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Rock bottom? Shorthanded Ravens at 1-4 after blowout loss to Texans

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer react to the Ravens' 44-10 loss to the Texans, discussing their uninspired effort (1:10), the possibility of firing DC Zach Orr (6:57) and OLB Kyle Van Noy's postgame comments (14:13).
Then they talk about the lack of accountability in the locker room (26:09) and communication issues on defense (35:33).
Finally, they look ahead to a daunting matchup against the Rams (39:40).

Week 5: Without Lamar, the Ravens can lean into the chaos

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer run through the Ravens' myriad injuries, including QB Lamar Jackson, S Kyle Hamilton and LB Roquan Smith (5:30).
Then, they talk about why it might behoove the Ravens to lean into the chaos in their game plan (15:40).
Finally, they offer their predictions for Sunday's game against the Texans (41:38).

Why John Harbaugh's job is likely safe (but Zach Orr's may not be)

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer react to the news that Pro Bowl DL Nnamdi Madubuike is out for the season with a neck injury (1:42).
Next they run through the Ravens' list of injuries (9:47)
Then they explain why it's unlikely head coach John Harbaugh is fired during the season (14:48), but defensive coordinator Zach Orr could be let go (28:42).
Finally they look ahead to the Ravens' Week 5 game against the Texans (32:28).

5 starters injured in Ravens' calamitous loss to Chiefs

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer react to the Ravens' 37-20 loss to the Chiefs, discussing injuries to QB Lamar Jackson, CB Marlon Humphrey, LB Roquan Smith, CB Nate Wiggins and LT Ronnie Stanley (1:41).
Then, they dive into the Ravens' offensive and defensive issues (16:25).
Next, they talk about S Kyle Hamilton's "spoiled" comment from Thursday and apology Sunday (25:37).
Finally, they take a look around the AFC North (45:30).

Week 4: Are the Ravens' issues in the trenches fixable?

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the Ravens' issues along the offensive line (2:43) and defensive line (21:21).
Then they preview Sunday's game against the Chiefs (27:50) and give their score predictions (47:08).

Disasterclass: Ravens out-coached by Lions in 38-30 manhandling

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer recap the Ravens’ 38-31 loss to the Lions.

Week 3: Ravens’ schedule looks softer than it did 2 weeks ago

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss why the Ravens’ schedule looks softer than it did two weeks ago (1:47).
Then they run through the Ravens’ injury report and talk about TE Isaiah Likely’s potential return (13:05).
Finally they preview the Lions (24:36) and give their predictions for Monday night (38:00).

Receivers carry Ravens offense in 41-17 win over Browns

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the Ravens' 41-17 win over the Browns, discussing a slow start for the offense (1:00) and a strong performance from the wide receivers, including DeAndre Hopkins, Zay Flowers, Tylan Wallace and Devontez Walker (8:15).
Then they talk about John Harbaugh's aggressiveness on 4th and goal (14:50) and improvements from the defense (19:08).
Finally, they break down the special teams (29:06), CB Jaire Alexander's absence (40:00) and the report that the Ravens almost drafted QB Shedeur Sanders (43:20).

Week 2: Marlon Humphrey calls out Ravens defense's maturity

From the Castle, co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer are joined by contributor Childs Walker to break down Marlon Humphrey's comments about the defense (1:08).
Then, they discuss the return of Browns QB Joe Flacco (18:23).
Finally, they preview Sunday's game against the Browns (33:59).

Unfathomable: Ravens suffer epic collapse to Bills in season opener

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the Ravens' stunning 41-40 loss to the Bills.