Sporting the purple culture of fall and Halloween
Our Sporticulture pal and Ravens fan Cort Smith talks pumpkins and Lamar Jackson and fun sports novelty items. Oh, and his real gig growing beautiful flowers in Howard County with his family.
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Jackson says Ravens “all good because we’ve got ‘Big Al'” in place of injured Stanley
Though sad for Ronnie Stanley, Lamar Jackson expressed full confidence in Alejandro Villanueva holding down the left tackle spot for the rest of 2021.
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Ravens’ Andrews plans on “going off” for National Tight End Day on Sunday
Mark Andrews aims to continue his strong start to 2021 against Cincinnati on Sunday.
Harbaugh on Stanley’s ankle requiring another surgery: “It just didn’t work out”
The Ravens head coach acknowledged concerns about the former Pro Bowl left tackle regaining his pre-injury form in 2022.
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Bozeman, Murray among Ravens players absent from Wednesday’s practice
Starting center Bradley Bozeman missed much of the second half of Sunday’s win over the Chargers with a back injury.
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Veteran tight end Boyle designated to return to Ravens practice
Nick Boyle will now begin a maximum 21-day practice window in hopes of returning to game action.
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Running back Le’Veon Bell promoted to Ravens’ 53-man roster
The former Pittsburgh Steeler and three-time Pro Bowl selection scored his first touchdown of the season in the win over the Chargers.
Ravens left tackle Stanley undergoes season-ending surgery on troublesome ankle
The 2019 All-Pro originally injured his left ankle last Nov. 1, two days after signing a $98.5 million contract extension.
Harbaugh says moving Bynes into Ravens lineup “settled everybody into a good place”
The Baltimore coach discussed the decision to start Josh Bynes at Mike linebacker and move Patrick Queen to the Will spot.
Luke Jones and Nestor dish out praise for Ravens offensive attack in big win over Chargers
Luke Jones and Nestor dish out praise for Ravens offensive attack in big win over Chargers
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Twelve Ravens thoughts following Week 6 win over Chargers
Luke Jones offers his latest musings after Baltimore improved to 5-1 for the fourth time in team history.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss memorable defensive effort from Ravens in rout over Chargers
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss memorable defensive effort from Ravens in rout over Chargers
Freeman, Bell, Murray all find end zone as Ravens gash Chargers with run
Devonta Freeman had his best game as a Raven in Sunday’s blowout victory.
Two years later, Bynes moves back into lineup to calm Ravens’ inside linebacker woes
“I love this place. My heart is through-and-through purple. And no matter where I was, I always tried to take things I learned here and take it to every place I’ve been.”
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Ravens change up defensive picture emphatically in 34-6 drubbing of Chargers
Two lineup changes made a difference in a dominant performance by the Baltimore defense on Sunday.
Elliott shines in return as Ravens defense overwhelms Herbert, Chargers
The Baltimore safety registered a sack and the first interception of his four-year NFL career.
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Ravens’ Jackson surpasses Marino for most wins under age 25
Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore ground game were too much for the Chargers defense to handle on Sunday.
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Harbaugh discusses complete effort in Ravens’ dominant 34-6 win over Chargers
A highly anticipated AFC showdown never materialized as Baltimore dominated from start to finish.
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A Ravens offense that is doing almost everything well right now
It hasn’t been easy getting to 5-1 but it’s clear that the Baltimore Ravens are a Super Bowl contender in the AFC. Luke Jones and Nestor dish out praise for the continuing growth of Lamar Jackson and the Ravens offensive attack in big win over Chargers.
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Ravens-Chargers: Five predictions for Sunday
Baltimore aims to win its fifth straight game on Sunday afternoon.
Jeff Mohler and Nestor discuss leadership and Lamar and the disgrace of Jon Gruden in the NFL
Jeff Mohler and Nestor discuss leadership and Lamar and the disgrace of Jon Gruden in the NFL
Bateman expected to debut, Watkins out for Ravens against Chargers
The 27th overall pick in this year’s draft, wide receiver Rashod Bateman is set to make his NFL debut on Sunday.
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Ravens defense still waiting on struggling inside linebackers to step up
John Harbaugh and Wink Martindale expressed the need to see more from Patrick Queen and Malik Harrison this week.
Could Matt Stover have ever made a 66-yard field goal?
The original and long-time kicker of the Baltimore Ravens joins Nestor for a spirited, scientific look at how in the world Justin Tucker kicks these field goals. Always a Weis conversation when Matt Stover joins the debate.
Don Mohler and Nestor do The Recon on the wonders of Lamar and the disgrace of Gruden
Don Mohler and Nestor do The Recon on the wonders of Lamar and the disgrace of Gruden
Martindale says Chargers QB Herbert can “throw a strawberry through a battleship”
In addition to discussing Justin Herbert’s arm talent, the Ravens defensive coordinator discussed his unit’s need for improvement ahead of a tough matchup.
Despite winning outcomes, Roman says Ravens “still want to start faster” in games
“Every game plays out differently, and that’s something that we really want to improve on.”
Marquise Brown describes Bart Scott’s criticism as “foolishness”
The Ravens wide receiver took exception to the former Baltimore linebacker saying he wouldn’t start for other contenders around the NFL.
How does the NFL operate when no one is watching?
Everyone watches the games on weekends. But Jeff Mohler and Nestor wonder who is leading the leadership when the lights are off and the likes of Jon Gruden, Urban Meyer and Daniel Snyder are sending the emails and calling the shots.
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss NFL leadership and falling asleep on Monday Night Football madness
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss NFL leadership and falling asleep on Monday Night Football madness
The wonders of Lamar and the disgrace of Gruden in split screen
This week, The Recon “sticks to sports” with plenty of excitement locally and an excruciating story unfolding with hate speech and NFL leadership. Don Mohler and Nestor Aparicio debate in their usual style in their weekly podcast.
You didn’t fall asleep when Ravens were losing 22-3? Did you?
Our favorite roofing C.E.O. pal Bill Cole admits the formerly unadmittable about Lamar’s Monday Night miracle. Oh, and a few words about Jon Gruden and leadership and the future of the NFL.
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Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of Week 6 clash with Los Angeles Chargers
One of the NFL’s budding young stars, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert will make his first visit to Baltimore.
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Jackson sits out Thursday’s Ravens practice due to illness
Baltimore’s star quarterback has now missed at least one practice in three of the last four weeks.
Brandon Williams says Ravens defense needs to “calm ourselves down” to improve tackling
“Sometimes we just get too crazy and just start running like a chicken with their head cut off.”
Harbaugh knows Justin Herbert’s “tremendous arm strength” will be challenge for Ravens
“I’ve never seen him throw in-person yet. … I’m looking forward to it, kind of, sort of, I guess.”
Billick: On the improvement of Lamar Jackson in the passing game
Our Super Bowl-winning head coach on behalf of The Living Classrooms Foundation, Brian Billick joins Nestor to discuss the emerging passing game and measurable improvement of Lamar Jackson as Ravens continue to win.
Brian Billick joins Nestor to discuss the emerging passing game and improvement of Lamar Jackson
Brian Billick joins Nestor to discuss the emerging passing game and improvement of Lamar Jackson
Jackson calls latest AFC weekly honor “a team effort at the end of the day”
The Ravens quarterback was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his record-setting performance in Monday’s victory.
Watkins, Stanley absent Wednesday as Ravens shift attention to Chargers
Wide receiver Sammy Watkins exited in the second quarter of Monday’s game with a hamstring injury.
