The Ravens Lounge

#434: Super Bowl Formula & Latest Offensive Coordinator Buzz

12 Feb 2023

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Mink and Garrett discuss how the Chiefs and Eagles reached Super Bowl LVII and what the Ravens can emulate to do the same, plus the latest news in the...

#433 Rod Woodson Shares Stories From ‘Bullies of Baltimore’

06 Feb 2023

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Former Ravens safety and Super Bowl XXXV winner Rod Woodson shares the stories behind the stories of the ‘Bullies of Baltimore.’See omnystudio.com...

#432: Our 2023 Offseason Blueprint

30 Jan 2023

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Mink and Downing talk about the decisions ahead for the Ravens in what will be a pivotal 2023 offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

#431: Reviewing Our 2022 Predictions

26 Jan 2023

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Mink and Garrett go back to look at how well they did predicting the Ravens' 2022 season and discuss why things did (or did not) turn out how they exp...

#430: Breaking Down the John Harbaugh-Eric DeCosta Press Conference

19 Jan 2023

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Mink and Downing give their thoughts on what John Harbaugh and Eric DeCosta said about Lamar Jackson, the offensive coordinator change, and pending ro...

#429: Monday Reaction to Playoff Exit in Cincinnati

16 Jan 2023

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Mink and Downing react to a heartbreaking finish to the 2022 season and discuss some of the takeaways from locker cleanout day.See omnystudio.com/list...

#428: Kevin Zeitler Joins The Lounge, Reaction to Roquan Smith's Contract

12 Jan 2023

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Ravens RG Kevin Zeitler talks about the mindset entering the playoffs, his constant drive to improve, and more. Plus, Mink and Garrett give their late...

#427: Monday Reaction to Loss to Bengals

09 Jan 2023

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Mink and Downing break down Baltimore’s 27-16 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#426: Breaking Down an Unusual Week

05 Jan 2023

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Mink and Downing talk about how the Damar Hamlin tragedy has impacted the Ravens and play out all the scenarios for the Ravens as they prepare for the...

#425: Monday Reaction to Loss to Steelers

02 Jan 2023

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Mink and Downing break down Baltimore’s 16-13 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 17.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#424: J.K. Dobbins Joins The Lounge

29 Dec 2022

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Ravens RB J.K. Dobbins talks about the difficulty of his rehab from last season's major knee injury, his decision to undergo a midseason scope, how st...

#423: Monday Reaction to Playoff-Clinching Win vs. Falcons

26 Dec 2022

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Mink and Downing break down Baltimore’s 17-9 evicting against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 16 and take a peek ahead to talk about Lamar Jackson and t...

#422: Brandon Stephens Joins The Lounge

23 Dec 2022

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Ravens DB Brandon Stephens talks about stepping in for Marcus Peters, his mentality and learning process, and his unique story of transferring from ru...

#421: Morning Reaction to Loss in Cleveland

19 Dec 2022

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Mink and Downing break down the loss to the Browns and talk about the formula that the Ravens will need for success the rest of the way.See omnystudio...

#420: Ben Powers Joins The Lounge

15 Dec 2022

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Ravens LG Ben Powers talks about his journey of going from getting zero college offers to becoming a starting NFL lineman, talks about the Ravens' rus...

#419: Morning Reaction to Win vs. Steelers

12 Dec 2022

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Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down the Ravens' 16-14 win in Pittsburgh in Week 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#418: DeSean Jackson Joins The Lounge

08 Dec 2022

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Ravens WR DeSean Jackson talks about having the speed gene, how he's built his career, the story of landing in Baltimore, playing with Lamar Jackson a...

#417: Morning Reaction to Win vs. Broncos

05 Dec 2022

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Garrett Downing and Clifton Brown break down the 10-9 win over the Denver Broncos, where Tyler Huntley came on in relief of Lamar Jackson after a knee...

#416: Roquan Smith Joins The Lounge

01 Dec 2022

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Ravens LB Roquan Smith talks about fitting in with his new team, playing alongside Patrick Queen, how he found out about the trade, his long-term futu...

#415: Morning Reaction to Loss vs. Jaguars

28 Nov 2022

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Mink and Downing share their thoughts on the Ravens’ 28-27 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, where they lost another fourth-quarter lead and the off...

#414: Geno Stone Joins The Lounge

24 Nov 2022

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Ravens safety Geno Stone talks about stepping in for Marcus Williams, the ascension of Kyle Hamilton, his NFL journey and more.See omnystudio.com/list...

#413: Morning Reaction to Win vs. Panthers

21 Nov 2022

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Mink and Downing share their thoughts on the Ravens' defensively dominant 13-3 victory over the Carolina Panthers in Week 11.See omnystudio.com/listen...

#412: Kenyan Drake Joins The Lounge

17 Nov 2022

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Ravens RB Kenyan Drake talks about his big game in New Orleans, the Ravens wearing down opponents, his NFL journey to prove himself, Baltimore's tight...

#411: Bye Week Breakdown & Midseason Awards

10 Nov 2022

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Mink and Downing share their thoughts on where the Ravens stand, what to expect ahead, and winners of midseason awards. Plus, they hold a Campbell's s...

#410: Morning Reaction to Win vs. Saints

08 Nov 2022

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Mink and Downing share their thoughts after the Ravens' 27-13 victory of the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener f...

#409: Tyler Linderbaum Joins The Lounge

04 Nov 2022

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Rookie center Tyler Linderbaum talks about his dominant game against Tampa Bay, adjusting to the NFL, questions about his size, his wrestling backgrou...

#408: Reaction to Roquan Smith Trade

01 Nov 2022

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Mink and Downing share their thoughts on the Ravens' big move for linebacker Roquan Smith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#407: Morning Reaction to Buccaneers Win

28 Oct 2022

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Mink and Downing break down every aspect of the Ravens' 27-22 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football in Week 8.See omnystudi...

#406: Morning Reaction to Browns Win

24 Oct 2022

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Mink and Downing break down every aspect of the Ravens' 23-20 win over the Cleveland Browns in Week 7.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

#405: Malik Harrison Joins The Lounge

21 Oct 2022

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Ravens LB Malik Harrison talks about his increase in snaps, the trauma of being shot last season, playing positionless football, his Ohio roots and mo...

#404: Morning Reaction to Giants Loss

17 Oct 2022

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Mink and Downing give their takeaways from Baltimore's 24-20 loss to the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

#403: Chuck Clark Joins The Lounge

13 Oct 2022

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Ravens safety Chuck Clark talks about beating the Bengals, facing Wink Martindale, his style of leadership, wearing the green dot, and young safeties ...

#402: Morning Reaction to Bengals Win

10 Oct 2022

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Mink and Downing share their thoughts on Baltimore’s 19-17 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

#401: Devin Duvernay Joins The Lounge

07 Oct 2022

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Wide receiver/returner Devin Duvernay talks about his hot start to the season, his offseason focus as a receiver, how he became a dynamic returner, an...

#400: Morning Reaction to Bills Loss

03 Oct 2022

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Mink and Downing share their thoughts on the Ravens' 23-20 loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#398: Morning Reaction to Win in New England

26 Sep 2022

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Mink and Garrett break down the Ravens’ 37-26 win over the Patriots in Week 3.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#397: Rashod Bateman Joins The Lounge

22 Sep 2022

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Wide receiver Rashod Bateman talks about his hot start, what his speed proved to him, the tight-knit wide receiver group, learning from Davante Adams ...

#396: Morning Reaction to Stunning Dolphins Loss

19 Sep 2022

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Mink and Garrett discuss what happened in the Ravens’ Week 2 meltdown in a 42-38 loss to the Miami Dolphins. (edited)See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

#395: Marlon Humphrey Joins The Lounge

15 Sep 2022

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Cornerback Marlon Humphrey talks about his podcast, Studio 44, his mentality as a physical cornerback, the Marcus Peters effect, his fun-loving person...

#394: Morning Reaction to Week 1 Win

12 Sep 2022

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Mink and Garrett break down what stood out to them in the Ravens’ 24-9 win over the New York Jets to kick off the 2022 season.See omnystudio.com/lis...

#393: Our 2022 Ravens Predictions

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Garrett is back from paternity leave and brings his hot takes with Mink for their 2022 Ravens predictions, including stat projections for Lamar Jackso...

#392: Pat Ricard Joins The Lounge

02 Sep 2022

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Pro Bowl fullback Pat Ricard talks about what he sees from the Ravens run game, Isaiah Likely and Mark Andrews, his pancake rankings and more.See omny...

#391: Reaction to Ravens Roster Cuts

30 Aug 2022

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Ryan Mink and Clifton Brown break down Tuesday’s roster cuts to 53, sharing their biggest surprises and transactions that could still be coming.See ...

#390: 53-Man Roster Prediction

28 Aug 2022

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Ryan Mink and Clifton Brown go through their final Ravens roster predictions following Baltimore's final preseason game against the Washington Command...

#389: Kevin Zeitler Joins The Lounge

26 Aug 2022

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Veteran offensive guard Kevin Zeitler talks about the offensive line's aspirations this season, what it's like to be an O-lineman, his teammates' pote...

#388: Morning After Reaction to Preseason Win in Arizona

22 Aug 2022

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Mink and Cole Jackson of Two Guys Watching Football break down the Ravens' 24-17 win over the Arizona Cardinals in their second preseason game of the ...

#387: Isaiah Likely Joins The Lounge

19 Aug 2022

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Rookie tight end Isaiah Likely talks about his hot training camp and projected big role in the offense, learning from Mark Andrews, and his Coastal Ca...

#386: Morning After Reaction to Preseason Opener

12 Aug 2022

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Mink and Downing share their takeaways from the Ravens' 23-10 win over the Tennessee Titans in the preseason opener from M&T Bank Stadium.See omnystud...

#385: Previewing the Ravens Preseason

10 Aug 2022

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Mink and Downing discuss players they're going to be watching most closely in the 2022 preseason, their latest thoughts on position battles, and the 2...

#384: Tony Jefferson Joins The Lounge

03 Aug 2022

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Veteran safety Tony Jefferson shares details of his journey back to the field after a major knee injury in 2019, the role he envisions for himself in ...

#383: Observations From Week 1 of Training Camp

01 Aug 2022

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Mink and Downing discuss what's stood out on and off the field at Ravens training camp through the first four practices.See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

#382: Morgan Moses Joins The Lounge

29 Jul 2022

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Right tackle Morgan Moses talks about his veteran approach to training camp, his kids rooting for Lamar Jackson, and being a part of a championship-ca...

#381: Pepe Williams Joins The Lounge

22 Jul 2022

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Rookie cornerback Damarion ‘Pepe’ Williams talks about his street ball upbringing, unique journey, playing bigger than his size, outlook on traini...

#380: 10 Burning Questions With Jeff Zrebiec

14 Jul 2022

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The Athletic's Jeff Zrebiec joins The Lounge to talk about some of the biggest questions facing the team before training camp opens, including Lamar J...

#379: Biggest Questions Before Training Camp

01 Jul 2022

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Mink and Downing go through the remaining questions at this point of the offseason and how they think they will pan out. Plus, they hold a lively Summ...

#378: Difficult Week for the Ravens

23 Jun 2022

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The passing of Jaylon Ferguson and Tony Siragusa made for a sad week in Baltimore. Kevin Byrne stopped by The Lounge to share some memories and storie...

#377: Takeaways From Ravens Minicamp

18 Jun 2022

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Mink and Downing share their thoughts after watching three days of minicamp performances, including on Lamar Jackson and the reworked...

#376: Calais Campbell Joins The Lounge

16 Jun 2022

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Veteran defensive lineman Calais Campbell talks about his decision to continue playing, the investment he puts into maintaining his body, his picks fo...

#375: Daelin Hayes Joins The Lounge

10 Jun 2022

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Second-year outside linebacker Daelin Hayes has a golden opportunity to impress this offseason. He talks about his ambitions, a tough rookie year, the...

#374: James Proche II Joins The Lounge

01 Jun 2022

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Ravens third-year wide receiver James Proche II talks about the opportunity he and the other young wide receivers have and the competitive drive that ...

#373: All Our Takeaways From First OTAs

26 May 2022

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Mink and Downing discuss the absence of Lamar Jackson, who stood out on the field, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#372: Coach Sam Koch Joins The Lounge

23 May 2022

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Mink and Downing chat with Sam Koch days after announcing his retirement as an NFL punter and on the first day of his new job as a Ravens special team...

#371: In-Depth Film Breakdown of 2022 Draft Class

18 May 2022

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Mink and Downing welcome Cole Jackson of ‘Two Guys Watching Football’ to share his insights on the entire draft class.See omnystudio.com/listener ...

#370: Reaction to Ravens 2022 Schedule

13 May 2022

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Mink and Downing give their biggest takeaways from the 2022 schedule and hold their annual travel draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

#369: Eric DeCosta Shares Insight Into 2022 Draft

06 May 2022

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General Manager Eric DeCosta talks about what he thought would happen at pick No. 14, the trade of Marquise Brown, how he wanted to help Lamar Jackson...

#368: Recapping the Ravens' 2022 NFL Draft

30 Apr 2022

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Mink and Downing talk about all the picks, some of the trends they saw, how the prospects will fit in, and what work is left to do this offseason.See ...

#367: Reaction to Day 1 of Ravens' 2022 NFL Draft

29 Apr 2022

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Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing give their takes on an action-packed first-round of the 2022 NFL Draft for the Baltimore Ravens, including the selection...

#366: Joe Hortiz Joins The Lounge on Draft Day

28 Apr 2022

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Ravens Director of Player Personnel Joe Hortiz talks about the team's mentality heading into Thursday night and shares his take on potential trades an...

#365: Our Seven-Round Ravens Mock Draft

24 Apr 2022

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Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing make their final picks for the Baltimore Ravens 2022 draft class.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#364: Daniel Jeremiah Joins The Lounge to Talk 2022 Draft

17 Apr 2022

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NFL Network analyst and former Ravens scout scout Daniel Jeremiah shared his thoughts on how the Ravens may approach this year's draft. He discussed o...

#363: Breaking Down the Latest Pre-Draft Buzz

10 Apr 2022

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Mink and Downing talk about the Ravens' pre-draft press conference, give their best- and worst-case scenarios and discuss how Baltimore could fill its...

#362: Reacting to Steve Bisciotti's Interview at Owners Meetings

03 Apr 2022

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Staff writer Clifton Brown joins The Lounge to discuss the conversation he had with Owner Steve Bisciotti at the League Meetings this week in Palm Bea...

#361: Patrick Ricard Joins The Lounge

30 Mar 2022

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Fullback Patrick Ricard discussed the process of signing a new contract, the conversations behind-the-scenes and his feelings about where he fits in B...

#360: Michael Pierce Joins the Lounge

27 Mar 2022

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Defensive tackle Michael Pierce returned to Baltimore after two years in Minnesota. He sat down after signing his contract to discuss the lessons he's...

#359: Sashi Brown Joins The Lounge

24 Mar 2022

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New Ravens Team President Sashi Brown joins to talk about his past, his vision and family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#358: Ray Lewis Joins, Plus More Free Agency Reaction

22 Mar 2022

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Legend Ray Lewis joins to talk about his new show 'Beyond the Edge' and discuss Lamar Jackson. Plus, Mink and Downing talk about the Ravens latest mov...

#357: Reaction to Ravens’ Big Free Agency Moves

16 Mar 2022

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The Ravens have agreed to terms with Marcus Williams, Morgan Moses and Za’Darius Smith in the first days of free agency. Mink and Garrett discuss wh...

#356: Previewing Ravens Free Agency

13 Mar 2022

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Ryan Mink and Clifton Brown look at the Ravens' salary-cap situation and discuss how they could see Baltimore spending its money in free agency.See om...

#355: Combine Talk With Top Analysts

03 Mar 2022

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Mink and Downing share their takeaways from Eric DeCosta's press conference, check in from Indianapolis with top draft analysts and share some of the ...

#354: Previewing the 2022 NFL Combine

24 Feb 2022

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Cole Jackson of 'Two Guys Watching Football' joins Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to talk about some of the most intriguing prospects at this year's NF...

#353: Clifton Brown Joins to Talk Super Bowl, Calais Campbell, and Make a Bold Prediction

17 Feb 2022

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Ryan Mink and Clifton Brown talk about the latest Ravens news following Super Bowl LVI, including Calais Campbell saying he's not retiring and Eric We...

#352: Takeaways From Eric DeCosta's Offseason Preview

11 Feb 2022

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Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about Lamar Jackson's contract negotiations, where the team is looking to improve on offense and defense, which fre...

#350: Analysis of Ravens' Mike Macdonald Hiring

28 Jan 2022

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Ryan Mink and Clifton Brown break down the hiring of Defensive Coordinator Mike Macdonald, discussing what he'll bring to Baltimore and what changes c...

#349: Anthony Levine Sr. Joins The Lounge

26 Jan 2022

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Ravens special teams ace Anthony Levine Sr. talks about his retirement, reflects on his unique journey, and shares some of his favorite stories from a...

#348: Our 2022 Offseason Blueprint

21 Jan 2022

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Here's what Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing would do, and think will happen, this offseason for the Baltimore Ravens, including Lamar Jackson's contract...

#347: Reviewing Our 2021 Predictions

13 Jan 2022

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Mink and Downing put a bow on last season by reviewing what they thought would happen, plus take your questions about health and the biggest priority ...

#346: Morning After Reaction to Steelers Loss

10 Jan 2022

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Mink and Downing discuss an all-too-familiar overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers and Ben Roethlisberger in the season finale at M&T Bank Stadium....

#345: Jimmy Smith Stops By The Lounge

06 Jan 2022

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Baltimore Ravens CB Jimmy Smith shares his thoughts on a possible retirement, tells a couple new Super Bowl season stories, thinks about the 'what ifs...

#344: Morning After Reaction to Rams Loss

03 Jan 2022

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Mink and Downing talk about another narrow defeat, what it means for the Ravens' playoff chances, play out the 'what-ifs' of Baltimore's five-game los...

#343: Brandon Williams Stops By The Lounge

30 Dec 2021

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Mink and Downing talk to DT Brandon Williams about his leadership, the growth of the younger defensive lineman and how he views his past and future in...

#342: Morning After Reaction to Bengals Loss

27 Dec 2021

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Mink and Downing discuss the defense’s problems against the Bengals, Cincy’s fourth-quarter aggressiveness, some good signs for the offense, the R...

#341: Justin Tucker Stops By The Lounge

23 Dec 2021

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Ravens kicker Justin Tucker shares his Christmas favorites and talks about the two-point decision, his record-setting kick, the mental side of the gam...

#340: Morning After Reaction to Packers Loss

20 Dec 2021

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Mink and Downing talk about Tyler Huntley's performance, another two-point attempt, the short-handed defensive effort and more after the Ravens’ 31-...

#339: Chris Westry Stops By The Lounge

16 Dec 2021

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Ravens CB Chris Westry talks about his journey to get to Baltimore, the challenge of Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers, the recent passing of hi...

#338: Morning After Reaction to Cleveland Loss

13 Dec 2021

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Mink and Downing discuss the never-give-up-attitude, Lamar Jackson's injury, Rashod Bateman's breakout, the defense's shutout second half and what the...

#337: Devonta Freeman Stops By The Lounge

09 Dec 2021

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Baltimore Ravens RB Devonta Freeman talks about his Pittsburgh performance, his role with the Ravens, the ups and downs of his recent NFL seasons, and...

#336: Morning After Reaction to Steelers Loss

06 Dec 2021

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Mink and Downing discuss John Harbaugh's two-point conversion decision and the play-call, Lamar Jackson's continued struggles, the defensive letdown a...

#335: Justin 'Jelly' Ellis Stops By The Lounge

02 Dec 2021

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Baltimore Ravens nose tackle Justin Ellis talks about his nickname, stepping in for Brandon Williams, shutting down the Browns rushing attack, how he ...

#334: Morning After Reaction to Browns Win

29 Nov 2021

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Mink and Downing discuss whether the Ravens really are the AFC's top team, the stars of the dominant defensive performance, their level of concern abo...

#333: Tyler Huntley Stops By The Lounge

25 Nov 2021

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Baltimore Ravens QB Tyler 'Snoop' Huntley talks about the craziness of last week with Lamar Jackson's illness, his game-winning drive in Chicago, the ...