Twelve Ravens Thoughts following start of NFL free agency
Despite being overshadowed by the Maxx Crosby fallout, Trey Hendrickson going from Cincinnati to Baltimore makes for a spicy AFC North storyline.
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DeCosta “gutted” that trade agreement for star edge rusher Maxx Crosby fell through
“I’ve got a responsibility to the Ravens, to this community, to our fans, and to Steve Bisciotti to do what we think is best for the club.”
Eric DeCosta discusses Ravens’ decision to back out of blockbuster Maxx Crosby trade
Eric DeCosta discusses Ravens’ decision to back out of blockbuster Maxx Crosby trade
Luke Jones and Nestor recap early free agency transactions, comings and goings of Baltimore Ravens
It’s been a whirlwind two months since Tyler Loop’s kick sailed wide right in Pittsburgh and the Baltimore Ravens have made massive changes, including in the ideology of winning right now vs. making first round draft picks. Luke Jones and Nestor recap the wild early free agency transactions and comings and goings of the roster of Jesse Minter and the myriad of holes for Eric DeCosta to fill this spring.
JT The Brick joins Nestor from Vegas for full primer on work ethic and Raiders legend of Maxx Crosby
So what exactly will Maxx Crosby be bringing to Owings Mills in terms of leadership? Let our longtime pal and Las Vegas Raiders voice J.T. The Brick tell you about the man he’s known in the desert and what makes him tick and why the Baltimore Ravens are a perfect fit.
Luke Jones and Nestor react to Ravens loss of Linderbaum and addition of Crosby during early NFL free agency
No one is shocked that center Tyler Linderbaum isn’t returning to the Baltimore Ravens given the amount of money the
Ravens suddenly have a massive hole in middle of offensive line
No one is shocked that center Tyler Linderbaum isn’t returning to the Baltimore Ravens given the amount of money the Las Vegas Raiders invested in the Iowa stalwart. But, as Luke Jones and Nestor react to the tampering period and early free agent signings, it’s clear the defense improved with Maxx Crosby but it’s now on Eric DeCosta to put together a credible offensive line for Lamar Jackson.
Back when we thought Maxx Crosby was coming to the Ravens
Luke Jones and Nestor recap will early free agency transactions and comings and goings of Baltimore
JT The Brick: Ravens would’ve loved the work ethic of Maxx Crosby
So what exactly will Maxx Crosby be bringing to Owings Mills in terms of leadership? Let our longtime pal and Las Vegas Raiders voice J.T. The Brick tell you about the man he’s known in the desert and what makes him tick and why the Baltimore Ravens are a perfect fit.
In wake of Crosby blockbuster, free agency begins how it so often does for Ravens
Three-time Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum agreed to a record-setting deal with Las Vegas on Monday.
Luke Jones and Nestor welcome Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens in biggest trade in franchise history
The impact of the Maxx Crosby trade will be felt over years but the first reactions of Luke Jones and Nestor are succinct: this is the biggest trade in franchise history and very against many of the principles of the Baltimore Ravens. Here’s why it makes sense for Eric DeCosta – and Lamar Jackson!
Ravens deal for the Mighty Maxx and instantly become Super Bowl favorites
The impact of the Maxx Crosby trade will be felt over years but the first reactions of Luke Jones and Nestor are succinct: this is the biggest trade in franchise history and very against many of the principles of the Baltimore Ravens. Here’s why it makes sense for Eric DeCosta – and Lamar Jackson!
Luke Jones and Nestor talk Lamar Jackson and nitty gritty of tampering week in NFL free agency
It’s a big football week in Owings Mills. Eric DeCosta has a lot of work to do. The Baltimore Ravens have some real roster building to do this offseason. Let’s start with Lamar Jackson in the right contract and Tyler Linderbaum hitting the tampering market for a deal.
This is the week Lamar Jackson and Ravens need to get organized on money
It’s a big football week in Owings Mills. Eric DeCosta has a lot of work to do. The Baltimore Ravens have some real roster building to do this offseason. Let’s start with Lamar Jackson in the right contract and Tyler Linderbaum hitting the tampering market for a deal.
Luke Jones and Nestor listen in on DeCosta and Minter in Indy with Lamar and Linderbaum on Ravens brain
The Baltimore Ravens brain trust have assembled in Indianapolis preparing to pick 14th in the NFL Draft in April but the minds of Luke Jones and Nestor are on two massive contract issues that will need closure before the free agency tampering begins in two weeks. First up is the Lamar Jackson restructure but the real market value for center Tyler Linderbaum and the salary cap tolerance for general manager Eric DeCosta will come into full focus before March 11.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following DeCosta-Minter press conferences at NFL scouting combine
Head coach Jesse Minter talked with reporters gathered in Indianapolis on Tuesday.
The Linderbaum decision looms large for Ravens and DeCosta
The Baltimore Ravens brain trust have assembled in Indianapolis preparing to pick 14th in the NFL Draft in April but the minds of Luke Jones and Nestor are on two massive contract issues that will need closure before the free agency tampering begins in two weeks. First up is the Lamar Jackson restructure but the real market value for center Tyler Linderbaum and the salary cap tolerance for general manager Eric DeCosta will come into full focus before March 11.
As free agency nears, DeCosta says Ravens have made “market-setting” offer to Linderbaum
“Tyler’s a guy that I have tremendous respect for. Obviously, he’s proven to be, in my opinion, the best center in the league.”
Luke Jones and Nestor reset Ravens situation after Minter hires youthful Declan Doyle to run offense
The new King of The Castle has begun to assemble his coaching staff and the Jesse Minter organization includes a 29-year old, first-time offensive coordinator and play caller in Declan Doyle, who will be charged with maximizing the efficiency of Lamar Jackson as the Baltimore Ravens retool everything with a new head coach. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what that might look like with some new personnel, which will be the next phase of the young offseason.
When the NFL offensive coordinator is the same age as the quarterback
The new King of The Castle has begun to assemble his coaching staff and the Jesse Minter organization includes a 29-year old, first-time offensive coordinator and play caller in Declan Doyle, who will be charged with maximizing the efficiency of Lamar Jackson as the Baltimore Ravens retool everything with a new head coach. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what that might look like with some new personnel, which will be the next phase of the young offseason.
Sizing up the Ravens’ 2026 class of free agents
Three-time Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum headlines Baltimore’s list of unrestricted free agents.
Luke Jones and Nestor assess state of Ravens roster after loss to Patriots
There will be plenty of time in the offseason to send out report cards and walking papers but Luke Jones and Nestor begin to assess the totality of the efforts of the starters and star players of the Baltimore Ravens and wonder what Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh see. And, more importantly, what Steve Bisciotti will see once the season ends and the bill comes due for a season of constant disappointment and under performance across the roster.
It’s been a season of disappointments for heady Ravens roster of ‘stars’
There will be plenty of time in the offseason to send out report cards and walking papers but Luke Jones and Nestor begin to assess the totality of the efforts of the starters and star players of the Baltimore Ravens and wonder what Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh see. And, more importantly, what Steve Bisciotti will see once the season ends and the bill comes due for a season of constant disappointment and under performance across the roster.
Hamilton, five other Ravens players voted to Pro Bowl
Star safety Kyle Hamilton was voted to his third Pro Bowl in four seasons.
Tyler Linderbaum says Ravens must be ready for “really hard-nosed” New England defense
Tyler Linderbaum says Ravens must be ready for “really hard-nosed” New England defense
Huntley leads Ravens to first win since Week 2 in 30-16 final over Chicago
With Lamar Jackson sidelined, Tyler Huntley threw a touchdown and Derrick Henry ran for two as Baltimore snapped its four-game losing streak.
Tyler Linderbaum on Ravens’ first win since Week 2: “We just have to keep digging, keep fighting”
Tyler Linderbaum on Ravens’ first win since Week 2: “We just have to keep digging, keep fighting”
Tyler Linderbaum: “I don’t really see an issue in veteran leadership at all” in Ravens locker room
Tyler Linderbaum: “I don’t really see an issue in veteran leadership at all” in Ravens locker room
Offensive line improvement most critical to Ravens overcoming 1-5 start to make playoff run
Protecting Lamar Jackson and helping him play at an MVP level is Baltimore’s best hope of rebounding from its worst start since 2015.
Math now becoming major obstacle to Ravens saving 2025 season spiraling out of control
Just four teams since the 1970 merger have rebounded from a 1-5 start to make the playoffs.
Ravens suffer fourth straight loss in 17-3 final to Rams, dropping to 1-5 for first time since 2015
Backup Cooper Rush was benched in the fourth quarter as Baltimore finished with its lowest home scoring output since 2002.
Tyler Linderbaum on Rams stuffing Ravens three straight times from the 1: “They wanted it more than us”
Tyler Linderbaum on Rams stuffing Ravens three straight times from the 1: “They wanted it more than us”
From bad to worse: Ravens embarrassed in 44-10 loss to Texans to fall to 1-4
Baltimore’s 34-point loss tied the largest home margin of defeat in the John Harbaugh era on Sunday.
Tyler Linderbaum believes buy-in still there from Ravens players despite 1-4 start
Tyler Linderbaum believes buy-in still there from Ravens players despite 1-4 start
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.
Hamilton adds to injury concerns for Ravens while others return to Thursday’s practice
A day after popping up on the injury report with a groin injury, Pro Bowl safety Kyle Hamilton was absent from practice.
Jackson headlines long list of Ravens’ practice absences as Rush prepares to fill in against Houston
Should Lamar Jackson miss Sunday’s tilt because of a hamstring injury, Cooper Rush would start against the Texans in Week 5.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 4 loss at Kansas City
Roquan Smith was one of several players injured in Sunday’s lopsided defeat to Kansas City.
Tyler Linderbaum focused on football and not long-term status with Ravens entering 2025
Tyler Linderbaum focused on football and not long-term status with Ravens entering 2025
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Days 2 and 3 of open training camp
Veteran newcomer Jaire Alexander appears to be meshing well with Marlon Humphrey and the rest of the Baltimore secondary.
