Leaving the NFL beat but not beaten down
Our longtime pal and former Chargers, Raiders and Cowboys beat writer Michael Gehlken discusses why he left locker rooms and the sports journalism industry and NFL grind after 15 years to be a father.
Ravens
Doug Lloyd of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor what’s it’s like calling big winners with big prizes
Doug Lloyd of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor what’s it’s like to the one who contacts and calls the big jackpot winners to deliver the great news that sometimes they don’t even believe. And the Home Run Riches summer of big Orioles bombs!
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 2 meeting with Las Vegas
Baltimore looks to avoid its first 0-2 start since the 2015 season.
Our genius sports cartoonist pal Ricig joins Nestor to keep hope alive for an Orioles championship parade
It is no secret that lifer sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano is Nestor’s oldest friend in Baltimore media. They discuss the 40th anniversary of their friendship and the folding of Sportsf1rst and The News American and how the sports scene in Baltimore has inspired them both for a lifetime at Koco’s Pub as the Orioles and Ravens threaten another championship parade down Pratt Street.
Former NFL fullback Merril Hoge talks tailgating and running the ball with Nestor.
Our old NFL Films pal and former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Merril Hoge talks tailgating and how the Ravens need to manage a unique offensive attack with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry.
Given Raiders pedigree and talent, the Ravens better be 1-1 on Sunday night
As a hefty 9-point favorite at home against the woeful Las Vegas Raiders, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the importance of the Ravens’ running game and getting win before heading to Dallas, entertaining Buffalo and going to Cincinnati as the schedule promises to stiffen after Gardner Minshew.
Mark Viviano finally tells Nestor the whole back story of his scoop of Browns coming to Baltimore in 1995
Mark Viviano finally tells Nestor the whole back story of his scoop of Browns coming to Baltimore in 1995
Bill Cole and Nestor debate why Baltimoreans don’t go to College Park for Terps football games
Bill Cole and Nestor debate why more Baltimoreans don’t go to College Park for Terps football games in the era of big money, Big 10 action.
Wiggins out, Van Noy questionable for Ravens’ home opener against Las Vegas
Rookie first-round cornerback Nate Wiggins was involved in a car accident earlier this week, which will sideline him for Sunday.
Kyle Van Noy “feeling good, feeling optimistic” after orbital bone fracture in Week 1
Kyle Van Noy “feeling good, feeling optimistic” after orbital bone fracture in Week 1
John Harbaugh discusses Nate Wiggins getting into car accident earlier this week
John Harbaugh discusses Nate Wiggins getting into car accident earlier this week
Former NFL fullback Merril Hoge talks tailgating and running the ball with Nestor
Our old NFL Films pal and former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Merril Hoge talks tailgating and how the Ravens need to manage a unique offensive attack with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry.
Hitting it big when the Orioles do..
Doug Lloyd of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor what’s it’s like to the one who contacts and calls the big jackpot winners to deliver the great news that sometimes they don’t even believe. And the Home Run Riches summer of big Orioles bombs!
Luke Jones and Nestor preview Raiders at Ravens and ways to get offense and Lamar going
As a hefty 9-point favorite at home against the woeful Las Vegas Raiders, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the importance of the Ravens’ running game and getting win before heading to Dallas, entertaining Buffalo and going to Cincinnati as the schedule promises to stiffen after Gardner Minshew.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles mediocre baseball and waiting on better health and more big hits
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles mediocre baseball and waiting on better health and more big hits
Mark Viviano joins Nestor and Ricig to discuss Baltimore sports media history and impact
After three decades of being media colleagues in Baltimore, former WJZ sports director Mark Viviano finally joins Nestor and Ko-host Ricig at Koco’s Pub for a candid chat about Baltimore sports journalism – past, present and future. And last October in Arlington when WNST had its media access threatened by the Orioles and his best advice.
Chris Horton not concerned over Justin Tucker’s recent misses from 50-plus yards
Chris Horton not concerned over Justin Tucker’s recent misses from 50-plus yards
Isaiah Likely labels Week 1 performance “incomplete” after coming up excruciatingly short on final play
Isaiah Likely labels Week 1 performance “incomplete” after coming up excruciatingly short on final play
The current mediocrity of the Orioles drones on…
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles mediocre baseball and waiting on better health and more big hits as the Birds head to Detroit in second place in the AL East.
When is the last time you went to a Terps game?
Bill Cole and Nestor debate why more Baltimoreans don’t go to College Park for Terps football games in the era of big money, Big 10 action.
Kyle Hamilton says Ravens defense eager to rebound from tough Week 1 showing
Kyle Hamilton says Ravens defense eager to rebound from tough Week 1 showing
Lamar Jackson unconcerned about high number of carries — and hits taken — in season opener
Lamar Jackson unconcerned about high number of carries — and hits taken — in season opener
Marcella Knight and Eric Campbell serve Nestor first oyster of his Maryland Oyster Tour at Koco’s Pub
Marcella Knight and Eric Campbell serve Nestor first oyster of his Maryland Oyster Tour at Koco’s Pub
Lamar Jackson returns to practice as Ravens continue ramping up for home opener
The reigning MVP quarterback wasn’t even listed on Wednesday’s injury report after sitting out Monday.
Nnamdi Madubuike talks name change and expectations ahead of Ravens’ home opener
Nnamdi Madubuike talks name change and expectations ahead of Ravens’ home opener
John Harbaugh looks ahead to Ravens’ Week 2 matchup with Las Vegas
John Harbaugh looks ahead to Ravens’ Week 2 matchup with Las Vegas
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles pitching hopes after another strong Albert Suarez effort at Fenway
On a night when the Orioles’ bats awakened, it was the arm of Albert Suarez that continues to get the job done in a September pennant race. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles’ overall pitching hopes after another strong start from the Venezuelan righty at Fenway Park.
John Kneisly gives Nestor a Heads & Tails 5K Doggie Dash delivery for Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce event on September 22
Local insurance specialist and Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commer John Kneisly joined Nestor to discussed various community events and initiatives, including the 5K Run, Walk, and Doggy Dash on September 22, which supports Reed’s Rescue, a dog rescue organization.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss college football kickoff and Ravens thud in Kansas City
Our money guy Leonard Raskin spends his weekends holed down with college football. And what a weekend it was from a South Bend surprise from an old Ravens coach to College Park where Coach Locksley didn’t like what he saw against Michigan State. Something to take our minds off the Kansas City loss and 10 days before the Raiders arrive. A little chat about Saturdays in Maryland…
Mark Viviano steps out of retirement at Koco’s to tell Nestor his amazing broadcasting journey
Mark Viviano steps out of retirement at Koco’s to tell Nestor his amazing broadcasting journey
Give the ball to the strong-armed Venezuelan!
On a night when the Orioles’ bats awakened, it was the arm of Albert Suarez that continues to get the job done in a September pennant race. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles’ overall pitching hopes after another strong start from the Venezuelan righty at Fenway Park.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss offensive line play of Ravens and needs against Raiders
After the first look at the new and younger (and cheaper) offensive line of the Baltimore Ravens, Luke Jones and Nestor can only say it needs to improve for the running and passing game of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry to be truly effective.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss NFL surprises and storylines as Week 1 kicks off a long season
After watching three decades of Ravens football here in Baltimore, we aren’t the kind to overreact to a 27-20 loss to the World Champion Kansas City Chiefs to start the season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the surprises and storylines as Week 1 kicks off a long season.
The genius of Ricig and getting inside the mind of a sports cartoonist (and journalist)
It is no secret that lifer sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano is Nestor’s oldest friend in Baltimore media. They discuss the 40th anniversary of their friendship and the folding of Sportsf1rst and The News American and how the sports scene in Baltimore has inspired them both for a lifetime at Koco’s Pub as the Orioles and Ravens threaten another championship parade down Pratt Street.
So the Ravens are 0-1? So is half the league…
After watching three decades of Ravens football here in Baltimore, we aren’t the kind to overreact to a 27-20 loss to the World Champion Kansas City Chiefs to start the season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the surprises and storylines as Week 1 kicks off a long season.
Telling the folks at Koco’s Pub in Lauraville why the world loves them so much
It’s been a rough summer for our friends at Koco’s Pub with HVAC and crazy electrical failures on the city grid. But when you’re beloved like them, the world comes in for a social media crab cake rescue on hot summer nights. Let Marcella Knight and Eric Campbell tell you about Lauraville love while they serve Nestor the first oyster of his Maryland Oyster Tour.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles loss at Fenway and Lamar Jackson off the practice field
Our intrepid sports reporter Luke Jones spent Monday on the practice field of Owings Mills wondering where Lamar Jackson was and then watched the Orioles take another beating at Fenway. We thought September was supposed to be fun? Luke joined Nestor for a discussion about finding pitching and the youth of Jackson Holliday.
On college football and going to College Park to watch the Terps
Our money guy Leonard Raskin spends his weekends holed down with college football. And what a weekend it was from a South Bend surprise from an old Ravens coach to College Park where Coach Locksley can’t like what he sees. Something to take our minds off the Kansas City loss and 10 days before the Raiders arrive.
Like a spirit in the night, watching Eddie Vedder watch Bruce Springsteen as they converge in Baltimore
Nestor was once Down Under with The Boss and saw Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band three times inside of a week…then Eddie Vedder showed up in the pit in Brisbane! Could it happen in Baltimore this week?
Things are going to need to be a whole lot better on offensive line for Ravens to move ball
After the first look at the new and younger (and cheaper) offensive line of the Baltimore Ravens, Luke Jones and Nestor can only say it needs to improve for the running and passing game of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry to be truly effective.
