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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Aug 20, 2024 • 26min
Undrafted Rookies & Other Young Players Pushing for Spots
Our insiders, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing, discuss the chances of an undrafted rookie making the 53-man roster, who's making a strong final push, and a couple Year 1 players who could make it this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 17, 2024 • 26min
Reaction to Ravens' Preseason Win vs. Falcons
Our insiders, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing, break down the Ravens' 13-12 win over the Atlanta Falcons in the second preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 16, 2024 • 38min
Our Training Camp Awards
Our insiders, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing, hand out medals for best camp, most improved, best bubble player, top play, and more at the conclusion of the Ravens' 2024 training camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 15, 2024 • 27min
Isaiah Likely Explains Why He's Having a Monster Camp, His Connection With Lamar Jackson, Where He'll Line Up
Baltimore Ravens TE Isaiah Likely joins Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to talk about his big training camp, working together with Mark Andrews, his chemistry with Lamar Jackson, and why he doesn't consider himself a tight end only.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 10, 2024 • 29min
Reaction to Ravens Preseason Opener vs. Eagles
Our insiders, Garrett Downing and Clifton Brown, discussed the 16-13 preseason loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. They talked about the debut of first-round cornerback Nate Wiggins, who shined before leaving the game with a shoulder injury in the second half.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 8, 2024 • 29min
Pepe Williams Talks Getting Healthy and Ready for Rebound Season
Our insiders, Garrett Downing and Clifton Brown, sat down with defensive back Pepe Williams to discuss training camp, his recovery from last year’s ankle surgery, competing for a starting job and the mindset going into the preseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 5, 2024 • 23min
Debating the NFL Top 100 And Madden Ratings
Our insiders, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing, debate whether they got the NFL Top 100 and Madden 25 ratings right.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 2, 2024 • 37min
Evaluating Lamar Jackson's Practices, Plus What We Learned From Pads Coming On
Our insiders, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing, talk about what they've seen from Lamar Jackson as he returned to practice, plus who stood out during four straight practices in pads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 31, 2024 • 25min
Roquan Smith on Why the Ravens Defense Will Be Better, the Lost Art of Physicality, Trash Talk, And More
Our insiders, Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing, sit down with LB Roquan Smith to talk about this year's defense, his smashmouth mentality, Patrick Queen's defection to the Steelers, the team's up-and-coming defender, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 26, 2024 • 37min
Takeaways From Week 1 of Ravens Training Camp
Insiders discuss standout players and dynamic battles from the Ravens training camp. The competition among wide receivers and the offensive line heats up as younger talents emerge. Concerns arise over a key player's absence, but optimism remains for the defense's impressive development. Observations from practice hint at a more competitive secondary. They also reflect on the impact of losing three starting O-linemen and what this could mean for the team's future. Overall, anticipation builds for the upcoming season.
