The Banner Ravens Podcast

Week 4: Justin Tucker, Roquan Smith among stars who need to step up

Much of the Ravens’ early struggles could be explained by the team’s reliance on unproven players, such as guard Daniel Faalele and Trenton Simpson. But some of the team’s veterans, including kicker Justin Tucker and tight end Mark Andrews, aren’t living up to expectations either. What’s going on with Baltimore’s stars?
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the return of edge rusher Yannick Ngakoue (1:30) some concerning signs from some of the team’s key players (7:10). Then they preview Sunday’s game against the undefeated Buffalo Bills (26:55).

Derrick Henry dominates in Dallas, but near-collapse leaves sour taste

This is how the 2024 Ravens are supposed to look. Well, at least for three quarters.
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the team’s 28-25 win over the Dallas Cowboys, discussing Derrick Henry’s impressive day, a bounce-back game for the offensive line and a confounding fourth quarter.

Week 3: Challenging coaching, Daniel Faalele and offense's identity with Kyle Goon

The Ravens’ problems are apparent to those who watched the team’s first two games. But are their issues fixable at this point in the season?
Columnist Kyle Goon joins co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer to discuss why head coach John Harbaugh is not on the hot seat (3:24), Daniel Faalele's spot at right guard (9:20), the offense's identity (19:43) and more. Then, Kyle, Paul and Jonas preview the Ravens’ Week 3 game against the Cowboys (24:33).

Ravens collapse in 26-23 loss to Raiders. Who's to blame?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the Ravens' shocking Week 2 loss to the Raiders, discussing Derrick Henry's usage, the defense's disintegration and more.

Week 2: Ravens searching for offensive identity as Minshew Mania descends

One game into the Ravens’ 2024 season, we’re still trying to determine how this team plans to attack their opponents.
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer play a Vegas-style question game (1:43) about what they've seen from the Ravens so far. Then, they preview Sunday’s matchup against the Raiders (21:40).

Isaiah Likely's toe is the difference in Ravens' loss to Chiefs

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the final play of the Ravens’ Week 1 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, then dissect what went wrong in the season opener.

Week 1: What's at stake in AFC Championship rematch

It’s only Week 1, but it’s hard to ignore the narratives swirling around the Ravens’ matchup against the Chiefs.
 
Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the return of QB Tyler Huntley (0:56) and Paul's Word of the Day (7:55). Then they dive into the narratives of Thursday's game, including Lamar Jackson's quest for GOAT status (17:53) and Travis Kelce's beef with Justin Tucker (25:11). Finally, they preview the AFC Championship Game rematch (28:00) and give score predictions (44:12).

Previewing the 2024 season and making our predictions

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the tragic passing of offensive line coach Joe D'Alessandris (0:20). Then they dissect the Ravens' initial 53-man roster (4:00) and dive into their season preview (11:23) and predictions (46:27).

Devin Leary fails to impress, preseason ends in loss to Packers

Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the team’s 30-7 loss to the Packers in the preseason finale, dissecting what they saw from quarterback Devin Leary, the offensive line, cornerback Nate Wiggins and more.

Talking rookies, offensive line and backup QB with Giana Han

Giana Han joins Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer to debate the biggest issues facing the Ravens, including contributions of the rookie class, offensive line uncertainty and the backup quarterback situation. Then Giana provides an update from Steelers training camp.