ColumnNes: In the end, the Ravens came close but was it really a close game?
What is there to say about any Week 1 game in NFL in any year? It’s always choppy, sloppy and stoppy. And that’s just the officiating…
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens coming up an unlikely foot short in Kansas City in NFL kickoff
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens coming up an unlikely foot short against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in Kansas City ito kickoff the NFL season.
Evaluating Ravens defense after another loss to Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes has been a problem for every team in the NFL. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens’ defensive effort in Kansas City after Thursday’s 27-20 loss to the Chiefs and whether they’ll get another chance in January.
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.
When an un-Likely inch is a foot in Kansas City…
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens coming up an unlikely foot short against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in Kansas City to kickoff the NFL season.
Seven Ravens predictions for the 2024 season
What’s next for Kyle Hamilton after he was a first-team All-Pro safety in his second season?
Luke Jones and Nestor get prepped for Lamar and Mahomes to kickoff NFL season in Kansas City
Luke Jones and Nestor get prepped for Lamar and Mahomes to kickoff NFL season in Kansas City
Zay Flowers not dwelling on past as Ravens kick off 2024 in Kansas City
Zay Flowers not dwelling on past as Ravens kick off 2024 in Kansas City
Getting prepped for Lamar and Mahomes to kickoff NFL season in Kansas City
We’ve been waiting since January for this one. The Baltimore Ravens head to Kansas City to face the Super Bowl champions with some news faces and new possibilities in the running game. Let Luke Jones and Nestor get you prepped for Lamar and Mahomes to kickoff the NFL season. Are you ready for some football?
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss life of Joe D and questions about Ravens offensive line headed to Kansas City
The Baltimore Ravens will head to Kansas City with heavy hearts and a lot of questions about their offensive line in the aftermath of the tragic death of longtime coach Joe D’Alessandris. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the heaviness of the task on the field – and more importantly off it for the folks in Owings Mills who loved their offensive line coach.
Real life and the Ravens offensive line in aftermath of D’Alessandris loss
The Baltimore Ravens will head to Kansas City with heavy hearts and a lot of questions about their offensive line in the aftermath of the tragic death of longtime coach Joe D’Alessandris. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the heaviness of the task on the field – and more importantly off it for the folks in Owings Mills who loved their offensive line coach.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following final cuts and roster maneuvering
General manager Eric DeCosta talks expectations as Baltimore prepares to kick off 2024 in Kansas City next Thursday night.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the waiting on the Kansas City Chiefs and unknowns of Ravens roster
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens trip to Green Bay and Lambeau Field for a scrimmage and getting through the final preseason game with good health. And then, it’s all eyes on Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and beating the Kansas City Chiefs on September 5th.
Roster moves and the waiting for that Kansas City kickoff
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens trip to Green Bay and Lambeau Field for a scrimmage and getting through the final preseason game with good health. And then, it’s all eyes on Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and beating the Kansas City Chiefs on September 5th.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens injuries to Wiggins and Hamilton over weekend
Injuries happen in football. This week, the Baltimore Ravens saw injuries to rookie cornerback Nate Wiggins in the first preseason loss to the Eagles and then budding superstar Kyle Hamilton went down in Owings Mills. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss getting the starters to Kansas City and ready to start strong against the Chiefs.
The perils of training camp football – full contact and otherwise
Injuries happen in football. This week, the Baltimore Ravens saw injuries to rookie cornerback Nate Wiggins in the first preseason loss to the Eagles and then budding superstar Kyle Hamilton gave a scare at practice in Owings Mills. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss John Harbaugh getting the starters to Kansas City and ready to start strong against the Chiefs on September 5th.
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss concert joy, sports disappointments and Ravens offensive line
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss concert joy, sports disappointments and Ravens offensive line
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens camp and what we’ll see against Eagles in fake football
As we gear up for the first of three fake football games without much to evaluate as a collective, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what to look for on Friday night when the Philadelphia Eagles visit for NFL preseason action.
A summer of live music just waiting for Ravens offensive line to come around
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the long view of a summer of pure concert joy, getting off the boulevard of last year’s broken sports dreams and being a basket case until the Ravens’ offensive line is ready to run the ball.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar and offensive goals of Ravens with Derrick Henry
With jobs on the offensive line being the true focus for fans during training camp in Owings Mills, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall goals of the Todd Monken offense in Year Two with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry in the backfield and a full contingent of receivers returning for the reigning MVP quarterback.
The goals of Ravens offense with King Henry
With jobs on the offensive line being the true focus for fans during training camp in Owings Mills, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall goals of the Todd Monken offense in Year Two with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry in the backfield and a full contingent of receivers returning for the reigning MVP quarterback.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens training camp and offensive line observations
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens training camp and offensive line observations and possibilities.
It’s all about the offensive line in Owings Mills
As the dog days of Ravens training camp really take hold, our Luke Jones joins Nestor for a long discussion on battle of several players for a starting spot on the offensive line that will protect Lamar Jackson and open holes for Derrick Henry.
Zay Flowers aiming to make bigger impact in Ravens’ deep passing game
Zay Flowers aiming to make bigger impact in Ravens’ deep passing game
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following mandatory minicamp
Luke Jones offers his purple musings after three days of full-team workouts in Owings Mills this week.
Nelson Agholor discusses growth and expectations for Ravens offense in second year under Todd Monken
Nelson Agholor discusses growth and expectations for Ravens offense in second year under Todd Monken
Twelve Ravens Thoughts on second week of OTAs
Luke Jones offers the latest purple musings from Owings Mills.
Bateman, Likely key to Ravens’ passing attack taking next step in 2024
Both Lamar Jackson and Todd Monken acknowledge needing to involve Rashod Bateman more in 2024.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss weight of Lamar and offensive line importance for Ravens OTAs
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the noticeable weight loss of Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and the importance of a functioning offensive line for the reigning NFL MVP during OTAs in Owings Mills.
What’s the skinny on the leaner Lamar?
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the noticeable weight loss of Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and the importance of a functioning offensive line for the reigning NFL MVP during OTAs in Owings Mills.
Greg Lewis discusses expectations for Ravens wide receivers entering 2024
Greg Lewis discusses expectations for Ravens wide receivers entering 2024
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following opening week of OTAs
Lamar Jackson’s weight loss was a popular topic of discussion in Owings Mills this week.
Zay Flowers discusses comfort level in Ravens offense entering second season
Zay Flowers discusses comfort level in Ravens offense entering second season
Ravens reach extension with wide receiver Rashod Bateman through 2026
A decision on Bateman’s fifth-year option for 2025 was due next week.
Luke Jones and Nestor catch up on Ravens draft hopes at Faidley’s downtown
Luke Jones and Nestor catch up on Ravens draft hopes at Faidley’s downtown
Getting ready for NFL Draft weekend and Ravens many options – and needs
It’s not often that Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio wind up in the same room together doing live radio. Every Friday when the Orioles are home, come say hello at Faidley’s Seafood in Lexington Market before the game. This time, it was football on the brain with Eric DeCosta and the Baltimore Ravens holding the 30th pick in the first round of next Thursday’s NFL Draft in Detroit.
Luke Jones and Nestor take off for Florida and NFL Owners Meetings in search of Steve Bisciotti
With our crew in Florida for Orioles spring training and a new beginning for the baseball franchise, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder aloud where and why the Ravens’ owner might be seeking quiet shelter while the rest of his billionaire partners convene at the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando this week to count their money. (We’ll be there, too! Like we always are…)
Where is Steve Biscotti hiding? And why…
With our crew in Florida for Orioles spring training and a new beginning for the baseball franchise, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder aloud where and why the Ravens’ owner might be seeking quiet shelter while the rest of his billionaire partners convene at the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando this week to count their money. (We’ll be there, too! Like we always are…)
Eric DeCosta says Ravens “continue to assess” Zay Flowers situation
Eric DeCosta says Ravens “continue to assess” Zay Flowers situation
Ravens agree to one-year extension with veteran receiver Nelson Agholor
The 30-year-old made 35 catches for 381 yards and four touchdowns in 17 games last season.
