on questions about future with Ravens: “I try to do the job, not try to keep the job”
John Harbaugh on questions about future with Ravens: “I try to do the job, not try to keep the job”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 16 loss to New England
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore saw its playoff hopes plummet on Sunday night.
Back injury knocks Lamar Jackson out of Sunday’s Ravens loss, leaving Week 17 status unclear
The star quarterback took a knee to his back late in the second quarter and wasn’t able to return as Baltimore fell to 7-8.
Ravens blow fourth-quarter lead, fall 28-24 to New England to put playoff hopes on life support
Despite losing Lamar Jackson to a back injury late in the first half, Baltimore held an 11-point lead with under 10 minutes to go.
Lamar Jackson discusses his back injury and hopes of being able to return to play in Green Bay
Lamar Jackson discusses his back injury and hopes of being able to return to play in Green Bay
Tyler Huntley discusses replacing injured Lamar Jackson in Sunday night’s loss to Patriots
Tyler Huntley discusses replacing injured Lamar Jackson in Sunday night’s loss to Patriots
Kyle Hamilton discusses disappointment of Ravens defense blowing 11-point lead in fourth quarter
Kyle Hamilton discusses disappointment of Ravens defense blowing 11-point lead in fourth quarter
Derrick Henry on Ravens losing control of playoff path: “It just hasn’t been good enough”
Derrick Henry on Ravens losing control of playoff path: “It just hasn’t been good enough”
John Harbaugh tries to explain why Derrick Henry wasn’t on field for Ravens’ penultimate drive of game
John Harbaugh tries to explain why Derrick Henry wasn’t on field for Ravens’ penultimate drive of game
Lamar Jackson on improving inside red zone: “Just calm down; we’ve been here”
Lamar Jackson on improving inside red zone: “Just calm down; we’ve been here”
Kyle Hamilton says Drake Maye “probably going to be a problem in the league for a long time”
Kyle Hamilton says Drake Maye “probably going to be a problem in the league for a long time”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 16 meeting with New England
Baltimore has one last chance to improve upon its disappointing 3-5 record at home in 2025.
Author Mark Leibovich returns to discuss aftermath of his NFL book Big Game and life as Patriots fan with Nestor
“It’s the best book ever written about the modern National Football League,” so says Nestor about Big Game. And that’s why we love having its author Mark Leibovich back on when his New England Patriots proudly return to Baltimore for some playoff knockout style football. Now with The Atlantic, the longtime political insider for The New York Times is also heavily immersed in Trumplandia and weighs in on the ongoing Epstein saga and the usual D.C. shenanigans.
Ravens list Hamilton questionable, Awuzie doubtful for Sunday night clash with New England
Kyle Hamilton showed up on Friday’s injury report with an ankle injury casting some uncertainty on his Week 16 status.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Steelers role in Ravens fate as Patriots await in Baltimore
The Baltimore Ravens have their hands full with the New England Patriots here this week and the Green Bay Packers awaiting on the frozen tundra next Saturday night after Santa arrives. But, will the Pittsburgh Steelers play the Grinch once again? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all eyes on the NFL holiday slate as the rematch awaits on January 4th at The Confluence.
Tavius Robinson excited to add versatility to Ravens pass rush late in season
Tavius Robinson excited to add versatility to Ravens pass rush late in season
