Twelve Ravens thoughts following most difficult day in franchise history
Luke Jones remembers Tony Siragusa and Jaylon Ferguson.
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Former Ravens great, Super Bowl XXXV champion Tony Siragusa dies at age 55
With an outspoken personality and a 340-pound frame that made him larger than life, “Goose” helped anchor one of the greatest defenses in NFL history.
Purple Reign 1: Chapter 7 The Greatest Defense in The History of The Game
While the 2000 Baltimore Ravens will always receive credit from fans and foes alike for being the team that allowed the fewest points in NFL history – and punctuated that task with a defensive unit shutout in Super Bowl XXXV – only four men can properly put into perspective the pain, the growth and the joy of a group that ultimately captured greatness.
Ravens announce tragic death of outside linebacker Jaylon Ferguson at 26
The 26-year-old was preparing for his fourth NFL season and had taken part in last week’s minicamp.
The Recon: The dust up on January 6th and the careless words of Jack Del Rio in the echo chamber
Don and Nestor discuss the careless words of Jack Del Rio on The Recon
Purple Reign 1: Chapter 6 “No Fooling in April – The War Room Breeds a Champion”
From Ozzie Newsome and Phil Savage, the Ravens dominance began on their first draft day in 1996. Nestor takes you inside that inaugural War Room that netted Jonathan Ogden and Ray Lewis.
Purple Reign 1: Chapter 5 “Canton Comes To Baltimore”
Purple Reign, Chapter 5: “Canton Comes to Baltimore” Nestor recounts what an outpost franchise the Ravens were when Rod Woodson and Shannon Sharpe showed up in Owings Mills
Eight Ravens spring standouts to watch when pads come on during training camp
Luke Jones shares which players he’s looking forward to watching when the action really ramps up in early August.
Purple Reign 1: Chapter 1 “Meet The New Boss”
Purple Reign, Chapter 1: “The Boss Arrives” “Hi, Coach Billick? My name is Nestor Aparicio. I own the all-sports radio station in Baltimore and I’m about to become your new best friend.”
Purple Reign 1: Chapter 4 “Slapdicks, Quarterbacks and Pranks”
Purple Reign, Chapter 4: “Slapdicks, Quarterbacks, and Pranks”. Nestor chronicles the room of Dilfer, Banks and Redman and the Super Bowl XXXV champs that went a month without a TD
Ravens QB coach Urban “could tell in the best way possible” Jackson put in work this offseason
James Urban offered his impressions after getting his first in-person look at Lamar Jackson since the end of last season.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following Day 3 of mandatory minicamp
Luke Jones offers his observations from the final day of spring workouts.
Jackson and Ravens have contract “conversation,” but rest open to interpretation
The star quarterback said the sides are “keeping it private” while falling back on his “having conversations” line multiple times to answer questions.
Harbaugh provides injury updates on final day of Ravens minicamp
The head coach offered an encouraging update on left tackle Ronnie Stanley’s ankle.
Bateman, Proche “embrace” challenge of stepping up in wake of Marquise Brown’s exit
“There’s like rookie receivers everywhere going crazy, and everybody is talking about us. But we embrace it. It’s a challenge.”
Purple Reign 1: Chapter 3 “The Original Birds And The Mean Machine”
Purple Reign, Chapter 3: “The Original Birds and the Mean Machine” Nestor chronicles the very beginning and April 1996 draft with a new name, no colors and no logo – but two future Hall of Famers coming to Baltimore.
Jackson says he’s had contract talks this week, expects to remain with Ravens
The 2019 NFL MVP dismissed the notion that he feels he needs to win a Super Bowl to be worthy of a lucrative extension.
Duvernay on young Ravens receivers needing to step up: “They drafted us for a reason”
“We’re just trying to prove ourselves. We know what we can do. We all believe in each other. No matter what the media says, what other people say, we don’t pay attention to any of that.”
Hewitt excited to see revamped Ravens secondary bring “element of surprise” against opponents
“I’ve always believed in guys that are interchangeable, guys that are able to do different jobs and go out there and go play.”
Madubuike on Calais Campbell’s leadership: “What more can you ask for?”
“He’s a Year 15 guy, so he knows the ins and outs of the National Football League. He’s a great guy, great player, Walter Payton Man of the Year.”
Tee Martin says Ravens wide receivers “have a chip on their shoulder” to prove doubters wrong
“When we don’t draft a wide receiver, what the organization is saying to you is, ‘We brought you here for a reason, and it’s your time.’”
Twelve Ravens thoughts following Day 2 of mandatory minicamp
Rashod Bateman caught a pretty 60-yard touchdown from Lamar Jackson for the play of the day on Wednesday.
Humphrey excited to see how Kyle Hamilton plays in full pads for Ravens
“Everybody can look good in shorts and a t-shirt, so I’m excited for him and all of the other guys that I think are going to be a really big help to us this year.”
Mark Andrews says “sky is the limit” for Bateman entering second year with Ravens
“He’s getting open at the line super, super quick, and then he’s got a burst of speed that people don’t really talk about.”
Campbell on entering 15th NFL season: “God just gave me a pure love for the game”
Once he decided to return in 2022, Calais Campbell said he was confident he would stay with the Ravens.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following Day 1 of mandatory minicamp
Lamar Jackson practiced in Owings Mills for the first time since Dec. 29 of last season.
Ravens, Wolfe part ways after defensive end’s second offseason hip surgery
Baltimore reached an injury settlement with the 32-year-old Derek Wolfe, who hadn’t played since the end of the 2020 season.
Harbaugh says Lamar Jackson’s return “boosted everybody’s spirits a little bit”
The Ravens head coach had nothing but praise for the star quarterback after his first practice in Owings Mills since last December.
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Sizing up the 2022 Ravens roster entering mandatory minicamp
With Lamar Jackson finally reporting to Owings Mills this week, Luke Jones takes a look at the current 90-man roster.
Entering third season, Queen wants to become every-down player for Ravens
“I’m comfortable now. Everything is in a rhythm, so now that I can be in those positions, I can stay on the field all the time now.”
Former undrafted linebacker Orr aims to help Queen realize first-round potential for Ravens
“I honestly believe that [if] he continues to get better, continues to grow, continues to work on the little details, he can be one of the best linebackers in the National Football League.”
New tight ends coach Godsey: “I’ve loved every minute about” being with Ravens
With established veterans and two fourth-round rookies, George Godsey has no shortage of talent in his position group.
Lighter and healthier, Ravens tight end Boyle feels “really, really good right now”
“This whole process for me, going through this whole injury has been a lot. Just staying motivated and just keep working every single day.”
Twelve Ravens thoughts following final open OTA workout
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings before mandatory minicamp kicks off on June 14.
Harbaugh, Ravens ready to welcome back star quarterback Jackson next week
“Lamar Jackson’s a hard worker, so I’m not worried about how hard he’s working. I fully expect him to come back in great shape.”
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss sports, football, practice, America and coming to work in summertime
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss sports, football, practice, America and coming to work in summertime
Ravens sign first-round safety Hamilton to rookie deal, leaving five picks unsigned
Both of Baltimore’s first-round picks are now under contract, leaving just five of the team’s 2022 selections unsigned.
Would you come to work if you didn’t have to?
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss sports, football, practice, America and coming to work in summertime
Marcus Williams hoping to keep opponents guessing facing Ravens secondary
“It’s tough on opposing offenses to not know where you’re going to be at every play. When you go out there, they want to know what position you’re in.”
Twelve Ravens thoughts following second open OTA workout
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings from another day of voluntary organized team activities.
