Spoke to Odell Beckham Jr. about his journey and being in this position with the Ravens:
“Its been a tough road…at the end of the day, my career will be not be so much about a one-handed catch, it’ll be about the idea of persistence, perseverance & resiliency…”
#RavensFlock
Justin Tucker addressed the pregame incident with Patrick Mahomes & Travis Kelce. He explained that kickers around the league always warm up in the opposite end zone. And that is what he has done for 12 years.
#RavensFlock
FSU WR Keon Coleman had a “great” meeting w/ Ravens. Asked him abt the prospect of playing w/ Lamar Jackson: “I would be grateful for that…and if they bring Odell back, that would be better…to play with him, Lamar, Zay Flowers & Rashod Bateman would be a dream.
#RavensFlock
I asked
@JohnWall
if playing tonight in front of fans and getting the win gave him closure. His response:
“Nah…I’m still not saying goodbye. You never know what the future can hold.”
#DCAboveAll
#ClipperNation
Spoke to Odell Beckham Jr. about being apart of the Ravens team that is bringing the 1st AFC Championship to Baltimore since 1971:
“When I came here, the city embraced me. There’s alot of pride in that. I want to put on. I want to make them proud.”
#RavensFlock
Zay Flowers said he wants to take on more of a leadership role this year. And it looks like he is starting immediately. Here he is on the sideline coaching up rookie WR Dayton Wade at OTAs.
#RavensFlock
I was in the press room the night Lamar Jackson was drafted by the Ravens at
#32
. I asked him about the wait & he said he was just happy for the other guys. Still a class act. I have no doubt he is ready to prove doubters wrong on Saturday.
#RavensFlock
If anyone knows what hosting an AFC Championship will mean to Baltimore, it’s Justin Tucker. When I asked him about it, he had so much praise for the city & fans: “The relationship between this team and the city is something I’m happy & proud to be apart of.”
#RavensFlock
Angel Reese reflecting on playing in front of her family, friends & hometown fans in DC:
“Tonight kinda gave me the feeling of I’ve done things that I want to do in life…to have my family in the crowd watching me is a great feeling.”
@dbltakesports
#WNBA
#Skytown
I’ve been lowkey on the Deion Sanders move from Jackson State to CU but I will say from a PR view, his exit wasn’t good. To tell players hours before a flight out to Boulder was in poor taste. And to skip talking to media to dodge well-deserved questions...not a good look either.
Michael Pierce on his contract extension, especially after two years of injuries.
“I just walk out there with a different level of gratefulness.”
#RavensFlock
CJ Stroud praised John Harbaugh for reading scripture in his Sunday presser which is one of the reasons I asked him about faith. More from Harbaugh’s response: “The more I trust God, the better I get. So, I’m not ashamed of that, and I think our guys appreciate it.”
#RavensFlock
#Texans
QB CJ Stroud talks about:
- Players appreciating him giving glory to Jesus Christ
- Praised John Harbaugh for reading Scripture
- Said “There’s a lot of [players & coaches] out here that love the Lord”
If anybody has overcome adversity, it’s Derrius Guice. From character rumors days before the Draft (discussed in the video) to two seasons of injuries, he’s been nothing but a class act for the
#Redskins
. Vote
@DhaSickest
as FedEx Ground Player of the Week. Much deserved.
#HTTR
Jadeveon Clowney told me his career “could have been over” after his rookie year injury. How does he feel still being in the game 10 yrs later?
“I thank God…I asked him to help me with these injuries…take the pain out of my body…”
Full🎥
#RavensFlock
Michigan RB Blake Corum confirmed he has not met with the Ravens but being that he went to St Frances Academy in Baltimore & was coached by Jim Harbaugh, he said it “would be great” to play for Coach John Harbaugh.
#RavensFlock
#NFLCombine
Coach Harbaugh said Rashod Bateman’s performance vs. the Dolphins is a prelude to what’s coming. Rashod and I recently discussed how much more potential he has in our 1:1: “In due time.”
I have a feeling playoff Bate is about to go off. Link to full interview ⬇️
#RavensFlock
Ravens are on Monday Night Football! Get ready with my Rashod Bateman 1:1 discussing his transition into Todd Monken’s system, how the receivers are meshing & his ceiling:
“I still have a lot to show…in due time it will happen.”
Full 🎥
#RavensFlock
In my 1-on-1 w/ Jadeveon Clowney, he had alot of praise for Lamar Jackson: “He always speaks highly about how he wants to win. It’s never about him or an individual award. It’s all about the team goals. And its been that way since I got here.”
OBJ also drops in 😂
#RavensFlock
Had a great 1-on-1 with Dalvin Cook (dropping soon) but based on Marlon Humphrey popping into our interview, it looks like this Ravens team has welcomed him with open arms.
Rashod Bateman is back to full speed; Lamar Jackson hit Bate for a 65-yard TD during drills & they had some other nice connections. Good to see them picking up where they left off.
#RavensFlock
I’ve posted Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark content the past two days and let me tell you…the comments under my Angel Reese posts are scathing. People dislike her simply for being. I hope she continues to thrive and block out the hateful rhetoric she is getting at just 22.
#WNBA
🗣Here me when I say: Chase Young doesn’t have to be scared of Tom Brady. Win or lose, Chase has the right attitude. He should want all the smoke. Be hungry no matter who it is.
#WashingtonFootball
Wizards comeback after a 16-point deficit to defeat the
#Lakers
127-119. Also check out Russell Westbrook showing love to Rui Hachimura & Deni Avdija. He was always big on the young guys.
#DCAboveAll
#LakeShow
In my latest 1:1 w/ Jadeveon Clowney, we discuss the Ravens elite defense:
“I feel like our whole defense should have made the Pro Bowl if you want me to be honest.”
He also shares why comfort with the team has elevated his play.
Full 🎥
#RavensFlock
Asked Odell Beckham Jr. his reaction to Rashod Bateman scoring his first TD of the season after all the adversity he has faced to get back to this point: “I told him tonight was going to be the night.”
#RavensFlock
#TNFonPrime
Nate Wiggins participating in drills with some of the DBs…
Defensive coordinator Zach Orr said after OTAs Day 3 that he is really “excited” about Wiggins as they continue to work with him more.
#RavensFlock
Coach Harbaugh prays with his players & has been vocal about faith. I asked him why that is a key part of the Ravens identity:
“If faith is a part of who you are then it's welcomed. It's the only thing that really does change our heart, in my opinion, is faith.”
#RavensFlock
For those wondering about Keaton Mitchell, here he is signing autographs after training camp practice. Although he hasn’t participated in offseason activities, he has been visible on the sidelines for OTAs, minicamp, etc.
#RavensFlock
Oklahoma offensive lineman Anton Harrison is from D.C. He told me that he met with the
#Commanders
at the
#NFLCombine
, and discussed what it would mean to him to play in his hometown and what he brings to a NFL team.
#HTTC
@dbltakesports
Tavius Robinson made the big tackle to keep the Falcons from a successful 3-pt conversion. He said it meant alot to make the play after the defense gave up the TD. Robinson also responds to the praise he is getting from coaches.
#RavensFlock
#Redskins
kicker Dustin Hopkins has a heartfelt message for fans after getting their first home win in over a year: “I’m sorry the fans had to wait this long...I know its been tough...thank you for sticking with us thus far.”
#HTTR
#RedskinsTweetTeam
@3ptCnvrsn
Natasha Cloud’s (
@T_Cloud4
) parting words after postgame interviews: “Be safe, get vaccinated, and wear a mask. Don’t be an a-hole, don’t be selfish.” Gotta love it! 🤣
#Mystics
#WNBA
After four seasons of covering the Commanders, a new opportunity to be the Ravens reporter for
@BowieTVSports
has presented itself. Excited to cover the other big team in the DC/MD market!! Catch our coverage on Verizon 11, Comcast Xfinity 77 & YouTube.
#RavensFlock
In my 1-on-1 w/ Dalvin Cook, we discuss his pre-existing South Florida bond with Lamar Jackson, Zay Flowers & Tyler Huntley, his transition from the Jets to the Ravens + how he’s settling in:
“To be apart of this means alot to me.”
Full 🎥
#RavensFlock
John Wall’s (
@JohnWall
) Thanksgiving Assist is gearing up. Participants will receive free hot meals courtesy of Henry Soul Cafe. Crazy long line puts in perspective how many families are in need this holiday season.
#JWFF
RB Braelon Allen told me he had an informal meeting w/ Ravens. Also said his physicality is a top attribute so I asked abt non-physical strengths: “my IQ separates me from other players. I see the game from a different lens & take my studying very seriously.”
#RavensFlock
Zay Flowers returned to practice this week. With all the talk about how the Ravens are different since Week 1 against
#Texans
, I asked him how that applied to the receivers.
“I think we had a good connection from the time we got here….”
#RavensFlock
A quick
#PRTake
on Ed Reed’s contract negotiations falling through with Bethune Cookman. I don’t recommend any organization announcing a new hire, partnership, etc. without details being finalized. Hopes get up then there could be disappointment. More ⤵️
#ParksPR
#SportsPR
During the Combine, Nate Wiggins described his speed and called himself the best corner in the
#NFLDraft
. That confidence will go a long way with the Ravens.
#RavensFlock
Ravens began their offseason workout program today. Here are some sights and sounds from the first day back to work for new Ravens RB Derrick Henry who is joined by the familiar faces of Lamar Jackson, Zay Flowers, Josh Johnson & more.
#RavensFlock
🎥 via
@Ravens
Derrick Henry just held a backpack & school supply giveaway for Baltimore City youth. Asked him how it felt to start making his mark in the community: “I was happy to do that. I just wanted to get my hands in the community early…I’m looking forward to doing more.”
#RavensFlock
I caught up w/ Ravens WR and 9-year
#NFL
vet Nelson Agholor who is quietly one of the Ravens top receivers with 4 TDs this season. We discuss how having “fun” has led to success, the experience he brings to the receiver room & more.
Full 🎥
#RavensFlock
As Marvin Bagley III is being helped off the court after an injury on the previous play, Anthony Gill walks up and appears to pray over him.
Gill is known for his spirituality. That display of character is why Gill’s teammates have so much respect for him.
#FortheDistrict
Lamar Jackson said he is cool sitting out on Saturday vs. Steelers.
“I believe Snoop [Tyler Huntley] can get the job done.”
No surprise QB1 will sit this one out.
#RavensFlock
My 1st season as the Ravens reporter for
@BowieTVSports
owes me nothing. And shoutout to
#RavensFlock
for welcoming me in. Had a blast bringing you player 1-on-1s, gameday analysis, playoff coverage & more. Now here’s to what will likely be an eventful offseason!
#womeninsports
Another WR for the Ravens to watch is Adonai Mitchell. He said changing his pace while running routes allows him to be “in control” and he applies elements from various NFL receivers to his game: “If you ain’t cheating, you ain’t trying.”
#RavensFlock
#NFLCombine
Mark Andrews discussed his return for the AFC Championship and said he is going to give it all he’s got. Also noted he has never seen Lamar [Jackson] “like this.” So I asked what he is seeing from him:
“That’s the MVP right there, and he’s playing at that level.”
#RavensFlock
After participating in Wizards pre-draft workouts, Kansas State PG Markquis Nowell (
@MrNewYorkCityy
) shared with me what he is learning about himself through this process & some advice he received from Muggsy Bogues that has stuck with him: “Just be a good person.”
@dbltakesports
After two preseason games, John Harbaugh is not ready to name the starting O-Line but says they are getting close. Here’s the offensive lineman working on snaps with Lamar Jackson and the backup QBs.
#RavensFlock
More from Nelson Agholor 1:1 - There are alot of untrue assumptions made about
@obj
so we dove into the truth about Odell Beckham Jr. as a teammate:
“He’s very unselfish”
Plus how the Ravens “family” vibe makes this team special.
More:
#RavensFlock
The Ravens have agreed to terms on a two-year contract with Kyle Van Noy.
When I spoke to him and Kyle Hamilton at Super Bowl, Van Noy expressed excitement about playing for new DC Zach Orr and now he will be back to do so!
Full 🎥
#RavensFlock
More from my 1-on-1 with Dalvin Cook:
⚫️He talks to Zay Flowers daily
⚫️Is most impressed w/ the Ravens culture(& Harbaugh’s dance moves)
⚫️Thinks Ravens win AFC Championship “if we just go out there and be us, we’ll be good.”
Full 🎥
#RavensFlock
Spoke to Coach Harbaugh after Ravens rookie camp Day 2 about Jordan Toles from Baltimore and Morgan State University (
@MSUBearsFB
): “He looked really good the last two days. I just think he’s a distinctive player whose got a high-level of ability.”
#RavensFlock
#HBCU
In my 1-on-1 with Ravens rookie linebacker Trenton Simpson, he talked to me about taking advantage of his opportunities vs. Steelers, transitioning from college to NFL & learning from Roquan Smith/Patrick Queen:
“I’m loving it.”
Full 🎥
#RavensFlock
Following their intro press conference, Wizards 1st rounders Alex Sarr, Bub Carrington & Kyshawn George are participating in a youth basketball clinic in partnership w/ Jr. Wizards & Leveling the Playing Field at Barry Farms Recreation Center in Southeast D.C.
@dbltakesports
Spoke to Patrick Mahomes at
#SBLVIII
about the growth he’s seen from Lamar Jackson over the past few yrs: “It’s hard when you win the MVP that first season to strive to get better and he’s done that. That’s probably why he’ll win the MVP here in a couple of days…”
#RavensFlock
As a Baltimore native, Wizards No. 14 draft pick Bub Carrington is close to
@carmeloanthony
& he’s been a mentor to him. I asked Bub what’s the best advice Carmelo Anthony has given him:
“To be a professional, not a pro. You have to approach the game with a different mindset.”
Instead of talking about the Mystics win postgame, Natasha Cloud (
@T_Cloud4
) chose to reflect on George Floyd & social justice reform.
“I hope you focus on what today should be focused on...not this game...we’re talking about black & brown people’s lives.”
#TogetherDC
Owning my own sports company isn’t easy and quite frankly being a smaller outlet isn’t always respected in this industry. But I am constantly reminded to keep pushing towards my goals and force those doors to open.
#NBAAllStarWeekend
x
@dbltakesports
was a huge success ✅🙏🏾
When I asked Lamar Jackson about clinching the playoffs, he said he didn’t know ahead of time…he just wanted to win but he is “grateful for the opportunity.” Also shouted out
#RavensFlock
fans for being in the building.