
The Ravens Lounge
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Reaction to Ravens' DeAndre Hopkins Reported Addition
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down the reported addition of veteran wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins in free agency, including how it fits the mold, how he helps Lamar Jackson, how it could alter the offense, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Patrick Ricard Staying & First 24 Hours of Free Agency
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about the significance of retaining Pro Bowl fullback Patrick Ricard, why the Ravens haven't added any outside free agents yet, how the team's' needs have changed with five early departures, Ronnie Stanley's contract details, and potential fits available.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ronnie Stanley Deal; What's Next for Ravens
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing share their perspective on why the reported three-year deal with Ronnie Stanley got done and how it impacts the rest of the team. Plus, they talk about other big moves around the AFC North and what's next for the Ravens in free agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todd Monken Talks About His New Contract, the Offensive Vision & More
Ravens Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken talks about signing a contract extension, his vision for the offense, and why quarterback Lamar Jackson is still just scratching the surface of what he can do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Combine Breakdown With PFF's Gordon McGuinness
Pro Football Focus' Gordon McGuiness joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to talk about how the Combine may have impacted Baltimore's draft options, which players moved in and out of their range at No. 27, and his favorite player fits at safety, pass rusher, offensive tackle, cornerback, wide receiver and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bucky Brooks, Tom Pelissero & Defensive Front Combine Takeaways
Get the latest Ravens insights from NFL Network's Bucky Brooks and Tom Pelissero, as well as takeaways from the defensive front prospects at the Combine from team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What We Learned From Eric DeCosta & John Harbaugh Combine Press Conferences
General Manager Eric DeCosta and Head Coach John Harbaugh talked about the chances of re-signing Ronnie Stanley, the free agency plan, pass rusher draft needs, and much more at the NFL Scouting Combine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing the 2025 Scouting Combine
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about what they're interested to learn from GM Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh, what happens behind the scenes, prospects they're excited to watch, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Initial 2025 Draft Thoughts; Takeaways From Daniel Jeremiah
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing share their takeaways from a 2025 NFL Draft conference call with NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah, including the positions of strength, an offensive tackle to trade up for, a safety Jeremiah would pick in Round 1, strategies for finding pass rush help, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Pagano Talks About Joining the Ravens, His Desire to Win a Super Bowl, and More
Chuck Pagano returned to Baltimore this offseason as the team’s Sr. Secondary Coach and he opened up about his decision to return to coaching. Pagano talked about the desire to win a Super Bowl, discussed plans for the Ravens defensive unit and shared stories of coaching Ray Lewis, Ed Reed and other Ravens legends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ranking the Ravens' Offseason Needs
Our insiders, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing, debate what the Ravens' top needs are heading into the 2025 offseason, including offensive line, safety, pass rusher, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Takeaways From Super Bowl LIX, How the Ravens Can Win it All in 2026
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the similarities between the Ravens and Eagles, how Philadelphia foiled Kansas City, and how the Ravens can reach Super Bowl LX next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Lamar Jackson Not Winning MVP
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing react to Josh Allen winning MVP over Lamar Jackson after Jackson's record-breaking 2024 season, as well as the Hall of Fame voting and other NFL Honors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ravens 2025 Offseason Blueprint
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss players who could stay in free agency, what outside additions could make sense, positions of need in the draft, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' Coaching Moves
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about the reunion with Chuck Pagano, reported extension with Todd Monken, and why they feel so optimistic about the direction of the team headed into the 2025 offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Do the Ravens (And the Rest of the AFC) Knock Off the Chiefs?
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about the AFC Championship game and what it says about the Ravens' chances to get to the Super Bowl next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Takeaways From Ravens' Season-Ending Press Conference
Ravens insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing share what they learned from the season-ending press conference with Head Coach John Harbaugh and General Manager Eric DeCosta, including their outlook on the 2024 season, the futures of Mark Andrews, Marlon Humphrey, Justin Tucker and more veterans, how they could approach their top free agents, and where they need to improve this offseason to get over the hump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Analyzing Ravens' Playoff Exits; Takeaways From Locker Cleanout
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing try to answer the question of why the Ravens keep falling short in the playoffs and share the insights from players as they cleaned out their lockers at season's end.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' Playoff Loss in Buffalo
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing share their instant reaction to Baltimore's 27-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the Divisional playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing Ravens-Bills; Can the Ravens Run it Back?
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss which team the cold weather favors, the mismatches the Ravens offense poses, how the Ravens can slow down Josh Allen, and other keys to Sunday's divisional playoff game in Buffalo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lamar Jackson Talks About His Playoff Mindset, Derrick Henry's Influence, What Changed After the Bye, His Favorite Moments of 2024 & More
Lamar Jackson sat down with team insider Shelby Lasso for a one-on-one interview. Plus, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the Jackson-Josh Allen matchup heading into Sunday's divisional playoff game in Buffalo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens-Bills Matchup; Film Analysis From Win vs. Steelers
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing share their initial thoughts on the Ravens heading to Buffalo, including the MVP matchup, how the game could compare to their regular-season meeting, and more. Plus, they look back on the film from the Ravens' dominant 28-14 win over the Steelers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' Wild-Card Win Over Steelers
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down the Ravens' 28-14 win over the Steelers, including Derrick Henry's huge night, Lamar Jackson's willingness to run, the pass catches who stepped up with Zay Flowers out, another strong defensive showing, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing Ravens-Steelers Wild-Card Playoff; How the Ravens Adjust Without Zay Flowers
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the Ravens' mindset heading into their wild-card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, how Lamar Jackson is different going in this year, how they'll adjust without Zay Flowers, what the defense needs to do to keep Pittsburgh's offense cold, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isaiah Likely Talks About What Lamar Jackson Hates, Building Chemistry With Mark Andrews, the Steelers Playoff Matchup & More
Ravens TE Isaiah Likely joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to discuss his highlight-reel touchdowns with Lamar Jackson this season, where he feels he's improved most in Year 3, what he's learned from Mark Andrews, how the Ravens could step up if Zay Flowers can't play, and much more ahead of the Wild-Card playoff game against the Steelers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens-Steelers Playoff Matchup; Injury Updates
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about drawing the Steelers in the Wild-Card round, the impact of the Zay Flowers knee injury, and how the Ravens are approaching this year's playoffs compared to last year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens Beating Browns, Winning AFC North
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the Ravens' 35-10 win over the Browns, what's most impressive about winning the division again, Zay Flowers' injury, what stood out in another strong defensive performance, and how this Ravens offense set so many records.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' Pro Bowlers; Previewing Ravens vs. Browns
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about why each of the nine Ravens made the Pro Bowl team, who got snubbed, and discuss whether this year's team is actually more talented than last year's. Plus, they break down what to watch in the Ravens-Browns regular-season finale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Van Noy Gets Something Off His Chest, Shares Why He's Still Balling Out, Talks About Ravens' Super Bowl Makeup, And More
Ravens OLB Kyle Van Noy talks joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Clifton Brown to talk about how he's having a career year at 33 years old, how he's helped lead the team, why the Ravens have been such a great fit, who his favorite player is on the team, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ravens' Updated Playoff Outlook; Terrell Suggs & Marshal Yanda Hall of Fame Credentials
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down who the Ravens could face in the playoffs, debate the most desirable matchup, and look ahead to the possible path to the Super Bowl. Plus, the talk about whether finalists Terrell Suggs and Marshal Yanda will get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in their first year of eligibility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legends 1-on-1: Jonathan Ogden & Ronnie Stanley
Ravens Hall of Fame left tackle Jonathan Ogden sits down with Ravens All-Pro left tackle Ronnie Stanley to talk about playing one of the game's toughest positions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' Dominant Christmas Win vs. Texans
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down the Ravens' updated playoff outlook, the defense's sparkling shutout, Lamar Jackson's newest record-setting chapter, a run game that couldn't be stopped, and more from the 31-2 Christmas win in Houston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Isn't Marlon Humphrey in DPOY Conversation? Film Breakdown vs. Steelers & Previewing the Texans
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down the film from the Ravens' 34-17 win over the Steelers, including the offensive line's strong day, some crafty play-calling, Justin Tucker turning a corner, and Marlon Humphrey's DPOY candidacy. Plus, they look forward to the Ravens' big Christmas Day game against the Houston Texans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' Big Win Over Steelers
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the updated playoff outlook, how the Ravens got over their Steelers woes, Marlon Humphrey's huge pick-six, Lamar Jackson's three-touchdown day, Derrick Henry's punishing attack, more defensive standouts, Justin Tucker's perfect game, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Game Preview: How the Ravens Beat the Steelers
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing get you ready for the huge AFC North showdown at M&T Bank Stadium, talking about what Lamar Jackson and the offense need to do against Pittsburgh's stingy defense, and how Baltimore's defense can slow the Steelers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tavius Robinson Talks About His Physicality, a Tip He Learned From Kyle Van Noy, And How He Taps Into Ravens History. Plus, a Visit From German Ravens Fans
Ravens OLB Tavius Robinson joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to talk about how he’s had a Year 2 breakout, where his physicality comes from, his mindset against the Steelers and much more. Plus, two Ravens fans from Germany, Karsten Floegel and Anna Hochhalter, join to tell their story about bringing the Ravens organization German Christmas treats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Lamar Jackson's Season Is Special, Even By His Standards & Giants Film Breakdown
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about another Jackson 5 vs. the Giants, the stats behind his special season, whether the improved defense is here to stay, the rookies showing out, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' Blowout Win Over Giants
Team insiders Garrett Downing and Clifton Brown discuss the Ravens' 35-14 win over the New York Giants, including another five-touchdown day from Lamar Jackson, Rashod Bateman's big game, strong performances from some reserves, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ar'Darius Washington on Being the Smallest Guy on the Field, Overcoming the Undrafted Odds and Injuries, & the Next Step for the Defense
Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to talk about how he handles his size disadvantage, the chip on his shoulder from the draft, his mentality after being named a starter, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ravens' Playoff Outlook, Bye Week Health Report, & Pizza Power Rankings
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about the Ravens' path to the playoffs, review the team's health report coming out of the bye, and talk about the outlook at the Castle as Baltimore heads into the final stretch. Plus, Ravens Senior Vice President of Operations Simon Gelan and FLIK Hospitality Chef Tyler Hines join to taste and rank pizza styles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Behind the Scenes With a 'Hard Knocks' Producer; Film Review of Ravens-Eagles
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing sit down with NFL Films Senior Producer Tim Rumpff to talk about how AFC North 'Hard Knocks' will be made and what his team is hoping to spotlight, as well as break down the film from the Ravens' loss to the Eagles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' Loss to Eagles
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the Ravens' 24-19 loss, including what's going on with Justin Tucker, why the offense fizzled out, a strong defensive showing, what this loss means big-picture, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Film Review, What it Will Take to Beat the Eagles, Plus a Thanksgiving Day Activities Draft
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about why Derrick Henry could get even better, the improved offensive line, the pending running back matchup with Saquon Barkley, and other key matchups vs. the Eagles. Plus they draft to figure out what they're going to do on Thanksgiving Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' 'Monday Night Football' Win in Los Angeles
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the Ravens' 30-23 win over the Chargers, including Baltimore's improved playoff positioning, John Harbaugh's third win against his brother, his bold fourth-down call, what got the Ravens offense going, another strong game for a defense without Roquan Smith, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who Has the Familiarity Advantage? Previewing Ravens vs. Chargers
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down the top storylines and matchups in the Ravens vs. Chargers "Monday Night Football" battle, including what the HarBowl illustrates, more motivated former Ravens, the way Baltimore's offense gets back on track, and the Ravens defense's new challenge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Harbaugh Joins The Lounge to Talk About HarBowl 3
Jack Harbaugh joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to talk about the family's emotions heading into another brotherly rematch between John's Ravens and Jim's Chargers, tell some childhood stories, the true source of strength in the family, and what they'll be rooting for Monday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why the Ravens Offense Struggled and How the Secondary Improved. Ravens-Steelers Film Review
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss Lamar Jackson's frustrating day, the failed two-point conversion, what's happening with the penalties, and the Ravens' secondary switches in Baltimore's 18-16 loss in Pittsburgh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reaction to Ravens' Loss in Pittsburgh
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down the Ravens' 18-16 loss to the Steelers, including a rough day for the offense, the concern level with Justin Tucker, and a rebound day from the defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing Ravens vs. Steelers; Why the Rivalry Is Heating Up, Lamar's Hurdle, And Whether There Could Be a Defensive Shake-Up
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss Sunday's Ravens-Steelers game, including how Derrick Henry impacts the rivalry, the big matchup for a Baltimore rookie, and what the Ravens defense needs to be prepared for against Russell Wilson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nnamdi Madubuike Talks About How He's Changed His Body & Film Study, the Difference vs. the Steelers, Embracing His Nigerian Heritage & More
Ravens DT Nnamdi Madubuike sits down with team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing fresh off a three-sack day against the Bengals to talk about how life has changed after his extension, how he's approaching his job differently, getting the pass rush on a roll, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.