The Ravens Lounge
Baltimore Ravens
All year round, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss all things Ravens. They hang out with players, front-office members and other timely guests who drop in. This lounge is dry, but the banter is not. Have a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net.
Episodes
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Nov 4, 2025 • 31min
Reaction to Trade Deadline Moves, Dre'Mont Jones Addition
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss what OLB Dre'Mont Jones will bring to Baltimore, what moves didn't happen, a couple blockbuster deals around the league, and trades from the AFC North.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 3, 2025 • 23min
What Trade Could the Ravens Make? Plus, Where Baltimore Stands in the AFC Race
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the Ravens' trade of Jaire Alexander, look at which positions Baltimore could bolster and players reportedly on the trade block ahead of Tuesday's deadline, and size up the divisional race following the Steelers' upset win over the Colts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 31, 2025 • 17min
Reaction to Ravens' Win in Miami, Lamar Jackson's Return
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss Baltimore's 28-6 win on 'Thursday Night Football,' including a successful four-touchdown return for Lamar Jackson, a suddenly turnover-happy defense, the emergence of the Ravens' tight ends, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 29, 2025 • 30min
Lamar Jackson Sets the Tone in His Return, Plus Previewing the Dolphins
Lamar Jackson is ready to play in Miami. Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down the ripple effect of his return, the message he sent this week, and what it will take to beat the Miami Dolphins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 26, 2025 • 31min
Reaction to Ravens' Bounce-Back Win vs. Bears
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing react to the Ravens' 30-16 win over the Chicago Bears as Baltimore snapped a four-game skid behind backup QB Tyler Huntley, a strong defensive game, and complementary football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 24, 2025 • 36min
C.J. Okoye Shares His Amazing Journey From Nigeria, How He Learned Football, and His New Goals
Ravens DT C.J. Okoye joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to talk about making the change from Nigerian pro basketball player to American football player, how he became a force to be reckoned with as a run defender, and what he sees for his future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 22, 2025 • 10min
Instant Reaction to Lamar Jackson's Return
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about the implications of Lamar Jackson's return to practice Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 20, 2025 • 29min
What We Learned During the Ravens' Bye
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing re-evaluate the path ahead for the Ravens, who sit at last place in the AFC North. Plus, they discuss how the team could improve before the trade deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 15, 2025 • 26min
Bye Week Evaluation; How the Ravens Can Improve
With the Ravens at 1-5 at the bye, team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing share their insights on areas for improvement on both sides of the ball and how Baltimore can get hot after the break.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 12, 2025 • 31min
Reaction to Ravens' Loss to Rams
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing share their takeaways after Baltimore's 17-3 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, including the reason behind the defensive improvements, the offense's mistake-riddled day, what the Ravens need to do to claw back into the playoff picture after the bye, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
