The Banner Ravens Podcast

Trade deadline: Ravens acquire Dre'Mont Jones, trade Jaire Alexander

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer react to the Ravens' moves at the deadline, discussing the addition of EDGE Dre'Mont Jones (1:41).
Then they talk about whether the Ravens should have traded for DT Quinnen Williams (12:26).
Next, they break down the CB Jaire Alexander trade with the Eagles (28:16).
Finally, they explain S Sanoussi Kane's release (37:31).

Tight ends feast in Ravens' 28-6 win over Dolphins

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the Ravens' 28-6 win over the Dolphins, discussing Lamar Jackson's return, a big day for the tight ends and some contributions from the defensive rookies.

Week 9: Lamar's return can keep momentum going in Miami

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the expected return of QB Lamar Jackson (2:45).
Then they preview Thursday's game against the Miami Dolphins (15:04).
Finally, they offer their predictions (39:23).

Season saved? Tyler Huntley leads Ravens to crucial win over Bears

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the weirdness surrounding Lamar Jackson's practice participation and availability on Sunday.
Then, they break down the Ravens' 30-16 win over the Bears, diving in to Tyler Huntley's stellar day, another strong performance from the defense and more.

Sources: Some Ravens players frustrated with Todd Monken

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat reporter Giana Han to discuss her story on the Ravens' offensive struggles, beginning with head coach John Harbaugh's public criticism of the unit (1:20).
Then they talk about why sources believe offensive coordinator Todd Monken abandons his game plans too early (3:55).
Next they run through the main issues sources say are irking players (9:40).
Paul and Giana also explain why sources say players aren't responding to Monken as well as they are to defense coordinator Zach Orr (19:11).
Finally they delve into the mental state of the Ravens' locker room (26:00).

Week 8: Will Lamar Jackson play in must-win game vs. Bears?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer are joined by Baltimore Banner contributor Childs Walker to discuss the news that Lamar Jackson returned to practice as a limited participant (1:56).
Then they discuss which units on the Ravens they trust the most and the least (6:16).
Finally they preview Sunday's game against the Bears (30:00).

Week 7: Dishing out slices of blame pie for the Ravens' rough start

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer are joined by sports columnist Kyle Goon to discuss the plan for CB Jaire Alexander going forward (2:33).
Then they react to the news that the Ravens released S C.J. Gardner-Johns (4:01) from the practice squad.
They also provide injury updates on OLBs Tavius Robinson and Adisa Isaac (6:15).
Next they hand out slices of blame pie for
HC John Harbaugh (9:39)
DC Zach Orr (15:37)
OC Todd Monken (23:23)
ST coordinator Chris Horton (34:42)
Injuries (35:42)
GM Eric DeCosta (41:30)
Players (49:32).
Finally they talk about what the Ravens need to accomplish during their bye week (59:31).

Cooper Rush's stinker sends Ravens into bye at 1-5

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer recap the Ravens' 17-3 loss to the Rams, discussing QB Cooper Rush's poor performance and benching, WR Zay Flowers' fumble, the defense's surprisingly steady day and more.
Then, they look ahead to the bye week and wonder if Zach Orr will still be defensive coordinator in a few days.

Week 6: Can Alohi Gilman, C.J. Gardner-Johnson make an impact vs. Rams?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer provide some injury updates to key players such as CB Marlon Humphrey, FB Patrick Ricard, QB Lamar Jackson and S Kyle Hamilton (1:09).
Then, they discuss how much of an impact new safeties Alohi Gilman and C.J. Gardner-Johnson could have on Sunday (4:27).
Finally, they preview the Ravens' Week 6 matchup against the Rams (19:09).

Ravens trade Odafe Oweh to Chargers for Alohi Gilman

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer are joined by beat writer Giana Han to break down the news that OLB Odafe Oweh has been traded to the Los Angeles Chargers for safety Alohi Gilman and a Day 3 pick swap.