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.”
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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.”
Ivan Bates discusses Gun Trace Task Force and his campaign for Baltimore City State’s Attorney
Ivan Bates discusses Gun Trace Task Force and his campaign for Baltimore City State’s Attorney
Delegate Luke Clippinger discusses walk through 46th District on campaign trail from Luna Del Sea
Delegate Luke Clippinger discusses walk through 46th District on campaign trail from Luna Del Sea
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.
Discussing two decades of downtown deliciousness and crab cakes with Tony Assadi at Luna Del Sea
Discussing two decades of downtown deliciousness and crab cakes with Tony Assadi at Luna Del Sea
Hannah Gratti of Weis Markets gets Nestor hungry for the grill on Father’s Day
Hannah Gratti of Weis Markets gets Nestor hungry for the grill on Father’s Day
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.”
Ivan Bates makes his case in the race for State’s Attorney in Baltimore County
Ivan Bates discusses Gun Trace Task Force and his campaign for Baltimore City State’s Attorney
Talking a long walk through East Baltimore campaign trail with Clippinger
Delegate Luke Clippinger discusses his 19-mile walk through the 46th District on campaign trail from Luna Del Sea and the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
Two decades of downtown excellence at Luna Del Sea
Discussing two decades of downtown deliciousness and crab cakes with Tony Assadi at Luna Del Sea
Twelve Ravens thoughts following final open OTA workout
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings before mandatory minicamp kicks off on June 14.
Mandy Snyder educates Nestor about the local power of Junior Achievement for young citizens
Mandy Snyder educates Nestor about the local power of Junior Achievement for young citizens
Shafiyq Hinton tells Nestor and Don about his council campaign in 6th District of Baltimore County
Shafiyq Hinton tells Nestor and Don about his council campaign in 6th District of Baltimore County
Don and Nestor discuss sensible solutions for the gun issues in America on The Recon
Don and Nestor discuss sensible solutions for the gun issues in America on The Recon
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
Bruce Posner tells Nestor the lore and legend of the undefeated Maryland Terps NCAA lacrosse crown
Bruce Posner tells Nestor the lore and legend of the undefeated Maryland Terps NCAA lacrosse crown
Challenging folks to find the best crab cake this fall in Laurel
When Nestor set out to eat every crab cake he knew the judging and prizes would come next. Let local networking guru Doug Butschky tell you about his Crab Cake Challenge in Laurel in September.
