The Ravens Lounge

The Ravens Lounge

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

April 25, 2025 30 mins
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing talk about how Malaki Starks fits in Baltimore, why he 'checks every box,' how he'll alter the secondary, and what Ravens fans should expect on Day 2 of the NFL Draft.

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Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing try to predict all 11 Ravens picks in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing discuss the vibes as the Ravens turn the page at the start of the offseason program, contract talk from Kyle Hamilton and Tyler Linderbaum, Lamar Jackson's offseason workout plan, and reaction from team leaders on free agency departures.

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Baltimore’s voluntary offseason conditioning program begins Monday. Team insiders Garrett Downing and Clifton Brown share their thoughts on the players with the most to gain in these workouts and the impact that will have on the upcoming season.

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General Manager Eric DeCosta and Head Coach held their annual pre-draft press conference on Tuesday, and team insiders Garrett Downing and Clifton Brown shared what they learned from the presser. The press conference provided some insight into how the Ravens plan to approach this draft, but it’s always important to sift through the smokescreens at this time of the year.

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ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to break down why he loves Georgia safety Malaki Starks, which top pass rusher suits Baltimore best, his preferred defensive tackle prospect, Day 3 wide receiver prospects and much more.

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The Athletic's Dane Brugler joins The Lounge after the release of 'The Beast' to take an in-depth look at some of bis favorite fits for the Ravens and the top prospects at Baltimore's positions of need, including safety, outside linebacker, cornerback, defensive tackle, and more.

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UK Ravens leader Ben Mortimer joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to talk about how the Ravens' entrance into the NFL's Global Markets Program was received abroad, how fandom is growing overseas, what he expects from the partnership and more!

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Ravens Owner Steve Bisciotti, Head Coach John Harbaugh, and President Sashi Brown join team insider Garrett Downing to discuss how continuity has bred success and their shared championship vision, look back on drafting quarterbacks Joe Flacco and Lamar Jackson, provide their outlook on the future of M&T Bank Stadium, and much more.

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NFL Network's Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo join team insiders Garrett Downing and Clifton Brown to talk about what they expect from the Ravens in 2025, John Harbaugh's contract extension, Lamar Jackson's next step (and contract), the DeAndre Hopkins addition, and much more.

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Team insiders Garrett Downing and Clifton Brown break down what they learned from John Harbaugh's coaches breakfast at the NFL owners meetings, including Harbs' contract extension, Lamar Jackson's contract, Mark Andrews' status, the outlook on the offensive line and secondary, and much more.

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Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing share their thoughts on the addition of veteran CB Chidobe Awuzie and how it impacts the overall defense, look at the free agent field remaining to see if there are any other signings to make, and dive into the updated unofficial depth chart.

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Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing analyze the latest mock drafts from NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah, ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr., and The Athletic to glean similarities and share their reactions. Plus, in honor of Derik Queen's NCAA Tournament buzzer-beater, they debate the Ravens' greatest walk-off touchdowns.

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Ravens Defensive Coordinator Zach Orr talks to Ravens insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing about how his first season in the job went, what he'll roll into this year, his coaching staff hires, the vision for Kyle Hamilton & Marlon Humphrey, improvements for the pass rush and defensive line, and more.

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New Raven Cooper Rush joins team insiders Clifton Brown and Cassie Cherigo to talk about getting to Baltimore, joining the quarterback room with Lamar Jackson, staying ready as a backup, and more.

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March 17, 2025 28 mins
Team insiders Ryan Mink and Clifton Brown talk about the weekend news, including the reported deal for Cooper Rush, a reunion with Ben Cleveland, the Ravens reportedly picking up Mark Andrews' roster bonus, and big news from the Cincinnati Bengals.

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WR DeAndre Hopkins speaks with the media.

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Ravens Pro Bowl FB Patrick Ricard joins team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing to talk about re-signing with the Ravens, whether the Steelers were interested in him, the potential of next year’s offense, being a first-time father and more.

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Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing share their insight on DeAndre Hopkins becoming official, Michael Pierce's retirement, Tylan Wallace's return, a new special teams addition, and a pair of moves at safety with Ar'Darius Washington and Marcus Williams. Plus, they look at what work is still left to do and the moves made by the Steelers and other AFC North rivals.

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Team insiders Ryan Mink and Garrett Downing break down the reported addition of veteran wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins in free agency, including how it fits the mold, how he helps Lamar Jackson, how it could alter the offense, and more.

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