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The Banner Ravens Podcast

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The Baltimore Banner presents ’The Banner Ravens Podcast,’ hosted by Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer. Twice a week, we’ll have in-depth analysis and breakdowns featuring The Banner’s roster, including columnist Kyle Goon and reporter Giana Han. Nobody does Ravens coverage like The Baltimore Banner.
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Week 10: Is adding CB Tre'Davious White enough as Ravens prepare for Bengals?

A week after trading for wide receiver Diontae Johnson, the Ravens added a piece to their secondary in two-time Pro Bowler Tre’Davious White. But did Eric DeCosta do enough to help his defense? Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the move for White before previewing Thursday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Nov 05, 202440 minEp. 104

Jackson, Henry combine for 5 TDs in rout of Broncos

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the Ravens' dominant 41-10 win over the Broncos, giving their Word of the Day (1:12), discuss why Baltimore has the NFL's best offense (4:51), marvel at Derrick Henry's ridiculous season (12:07), analyze the defense's day (18:34) and more.

Nov 03, 202436 minEp. 103

Week 9: Trade deadline targets, Marcus Williams' benching and defensive disguises

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss Joe Flacco's return to a starting role in Indianapolis (1:45) and the weirdness surrounding Marcus Williams' benching (3:00). Then they provide some names of pass rushers and safeties Baltimore could target in the next five days (6:20). Later in the podcast, Paul delivers his Word of the Day (17:57), defensive guru Cody Alexander joins to talk about the Ravens' defensive mishaps (23:33) and Paul and Jonas wonder about the health of Lamar Jackson be...

Oct 31, 202446 minEp. 102

EDC makes preemptive strike, trades for WR Diontae Johnson

Eric DeCosta didn’t wait until the Nov. 5 deadline to make a major trade. The Ravens sent a fifth-round pick to the Panthers in exchange for veteran wide receiver Diontae Johnson and a sixth-rounder. Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the move, discussing the compensation (1:15), Johnson's situation entering Baltimore (4:45), his career arc (7:22), his fit in Baltimore (9:59) and more. Then they wonder if the Ravens can still add a defensive player at the deadline (18:42).

Oct 29, 202430 minEp. 101

Ravens drop the ball and the game in Cleveland

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer dissect what went wrong on a sunny afternoon in Cleveland. They deliver their Word of the Day (2:45), lament the secondary and the benching of Marcus Williams (6:54), challenge the pass rush (14:04), question the play-calling (24:55) and wonder about Justin Tucker (35:35).

Oct 27, 202440 minEp. 100

Week 8: The Cleveland Browns are an abject disaster

As the Ravens ride the highs of a five-game winning streak, their divisional foes in northeast Ohio trudge through a brutal 1-6 season. Can Baltimore add to Browns fans’ misery Sunday? Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer debate Keaton Mitchell's role in the offense when he returns (1:50), Roquan Smith's meh season (9:59) and trade deadline targets (13:26). Then they're joined by ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi to preview Sunday's matchup (23:59).

Oct 24, 202445 minEp. 99

Who's stopping this offense? Bateman goes off in beatdown of Bucs

It’s “pick your poison” with this Ravens offense. If you sell out to stop the run, you expose yourself to a Lamar Jackson deep ball. If you play it safe, you could get run over by Derrick Henry. On Monday night, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers chose to ingest all the poisons at once. Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer react to a dominant win in Tampa and discuss Lamar Jackson’s near-perfect performance, Rashod Bateman’s breakout game and more.

Oct 22, 202439 minEp. 98

Week 7: First trimester report and Buccaneers preview

Remember when there was panic in Baltimore over a winless football team? It feels like forever ago, but the Ravens’ 0-2 start had many wondering if John Harbaugh’s squad was poised for a step back. But a four-game win streak has gotten the Ravens back on track and poised to make another run at the top seed in the AFC. Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer provide temperature checks on the Ravens’ roster and coaching staff after six games. Then they preview Monday’s game against the Tampa Bay B...

Oct 17, 202444 minEp. 97

Zay Flowers, offense rule the day in 30-23 win over Commanders

Sunday’s matchup between Baltimore and Washington figured to be an offense-heavy affair, and quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels delivered a duel that lived up to the hype. From M&T Bank Stadium, co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the Ravens’ 30-23 win over the Commanders, giving their Word of the Day (1:15), discussing Lamar Jackson's commanding performance (1:55) and Zay Flowers’ productive day (5:20). Then they dissect the defense (14:15), Odafe Oweh's slow start...

Oct 13, 202433 minEp. 96

Week 6: Todd Monken head coaching buzz and Commanders preview

We’re only five weeks into the season, but Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is back at the center of the MVP conversation yet again, and the offensive coordinator who helped get him there is generating head coaching buzz. Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss Dean Pees' return (1:22), Jackson’s MVP candidacy (9:25) and the Todd Monken head coaching chatter (13:20). Then they preview Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders (19:30).

Oct 10, 202443 minEp. 95

Instant classic: Jackson outduels Burrow in wild overtime win

If you like defense, Sunday’s 41-38 overtime thriller in Cincinnati was not for you. But, if you get your kicks from watching two superstar quarterbacks picking apart secondaries, you were in luck. Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down a wild Ravens win, beginning with the Word of the Day (1:03). Then they discuss Lamar Jackson’s remarkable day (4:22), what plagued the defense (17:18) and more.

Oct 06, 202433 minEp. 94

King Henry reigns, Ravens deliver statement win over Bills

Heading into Sunday’s matchup against the Bills, the Ravens were searching for their first complete win of the season. They got it in a dominant victory in prime time, handing Buffalo its first loss of the year. Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the Ravens’ impressive performance. They start with Jonas' Word of the Day (1:15), then analyze Derrick Henry’s monster night (3:50), the defense's stellar game (15:00) and more.

Sep 30, 202430 minEp. 92

Week 4: Justin Tucker, Roquan Smith among stars who need to step up

Much of the Ravens’ early struggles could be explained by the team’s reliance on unproven players, such as guard Daniel Faalele and Trenton Simpson. But some of the team’s veterans, including kicker Justin Tucker and tight end Mark Andrews, aren’t living up to expectations either. What’s going on with Baltimore’s stars? Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the return of edge rusher Yannick Ngakoue (1:30) some concerning signs from some of the team’s key players (7:10). Then they previ...

Sep 26, 202441 minEp. 91

Derrick Henry dominates in Dallas, but near-collapse leaves sour taste

This is how the 2024 Ravens are supposed to look. Well, at least for three quarters. Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the team’s 28-25 win over the Dallas Cowboys, discussing Derrick Henry’s impressive day, a bounce-back game for the offensive line and a confounding fourth quarter.

Sep 23, 202441 minEp. 90

Week 3: Challenging coaching, Daniel Faalele and offense's identity with Kyle Goon

The Ravens’ problems are apparent to those who watched the team’s first two games. But are their issues fixable at this point in the season? Columnist Kyle Goon joins co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer to discuss why head coach John Harbaugh is not on the hot seat (3:24), Daniel Faalele's spot at right guard (9:20), the offense's identity (19:43) and more. Then, Kyle, Paul and Jonas preview the Ravens’ Week 3 game against the Cowboys (24:33).

Sep 19, 202441 minEp. 89

Week 2: Ravens searching for offensive identity as Minshew Mania descends

One game into the Ravens’ 2024 season, we’re still trying to determine how this team plans to attack their opponents. Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer play a Vegas-style question game (1:43) about what they've seen from the Ravens so far. Then, they preview Sunday’s matchup against the Raiders (21:40).

Sep 12, 202446 minEp. 87

Week 1: What's at stake in AFC Championship rematch

It’s only Week 1, but it’s hard to ignore the narratives swirling around the Ravens’ matchup against the Chiefs. Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the return of QB Tyler Huntley (0:56) and Paul's Word of the Day (7:55). Then they dive into the narratives of Thursday's game, including Lamar Jackson's quest for GOAT status (17:53) and Travis Kelce's beef with Justin Tucker (25:11). Finally, they preview the AFC Championship Game rematch (28:00) and give score predictions (44:12).

Sep 03, 202448 minEp. 85

Previewing the 2024 season and making our predictions

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the tragic passing of offensive line coach Joe D'Alessandris (0:20). Then they dissect the Ravens' initial 53-man roster (4:00) and dive into their season preview (11:23) and predictions (46:27).

Aug 28, 202458 minEp. 84

Talking rookies, offensive line and backup QB with Giana Han

Giana Han joins Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer to debate the biggest issues facing the Ravens, including contributions of the rookie class, offensive line uncertainty and the backup quarterback situation. Then Giana provides an update from Steelers training camp.

Aug 21, 202433 minEp. 82

Josh Johnson, David Ojabo bounce back in preseason win over Falcons

Quarterback Josh Johnson and outside linebacker David Ojabo came into Saturday’s preseason game against the Falcons in need of a strong performance. Both delivered for the Ravens in a 13-12 win. Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer talk about Johnson's big day (2:37), QB Emory Jones (10:05), offensive line (13:15), the wideouts (17:00), David Ojabo (21:20) and more.

Aug 17, 202434 minEp. 81

John Harbaugh has "visions" and Lamar Jackson returns to practice

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh made headlines Sunday when he said his “vision” is for Lamar Jackson to be known as the greatest quarterback of all time. What did Harbaugh hope to accomplish with his proclamation? Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer talk about Jackson’s return to practice (1:59). Then they discuss Baltimore’s impressive defense (9:07) and Harbaugh’s lofty goals for Jackson (18:46).

Jul 24, 202430 minEp. 78

Ravens sign safety Eddie Jackson on eve of training camp

The Ravens added veteran safety Eddie Jackson on Friday, addressing their biggest roster need on the eve of training camp. What will the roster look like by the time camp closes? Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the signing (3:13) and attempt to predict how camp will play out over the next six weeks (12:45).

Jul 20, 202432 minEp. 77

What works well (and what doesn't) in Todd Monken's offense?

Coordinator Todd Monken reshaped the Ravens’ offense in his first season in Baltimore. What does he have in store for Year 2? Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer remember the life of former Ravens wide receiver and returner Jacoby Jones (0:30). Then they discuss Baltimore's recent roster moves (8:50) and are joined by offensive guru Bobby Peters to dive deep into the concepts Monken utilized the most in 2023 (12:50).

Jul 16, 202439 minEp. 76

The 2024 Ravens Roster Draft

Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer have some fun with their downtime by drafting the Ravens’ current roster into a pair of 22-player squads. With Lamar Jackson serving as QB1 on both teams, Jonas has a bevy of options with the No. 1 overall pick. Which host will end up with the better team? Vote for your favorite on Twitter: @allBannerSports!

Jul 09, 20241 hrEp. 75
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