Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 15 win at Cincinnati
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after Baltimore’s first shutout since 2018.
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Maxing out on local sports and lousy officiating
Did you know that Tom Davis was once in a movie scene in Baltimore with the legendary Al Pacino? We did and Max Weiss has promised Nestor a full treatment of all memorable local movie history in the next edition of Baltimore Magazine. They continue their holiday chat about bad referees, big money Orioles signings and what’s on the table at Di Pasquale’s in Canton on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 15 trip to Cincinnati
Will Baltimore suffer a third straight loss that would further deplete its playoff hopes?
Travis Jones excited to know he’ll remain with Ravens in years to come
Travis Jones excited to know he’ll remain with Ravens in years to come
Ravens sign defensive tackle Travis Jones to three-year, $40.5 million extension
The fourth-year defensive lineman is the latest player to receive an extension from general manager Eric DeCosta.
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.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defense and Hamilton injury after win over Jets
At one point during the 1-5 start, the Baltimore Ravens defense ranked last in the NFL. With better health, better play and the addition of two veterans by Eric DeCosta, the defense of Zach Orr appears much improved and poised to lead the team while the offense continues to try to find some rhythm behind a gimpy franchise quarterback. Luke Jones and Nestor get defensive about the marked improvement and the emergence of key young players.
#ColumnNes: Can the Ravens still win the Super Bowl? I wasn’t the one who counted ‘em out at 1-5
It’s all sitting there for the former 1-5 squad. Now, after five in a row against the JV, can the Ravens improve and earn their way through the thickest part of a playoff march with Lamar Jackson nursing a bad wheel? You bring the turkey and I’ll bring the pumpkin pie and we’ll find out.
Getting defensive about the Ravens needs after five wins in a row
At one point during the 1-5 start, the Baltimore Ravens defense ranked last in the NFL. With better health, better play and the addition of two veterans by Eric DeCosta, the defense of Zach Orr appears much improved and poised to lead the team while the offense continues to try to find some rhythm behind a gimpy franchise quarterback. Luke Jones and Nestor get defensive about the marked improvement and the emergence of key young players.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 10 win at Minnesota
After a slow start to his rookie season, Malaki Starks is looking more comfortable and making more plays.
Trenches still look too vulnerable for Ravens as trade deadline passes
The trade deadline isn’t the best avenue for addressing multiple needs, which is why it’s hardly surprising for Baltimore’s work to feel underwhelming.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 6 meeting with Los Angeles Rams
The Alohi Gilman trade should enable Baltimore to use Kyle Hamilton at the line of scrimmage more often.
Ravens officially rule out Lamar Jackson, three defensive starters for Week 5 tilt with Houston
Star quarterback Lamar Jackson wasn’t able to practice all week after hurting his hamstring in the 37-20 loss at Kansas City.
Ravens list Stanley, Likely, Van Noy questionable for Week 4 clash with Kansas City
Left tackle Ronnie Stanley logged only one limited practice this week while nursing an ankle issue.
Ravens rule out star defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike for Week 4 trip to Kansas City
Madubuike will miss a second straight game due to a neck injury, but his long-term status remains unclear.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 3 loss to Detroit
Luke Jones offers his purple musings on a humbling loss for Baltimore on Monday night.
Breaking down the 2025 Ravens’ initial 53-man roster
What impact will DeAndre Hopkins make as the No. 3 wideout in his age-33 season?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts leading up to Saturday’s preseason finale
A team spokesman assured Lamar Jackson is “totally fine” after he was stepped on and exited practice early on Wednesday.
Dennis Johnson discusses state of Ravens defensive line entering preseason finale
Dennis Johnson discusses state of Ravens defensive line entering preseason finale
Five questions for Ravens defense entering training camp
Will a secondary consisting of five former first-round picks live up to the hype in 2025?
Travis Jones aiming to become more of pass-rushing force in fourth season with Ravens
Travis Jones aiming to become more of pass-rushing force in fourth season with Ravens
Twelve Ravens Thoughts entering final week of OTAs
Luke Jones offers some purple thoughts as Baltimore winds down voluntary workouts and nears mandatory minicamp.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following start of free agency
The re-signing of Ronnie Stanley and the addition of DeAndre Hopkins headlined the week for general manager Eric DeCosta.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts entering 2025 offseason
General manager Eric DeCosta and Baltimore go back to the drawing board after again falling short in January.
Harbaugh quiet on suspended Diontae Johnson as Ravens return to practice close to full strength
For what it’s worth, wide receivers Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman denied Johnson’s situation being a distraction for the team with Flowers saying he’d “be welcomed back” after his suspension. In four games since being acquired from Carolina in late October, Johnson has registered just one catch for six yards on five targets.
Despite long road to bye, Ravens remain in good shape from injury standpoint
Given the messy Diontae Johnson saga, Baltimore needs Rashod Bateman’s knee to be right coming out of the bye week.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 13 showdown with Philadelphia
Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley are the first 1,300-yard rushers to meet in a season in 12 years.
Ravens waive Eddie Jackson, list Roquan Smith questionable for Monday night
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Eddie Jackson was signed at the start of training camp to replace valuable reserve Geno Stone.
Roquan Smith “working hard to get healthy” as Ravens get ready for trip to Los Angeles
Pro Bowl inside linebacker Roquan Smith exited last Sunday’s loss in Pittsburgh with a hamstring injury.
Coaching, composure and discipline plus poor play calling and penalties all become questions for Harbaugh and Ravens
Despite the defense’s strong performance, the Ravens’ inefficiencies and missed opportunities on offense – including a crucial two-point conversion attempt – contributed to their eighth loss in nine games against the Steelers. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for growth and maturity, especially in high-stakes games, and noted the team’s history of struggles in Pittsburgh.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss coaching, composure, discipline and Ravens mojo after another loss to Steelers in Pittsburgh
Despite the defense’s strong performance, the Ravens’ inefficiencies and missed opportunities on offense – including a crucial two-point conversion attempt – contributed to their eighth loss in nine games against the Steelers. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for growth and maturity, especially in high-stakes games, and noted the team’s history of struggles in Pittsburgh.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 11 showdown in Pittsburgh
Patrick Queen’s comments this week were much ado about nothing, but they added spice to a rivalry lacking it recently.
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton set to return against Pittsburgh after Week 10 ankle injury
Hamilton practiced fully Friday and doesn’t carry a game status designation into Sunday’s pivotal AFC North clash with the Steelers.
High stakes set to replace recent weirdness of Ravens-Steelers rivalry
With the AFC North lead on the line Sunday, Lamar Jackson is set to make just his fifth career start against Pittsburgh.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 10 win over Cincinnati
Baltimore completed a season sweep of the AFC North rival Bengals in a 35-34 thriller on Thursday night.
Luke Jones and Nestor address the many issues of Ravens leaky defense after narrow win over Bengals
It’s hard to knock a 7-3 effort to start the season but the questions about the defense of the Baltimore Ravens will continue after a 35-34 win over Cincinnati. Luke Jones and Nestor address the many issues of a porous pass defense and narrow victory over Bengals on a night when Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase proved unstoppable for the men of Zach Orr.
Questions about Ravens’ NFL-worst pass defense continue after Burrow to Chase torching
It’s hard to knock a 7-3 effort to start the season but the questions about the defense of the Baltimore Ravens will continue after a 35-34 win over Cincinnati. Luke Jones and Nestor address the many issues of a porous pass defense and narrow victory over Bengals on a night when Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase proved unstoppable for the men of Zach Orr.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 10 clash with Cincinnati
Marlon Humphrey and the defense hope to make a statement after the Week 5 win “felt like we should have lost” in his words.
Likely out, Cincinnati’s Higgins doubtful for Ravens-Bengals rematch on Thursday night
Tight end Isaiah Likely will be sidelined with a hamstring injury as Baltimore aims for a season sweep over its AFC North rival.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss defensive improvements for Ravens in win over Broncos
It was an impressive victory by any measure for the Baltimore Ravens over the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the defensive improvements and needs as the level of quarterback savvy will step up on the purple November calendar.
