Ravens can’t give last-place Cleveland any hope in Week 8 meeting
Riding a five-game winning streak, Baltimore faces a 1-6 opponent and is a substantial road favorite on Sunday.
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Caution with injuries and the Browns as Ravens head to Cleveland expected to win big
It’s been a very healthy campaign thus far for the the Baltimore Ravens but this is the first week when the injury report has become a concern. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the short week, potential trade deadline movements and big expectations heading to Cleveland.
Luke Jones and Nestor assess Ravens struggles on defense and injury to Marlon Humphrey after Tampa win
Despite a strong second and third quarter, the Ravens’ defense struggled early and late in what felt like a walkover 41-31 win in Tampa. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for the defense to be more consistent and dynamic, particularly in forcing (and catching) turnovers. They also address defensive vulnerabilities in the secondary with the loss of Marlon Humphrey, who grabbed two interceptions against the Bucs.
Ravens’ defense continues to prove leaky in win over Bucs
Despite a strong second and third quarter, the Ravens’ defense struggled early and late in what felt like a walkover 41-31 win in Tampa. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for the defense to be more consistent and dynamic, particularly in forcing (and catching) turnovers. They also address defensive vulnerabilities in the secondary with the loss of Marlon Humphrey, who grabbed two interceptions against the Bucs.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Washington football fans in Baltimore and future of Lamar and Jayden
After a Sunday afternoon of football with Washington at Baltimore in a meaningful NFL game, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the historical perspective of the region, franchises and the future of Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels.
Thinking through the locals’ Baltimore-Washington NFL “rivalry” as Lamar and Jayden (Round 1) makes national impact
After a Sunday afternoon of football with Washington at Baltimore in a meaningful NFL game, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the historical perspective of the region, franchises and the future of Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels for the position and the sport in Maryland.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defense and Dean Pees addition after Washington win
In the days before the win over the Commanders, the Ravens brought back a sage and a mentor to defensive coordinator Zach Orr to get more productivity and cohesion on the backend. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the pieces of the Ravens defense and the addition of Dean Pees to help a beleaguered secondary that held up against Washington.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss King Henry and royal offense of Lamar Jackson after Washington win
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss King Henry and royal offense of Lamar Jackson after Washington win
Adding a side of Pees to Ravens defense that made strides against Jaylen and Commanders
In the days before the win over the Commanders, the Ravens brought back a sage and a mentor to defensive coordinator Zach Orr to get more productivity and cohesion on the backend. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the pieces of the Ravens defense and the addition of Dean Pees to help a beleaguered secondary that held up against Washington.
So just how good can Ravens offense be with Lamar and King Henry royally meshing?
After having its way all day against the less-than-stellar Washington Commanders defense in a 30-23 home win, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the arrival of King Henry and this royal offense of Lamar Jackson we’re seeing as Todd Monken starts to draw it up and the line starts to gel and block it up. And weapons multiply in the passing attack.
Ravens offense continues rolling in 30-23 win over Washington
Lamar Jackson threw for 300 yards, Derrick Henry rushed for 100 and two touchdowns, and Zay Flowers had a career receiving day in Baltimore’s fourth straight win.
Roquan Smith reflects on Ravens’ defensive performance in 30-23 win over Washington
Roquan Smith reflects on Ravens’ defensive performance in 30-23 win over Washington
Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for Washington coming to Baltimore in Jayden vs. Lamar shootout
We always felt like this should be more of a “rivalry” than a novelty. Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for a high-stakes battle between the team from the south in the burgundy in gold coming to Baltimore to face the Ravens as a 4-1 upstart NFL darling. Should be plenty of offense in this one on Sunday.
The Battle For Maryland is real this time: Jayden vs. Lamar in Baltimore
We always felt like this should be more of a “rivalry” than a novelty. Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for a high-stakes battle between the team from the south in the burgundy in gold coming to Baltimore to face the Ravens as a 4-1 upstart NFL darling. Should be plenty of offense in this one on Sunday.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss deficiencies of Ravens defense and Jayden Daniels coming to Baltimore
After Joe Burrow and the Bengals marched up and down the field at will on Sunday in Cincinnati, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the deficiencies of the Ravens’ defense and the problems young Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders will present for defensive coordinator Zach Orr this week in Baltimore.
Ravens will need to get defensive on Daniels as Washington brings NFL’s newest QB threat to Baltimore
After Joe Burrow and the Bengals marched up and down the field at will on Sunday in Cincinnati, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the deficiencies of the Ravens’ defense and the problems young Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders will present for defensive coordinator Zach Orr this week in Baltimore.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 5 trip to Cincinnati
Will Baltimore keep the AFC North rival Bengals in their early-season hole?
Ravens head to Cincinnati looking to bury Bengals in AFC North basement
Getting you ready for a rare Lamar Jackson vs. Joe Burrow matchup in this twice-a-year series. Luke Jones and Nestor preview the Ravens headed to Cincinnati with an opportunity to strike a blow to any hopes of Bengals prosperity in the AFC North.
Roquan Smith on Ravens-Bengals: “They don’t like us, and we don’t like them”
Roquan Smith on Ravens-Bengals: “They don’t like us, and we don’t like them”
Luke Jones and Nestor preview Ravens and Bengals in crucial AFC North battle in Cincinnati
Getting you ready for a rare Lamar Jackson vs. Joe Burrow matchup in this twice-a-year series. Luke Jones and Nestor preview the Ravens headed to Cincinnati with an opportunity to strike a blow to any hopes of Bengals prosperity in the AFC North.
Luke Jones and Nestor praise Ravens defensive effort in impressive win over Josh Allen and Bills
It took a month to see a full performance for the Baltimore Ravens defense but it was a complete effort in pummeling Bills quarterback Josh Allen and the Buffalo attack. Luke Jones and Nestor praise the men of Zach Orr and discuss Joe Burrow and the Bengals, who await in Cincinnati on Sunday.
No ceiling for Ravens defense after stifling Josh Allen and Bills
It took a month to see a full performance for the Baltimore Ravens defense but it was a complete effort in pummeling Bills quarterback Josh Allen and the Buffalo attack. Luke Jones and Nestor praise the men of Zach Orr and discuss Joe Burrow and the Bengals, who await in Cincinnati on Sunday.
Are Ravens ready as a home favorite against Buffalo?
It’s Sunday Night Football in Baltimore. The undefeated Buffalo Bills come to town with Josh Allen playing his best football and the Ravens cannot afford a 1-3 start in the AFC. Luke Jones and Nestor get you ready for a big September football game downtown.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens near miss and escape victory in Dallas
It all was going well for the first three quarters for the Baltimore Ravens in Dallas. And then the defense couldn’t make a stop. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the near miss against the Cowboys and the disturbing trend of blown late leads evaporating.
Escaping Dallas with an unnecessarily narrow win
It all was going well for the first three quarters for the Baltimore Ravens in Dallas. And then the defense couldn’t make a stop. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the near miss against the Cowboys and the disturbing trend of blown late leads evaporating.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens offensive line problems and solutions after Raiders loss
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens offensive line problems and solutions after Raiders loss
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the implosion of Ravens against Raiders at home on Sunday
After a second week of inconsistencies and penalties across the offensive line hindered the Baltimore Ravens in another loss, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the worst passing defense in the NFL through Week 2, the strange red flag challenges of John Harbaugh and a purple implosion at home against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 2 loss to Las Vegas
Going back to 2022, Baltimore has suffered nine defeats in which it led by multiple scores or owned a fourth-quarter lead.
What can Monken do to make Lamar and King Henry offense successful behind a leaky offensive line?
The Baltimore Ravens are 0-2 and the offensive line has been a large part of the team-wide inconsistencies that head coach John Harbaugh discussed in his postmortem after the Raiders meltdown. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the problems and potential solutions as the Dallas Cowboys await after a bad loss to the Saints.
The offensive play of the Ravens offensive line
After a second week of inconsistencies and penalties across the offensive line hindered the Baltimore Ravens in another loss, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the worst passing defense in the NFL through Week 2, the strange red flag challenges of John Harbaugh and a purple implosion at home against the Las Vegas Raiders.
ColumnNes: A black and silver Vegas nightmare raids the purple mojo
The Baltimore Ravens have a $50 million quarterback and a fifty-cent offensive line. Nestor Aparicio says in his #ColumnNes that it feels like the Ravens don’t lose much but when they do it’s usually involved some creative decisions, big botches and failed plays. And John Harbaugh lords over it all.
Ravens blow 10-point fourth-quarter lead, lose 26-23 to Las Vegas to fall to 0-2
Baltimore has started a season 0-2 for the first time since 2015.
Roquan Smith on Ravens’ Week 2 loss: “Trust me, it sucks more for us than anyone else”
Roquan Smith on Ravens’ Week 2 loss: “Trust me, it sucks more for us than anyone else”
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.
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.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 1 loss in Kansas City
Illegal formation madness aside, Ronnie Stanley was a bright spot for an offensive line with plenty of concerns overall.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Harbaugh, clock management and penalities on offensive line in loss to Chiefs
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Harbaugh, clock management and penalities on offensive line in loss to Chiefs
The curious clock management of Harbaugh and Ravens after another Chiefs loss
Tick, tock. The Ravens were down 10 points in the fourth quarter and didn’t seem to be hasty. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the coaching decisions of John Harbaugh, clock management and the penalties to Ronnie Stanley and the offensive line in another loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Ravens lose by a toe in heartbreaking 27-20 final to Kansas City to open 2024 season
Lamar Jackson’s touchdown pass to Isaiah Likely with no time left was overturned by replay review.
Roquan Smith reflects on defensive performance in Ravens’ 27-20 loss to Chiefs
Roquan Smith reflects on defensive performance in Ravens’ 27-20 loss to Chiefs
