

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.
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Jul 20, 2017 • 28min
#66: Camp Approaches, New Podcast Debuts
Mink is out (again), so Sarah Ellison stops by the Lounge to talk this year's training camp. Garrett and Sarah discuss the biggest questions for the season, and Sarah announces the debut of a brand-new Ravens podcast that takes an inside look at the Harbaughs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 13, 2017 • 28min
#65: Details Behind Major M&T Bank Stadium Upgrades
Ravens Vice President of Broadcasting Jay O'Brien stops by the Lounge to discuss the impressive new video boards getting installed at the stadium (2:50), and what went into Brian Billick becoming the team's color analyst (12:37) for preseason broadcasts. Columnist John Eisenberg also comes by to talk training camp (18:45) and the release of his new book (23:35). Got a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net and tell us what you like (or don't like) and what you want to hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 29, 2017 • 41min
#64: 3 Undrafted Rookies Stop by The Lounge
This week it's a medley of potential undrafted gems. WR/RS Tim White (3:52), RB Taquan Mizzell (14:56) and FB Ricky Ortiz (24:45) share their unique stories ranging from homelessness to being a five-star prospect and even avocado farming. Got a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net and tell us what you like (or don't like) and what you want to hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 22, 2017 • 34min
#63: Benjamin Watson Stops by The Lounge
The guys talk about their competitive food eating (5:55), then Mink gets into an in-depth talk with the veteran TE about his new book (9:21), race in America (16:19), his recent trip to Lebanon (22:24) and his football comeback (27:00). Got a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net and tell us what you like (or don't like) and what you want to hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 14, 2017 • 24min
#62: Tony Jefferson Stops by The Lounge
The Ravens' new safety talks about fitting in (3:25), what kind of role he intends to play in this defense (5:24) and why he considers this to be a pivotal season for him (10:02). Plus, he tells the story of when he was visited by a ghost (19:34). Got a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net and tell us what you like (or don't like) and what you want to hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 8, 2017 • 26min
#61: Jameel McClain Stops by The Lounge
After no episode last week, the guys react to the Tavon Young (10:10) and Dennis Pitta injuries (2:23). Assistant Director of Player Engagement Jameel McClain also joins to talk about the work he's doing with the rookies (17:50) and what it's like being a suit now (16:37). Got a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net and tell us what you like (or don't like) and what you want to hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 2017 • 38min
#60: Deep Dive Into Ravens’ WR Situation
With OTAs heating up, the guys also give quick-hit takes on the offensive line (13:15), pass rusher (12:55) and more. Plus, The Common Man joins to tell the story of playing kickball with C.J. Mosley (17:17) and referee the guys’ heated road trip draft (21:39). Got a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net and tell us what you like (or don't like) and what you want to hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 17, 2017 • 32min
#59: Breshad Perriman Stops by The Lounge
The third-year wide receiver opens up about the struggles he went through, from injuries (9:14), Tray Walker's death (13:12) and his father's life-changing health scare (15:00). Plus, he talks about his big opportunity and expectations for 2017 (5:08). Got a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net and tell us what you like (or don't like) and what you want to hear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 12, 2017 • 24min
#58: Alex Lewis Stops by The Lounge
Where is the Ravens' second-year lineman going to play this year? The guys pepper him with questions on that topic (3:04). Plus Alex talks about the role his dad (a former NFL center) played in his career (14:29), his mom's influence on his dancing skills (15:40) and his woodworking hobby (17:02). Got a comment or suggestion? Email the show at thelounge@ravens.nfl.net and tell us what you like (or don't like) and what you want to hear. And leave us a rating and review!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 4, 2017 • 27min
#57: Recapping The Ravens' 2017 Draft
The guys discuss why picking Marlon Humphrey surprised a lot of fans (2:55), why the Ravens didn't pick a wide receiver (7:48) and what happens next on the offensive line (19:11). Plus, why Garrett owes Mink a dollar (9:05).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


