Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 16 meeting with New England
Baltimore has one last chance to improve upon its disappointing 3-5 record at home in 2025.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Steelers role in Ravens fate as Patriots await in Baltimore
The Baltimore Ravens have their hands full with the New England Patriots here this week and the Green Bay Packers awaiting on the frozen tundra next Saturday night after Santa arrives. But, will the Pittsburgh Steelers play the Grinch once again? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all eyes on the NFL holiday slate as the rematch awaits on January 4th at The Confluence.
What happens if the Steelers (somehow) keep winning?
The Baltimore Ravens have their hands full with the New England Patriots here this week and the Green Bay Packers awaiting on the frozen tundra next Saturday night after Santa arrives. But, will the Pittsburgh Steelers play the Grinch once again? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all eyes on the NFL holiday slate as the rematch awaits on January 4th at The Confluence.
Leonard Raskin tells Nestor that Ravens coming to life for holidays is part of NFL charmed life
It’s another holiday season but no one in the Baltimore Ravens community is feeling much of the purple Festivus spirit given the suspect play on the field but Leonard Raskin tells Nestor that the team coming back to life in Cincinnati and in time for New England to arrive is its own gift in a season with a 1-5 start and plenty of disappointment for having so much hope. And no one is betting against them hosting a playoff game the weekend of January 10th.
The Ravens roller coaster once again rises at home for the Krafty Patriots of New England
It’s another holiday season but no one in the Baltimore Ravens community is feeling much of the purple Festivus spirit given the suspect play on the field but Leonard Raskin tells Nestor that the team coming back to life in Cincinnati and in time for New England to arrive is its own gift in a season with a 1-5 start and plenty of disappointment for having so much hope. And no one is betting against them hosting a playoff game the weekend of January 10th.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 15 win at Cincinnati
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s first shutout since 2018.
Luke Jones and Nestor prepare for Ravens life on ledge in Cincinnati against Burrow and Bengals
The Baltimore Ravens are 6-7 and Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio aren’t convinced they’re going to repair a lost season as they prepare for another AFC North road game in Cincinnati as the NFL flexes them into a pair of holiday prime time games against New England and Green Bay. The road ahead is fraught with peril and better quarterbacks. So many questions that will be answered on the field by Lamar and company.
Bengals voice Dan Hoard discusses another Burrow and Lamar showdown with huge stakes in Cincinnati
Of the games remaining on the slate for the 6-7 Baltimore Ravens, this one appears to be the most winnable. As a 2 1/2-point favorite on the road, expectations remain high for Lamar Jackson to turn the purple tide through the holidays. But, as the longtime voice of the Bengals Dan Hoard tells Nestor, this is a different Cincinnati offense and threat in the Queen City on Sunday with Joe Burrow back, spry and looking to win out. Can the Ravens avenge a home Thanksgiving night embarrassment in The Jungle?
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens offensive operation and failures after Steelers loss
Sure, the officiating did the Baltimore Ravens no favors on Sunday in a 27-22 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers but it doesn’t mask the obvious offensive issues of Todd Monken’s operation when Lamar Jackson has limitations and the line isn’t good enough. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the offensive operation and failures and whether this well-hyped machine will ever deliver the magic of its promise.
A bungle in the jungle against Bengals would burrow Ravens in deep AFC North hole
Of the games remaining on the slate for the 6-7 Baltimore Ravens, this one appears to be the most winnable. As a 2 1/2-point favorite on the road, expectations remain high for Lamar Jackson to turn the purple tide through the holidays. But, as the longtime voice of the Bengals Dan Hoard tells Nestor, this is a different Cincinnati offense and threat in the Queen City on Sunday with Joe Burrow back, spry and looking to win out. Can the Ravens avenge a home Thanksgiving night embarrassment in The Jungle?
Leonard Raskin and Nestor the discuss the disgust of Ravens season and college football dreams
As the College Playoffs big boys square off once again and other programs sit on the outside, Leonard Raskin and Nestor the discuss the modern diagram for for the system and lament another lost weekend with the Ravens as the season continues to disappoint Baltimore fans.
Going Bowling for cash and modern college pigskin glory
As the College Playoffs big boys square off once again and other programs sit on the outside, Leonard Raskin and Nestor the discuss the modern diagram for for the system and lament another lost weekend with the Ravens as the season continues to disappoint Baltimore fans.
The offensive offense and leaky line of the 6-7 Baltimore Ravens
Sure, the officiating did the Baltimore Ravens no favors on Sunday in a 27-22 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers but it doesn’t mask the obvious offensive issues of Todd Monken’s operation when Lamar Jackson has limitations and the line isn’t good enough. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the offensive operation and failures and whether this well-hyped machine will ever deliver the magic of its promise.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss bad Ravens defense and Super Bowl XXXV champs witnessing it
It certainly wasn’t a homecoming game with the Pittsburgh Steelers but it was quite a celebration for the Super Bowl XXXV champions and the greatest defense in the history of the game. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what happened on the field against Aaron Rodgers in a bad 27-22 beat in Baltimore for the 6-7 and troubled Ravens defense.
Lining up to talk DVOA and an offensive O line with The Godfather of modern analytics
We all see the problems in the trenches for the Baltimore Ravens but how much impact has that had on the offense as a whole, which has been legendary in the football analytics space since Lamar Jackson arrived and revolutionized the position for the running game. The Godfather of DVOA and modern football analytics Aaron Schatz talks Ravens woes and NFL trends with Nestor.
Telling the stories from a life spent inside ballparks
There’s nothing better than longing for baseball in the offseason and our pal and longtime MLB reporter Robby Incmikoski joins Nestor from Pittsburgh to discuss his “Sacred Grounds” ballpark book and the malaise of the Steelers and ‘yins booing Renegade.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 14 loss to Pittsburgh
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore dropped to 6-7 and second place in the AFC North.
Ravens notebook: Mitchell day to day, Cleveland suspended by NFL, Week 16 game flexed
Running back Keaton Mitchell exited Sunday’s loss to Pittsburgh due to a knee injury, but it’s not considered serious.
Bad Ravens defense against Steelers and the legendarily stingy Super Bowl XXXV champs witnessing it
It certainly wasn’t a homecoming game with the Pittsburgh Steelers but it was quite a celebration for the Super Bowl XXXV champions and the greatest defense in the history of the game. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what happened on the field against Aaron Rodgers in a bad 27-22 beat in Baltimore for the 6-7 and troubled Ravens defense.
Thirty years later, Marvin Lewis is still teaching us football
Both of these guys look a little older and more seasoned these days but whenever Marvin Lewis spends time with us, we learn. Nestor and the Pittsburgh native discuss life in Baltimore and Da ‘Burgh and talk football magic and tragic as the Steelers and Ravens scuffle to the top of the AFC North and the Super Bowl XXXV champions will be honored downtown this weekend.
John Harbaugh says overturned Likely touchdown remains “clear as mud” despite explanation from NFL
John Harbaugh says overturned Likely touchdown remains “clear as mud” despite explanation from NFL
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss poor officiating and mediocre Ravens mess after Steelers loss
We’ll fully acknowledge the dodgy officiating but we won’t purple sugarcoat the fact that the Baltimore Ravens are 6-7 and flailing on the field before being failed by the zebras. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the mediocre Ravens mess after another loss at home to the Pittsburgh Steelers amidst the presence of the Super Bowl XXXV champions 25th anniversary.
Throwing the flag on bad officiating and lousy Ravens football after loss to Steelers
We’ll fully acknowledge the dodgy officiating but we won’t purple sugarcoat the fact that the Baltimore Ravens are 6-7 and flailing on the field before being failed by the zebras. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the mediocre Ravens mess after another loss at home to the Pittsburgh Steelers amidst the presence of the Super Bowl XXXV champions 25th anniversary.
Ravens not good enough – or lucky enough – in deflating home loss to Pittsburgh
The pair of overturned fourth-quarter calls would have been even more infuriating if this team were actually living up to expectations in 2025.
Late overturned touchdown helps Pittsburgh knock off Ravens in 27-22 final
Baltimore’s AFC North hopes took a major hit after a second straight home defeat to a division rival.
Ronnie Stanley surprised to see Ravens offense still searching for consistency so late in season
Ronnie Stanley surprised to see Ravens offense still searching for consistency so late in season
Roquan Smith discusses Ravens’ disappointing defensive effort in 27-22 loss to Pittsburgh
Roquan Smith discusses Ravens’ disappointing defensive effort in 27-22 loss to Pittsburgh
Lamar Jackson says frustration “through the roof” after Ravens drop second straight division home game
Lamar Jackson says frustration “through the roof” after Ravens drop second straight division home game
Isaiah Likely on overturned touchdown: “They made a call, and we have to live with what the referees say”
Isaiah Likely on overturned touchdown: “They made a call, and we have to live with what the referees say”
John Harbaugh reacts to controversial calls and another home loss for Ravens in 27-22 final to Pittsburgh
John Harbaugh reacts to controversial calls and another home loss for Ravens in 27-22 final to Pittsburgh
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 14 clash with Pittsburgh
Will Baltimore grab sole possession of first place against the rival Steelers on Sunday?
Lamar Jackson on navigating recent struggles: “I just stay the course; I don’t change up anything”
Lamar Jackson on navigating recent struggles: “I just stay the course; I don’t change up anything”
Jackson, Wiggins ready to go for Ravens-Steelers clash for first place in AFC North
Nate Wiggins and Lamar Jackson both practiced fully Friday and do not carry a game status designation for Week 14.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss ankle of Lamar Jackson as Steelers and Super Bowl 35 champs await
What happened between Wednesday and Thursday when the Ravens’ two-time MVP quarterback didn’t make it onto the field but made it onto the injury report? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the ankle of Lamar Jackson and his ability to lead Baltimore against the Steelers while the franchise celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Super Bowl XXXV champs all weekend in Charm City.
Once again, we await saga of Lamar’s health and mobility against Steelers: “As the ankle turns…”
What happened between Wednesday and Thursday when the Ravens’ two-time MVP quarterback didn’t make it onto the field but made it onto the injury report? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the ankle of Lamar Jackson and his ability to lead Baltimore against the Steelers while the franchise celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Super Bowl XXXV champs all weekend in Charm City.
Longtime MLB reporter Robby Incmikoski joins Nestor from Pittsburgh to talk baseball and Steelers
There’s nothing better than longing for baseball in the offseason and our pal and longtime MLB reporter Robby Incmikoski joins Nestor from Pittsburgh to discuss his “Sacred Grounds” ballpark book and the malaise of the Steelers and ‘yins booing Renegade.
Kyle Hamilton calls Ravens-Steelers rivalry “the purest form of football that you’ll get”
Kyle Hamilton calls Ravens-Steelers rivalry “the purest form of football that you’ll get”
Mark Andrews on signing extension with Ravens: “This has become home for me”
Mark Andrews on signing extension with Ravens: “This has become home for me”
New concerns about Lamar Jackson’s health ahead of Ravens-Steelers clash
After practicing on a limited basis Wednesday, the star quarterback didn’t participate Thursday because of an ankle injury.
The Godfather of DVOA and modern football analytics Aaron Schatz talks Ravens woes and trends with Nestor
We all see the problems in the trenches for the Baltimore Ravens but how much impact has that had on the offense as a whole, which has been legendary in the football analytics space since Lamar Jackson arrived and revolutionized the position for the running game. The Godfather of DVOA and modern football analytics Aaron Schatz talks Ravens woes and NFL trends with Nestor.
