Dad Bods, Crabcakes and Sports: An Orioles, Ravens, and Terps podcast

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Dad Bods, Crabcakes and Sports: An Orioles, Ravens, and Terps podcast episodes

August 30 Who Makes the Ravens 53-Man Roster? Backup QB Battle, Cuts & Orioles Playoff Push
The Baltimore Ravens are done with preseason football, and now the real decisions begin. Who makes the 53-man roster?
On this episode of Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports, Jason, John and Mike break down the Baltimore Ravens following their dominant preseason finale and take a deep dive into the biggest roster battles heading into the 2026 NFL season.
🏈 The Ravens dominated the preseason—but what does it really mean?
The guys discuss the Ravens' impressive defensive performances, roster depth and the players who helped themselves during training camp and the preseason. But with final cuts coming, the biggest question is simple:
Who makes the Ravens' 53-man roster?
The guys debate several Ravens roster bubble players and take a close look at one of the most interesting battles on the team:
🏈 The Backup Quarterback Debate
Should the Ravens stick with Tyler Huntley behind Lamar Jackson? Or has the preseason performance of Devin Leary/Fagnano created a legitimate roster dilemma?
The guys discuss the importance of quarterback depth, salary-cap considerations, practice squad possibilities and whether the Ravens should risk losing a young quarterback with potential.
They also break down:
• Ravens final roster predictions
• 53-man roster bubble players
• Running back depth and roster construction
• Defensive line decisions
• Aeneas Peebles and his role on the team
• Keon Martin and other preseason standouts
• Ravens roster cuts and practice squad possibilities
• Trades and getting value for players who may not make the final roster
• The Ravens' kicking concerns heading into the regular season
⚾ Then it's time to talk Baltimore Orioles baseball.
Can the Orioles still make a playoff run?
The guys discuss Baltimore's postseason chances, what needs to happen down the stretch and whether the Orioles have enough to make a serious push for the playoffs.
🏆 And of course, it wouldn't be Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports without a game.
Jason puts John and Mike to the test with an NFL trivia challenge featuring undrafted players, Hall of Famers and some of the greatest names in football history.
If you love the Baltimore Ravens, Baltimore Orioles, NFL roster moves, football analysis, MLB playoff races and sports trivia, this episode is for you.
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1 hr 18 min
August 29 Dad Bods Fantasy Fix 4: 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Strategy, Sleepers & Rankings with KZ Ken Zalis
Fantasy Football season is here, and we brought in an expert!
On this episode of Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports, Jason, John, Mike and Colin welcome KZ — Ken Zalis for a deep dive into the 2026 fantasy football season.
Ken Zalis has spent years covering fantasy football, creating rankings, writing articles and helping fantasy football players find an edge. From his early days building FansFantasyFootball.com to his work in Baltimore sports media and fantasy football, KZ has built a reputation for identifying breakout players, sleepers and draft values.
🏈 In this episode, we talk about:
• 2026 fantasy football draft strategy
• Fantasy football sleepers and breakout candidates
• Mock drafts and what we can learn from them
• Who to draft, who to avoid and where to find value
• Late-round sleepers and hidden gems
• Running back strategy vs. wide receiver strategy
• When to draft quarterbacks and tight ends
• Superflex draft strategy
• Dynasty fantasy football
• Waiver wire strategy
• DFS and weekly rankings
• The importance of opportunity and touches in fantasy football
KZ explains why he has always believed running backs are king in fantasy football and why he prioritizes opportunity, touches and roster construction over simply following the latest draft trends. If you're deciding between loading up on wide receivers or grabbing elite running backs early, this conversation could change the way you approach your draft.
We also hear some of KZ's favorite fantasy football success stories, including identifying Marcus Colston early and taking a chance on Puka Nacua before he became a fantasy football star. KZ shares why he loves searching for late-round sleepers and why the preseason can provide valuable clues for fantasy managers willing to pay attention.
Plus, KZ talks about his return to fantasy football content, including mock drafts, rankings, waiver wire advice, sleepers and more.
Whether you're preparing for your 2026 fantasy football draft, playing redraft, dynasty, Superflex or DFS, this episode is packed with strategy, stories and fantasy football advice to help you find an edge.
🎧 If you love fantasy football, the NFL, draft strategy and finding sleepers before your league mates do, this is an episode you don't want to miss.
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1 hr 15 min
August 25 Orioles Playoff Push, Ravens Roster Battles & 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Targets

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1 hr 11 min
August 23 Pete Alonso Is ON FIRE! Orioles-Rays, Ravens Defense & Rashod Bateman Fallout
Pete Alonso is absolutely carrying the Orioles right now — but can Baltimore make a late-season push?
On this episode of Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports, John, Jason, and Mike break down another wild night in Baltimore sports, starting with the Orioles and their impressive matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays. We talk about Pete Alonso's incredible hot streak, his leadership, MVP possibilities, Dylan Beavers' clutch performance, the Orioles' pitching and defense, and whether Baltimore finally has a formula that can keep them in the Wild Card race.
We also get into the controversial MLB replay and umpiring decisions, including the Pete Alonso home-run controversy, and debate whether Major League Baseball needs better technology to get these calls right.
Then it's on to the Baltimore Ravens preseason, where the defense dominated the Vikings. We break down Jesse Minter's new Ravens defense, five sacks, two turnovers, the attention to detail under the new coaching staff, Tyler Loop's bounce-back performance, Ryan Eckley, Snoop Huntley vs. Devin Fagnano, and what Baltimore should do at quarterback.
And there's plenty more Ravens conversation, including the ongoing comparisons between Jesse Minter's coaching staff and John Harbaugh's previous regime, plus the latest controversy surrounding Rashod Bateman and what it could mean for the Ravens and the NFL.
We also pay tribute to Trey Mancini as he announces his retirement and discuss his impact on the Orioles and Baltimore baseball.
Plus: Dad Bod questions, karaoke songs, smash burgers, Old Bay eggs, fantasy football, and plenty of the completely unfiltered sports arguments you've come to expect from Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports.
🔥 Topics covered:
Pete Alonso and his incredible Orioles hot streak
Baltimore Orioles vs. Tampa Bay Rays
Orioles Wild Card race
Dylan Beavers and clutch hitting
Orioles pitching and defense
MLB replay and umpiring controversy
Pete Alonso home-run controversy
Baltimore Ravens preseason
Ravens vs. Minnesota Vikings
Jesse Minter and the new Ravens defense
Ravens sacks and turnovers
Tyler Loop and Ryan Eckley
Snoop Huntley vs. Devin Fagnano
Ravens quarterback competition
Rashod Bateman and NFL discipline
Jesse Minter vs. John Harbaugh
Trey Mancini retirement
Fantasy football
MLB and NFL news
Baltimore sports
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1 hr 22 min
August 22 Dad Bods Fantasy Fix Episode 3
Jason and Collin give listeners fantasy football news, notes, and advice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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1 hr 6 min
August 19 Baltimore Ravens Senior Director of Digital Strategy and Innovation Dave Lang Joins the Dad Bods
What do the Baltimore Ravens, MySpace, chocolate chip cookies, baseball, and running seven marathons on seven continents in seven days have in common? Dave Lang!
On this episode of Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports, Jason, John, and Mike sit down with longtime Baltimore Ravens Dave Lang, Senior Director of Digital Strategy and Innovation, for a wide-ranging conversation about his incredible 20-year journey with the Ravens.
Dave takes us behind the scenes of the Ravens' digital evolution—from the early days of BaltimoreRavens.com, message boards, and MySpace to today's world of social media, mobile apps, digital content, and innovation.
We also talk Ravens football, the transition from John Harbaugh to the new era under Jesse Minter, the expectations surrounding the 2026 Ravens, and what it's like inside an NFL organization preparing to compete at the highest level.
But the most inspiring part of the conversation is Dave's connection to the late O.J. Brigance, his battle with ALS, and the incredible challenge Dave has taken on in O.J.'s honor.
In January, Dave will attempt 7 marathons on 7 different continents in 7 consecutive days—an extraordinary challenge accomplished by fewer than 300 people worldwide. His goal is to raise $100,000 for the Brigance Brigade Foundation, helping support families and individuals battling ALS.
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1 hr 9 min
August 15 Dadbods Fantasy Football Fix: Episode 2
Fantasy Football Busts and Sleepers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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54 min
August 15Ravens Preseason Dominance, Orioles Playoff Hopes & Mike Elias Debate
The Baltimore Ravens are off to an impressive start in the preseason, and Mike Friskey and John Landskroener break down everything from the Ravens’ defensive intensity to the emergence of young players like Lane, Fagnano, and Hibner. Is Jesse Minter’s new defensive system already making an impact? Could the Ravens have uncovered some legitimate depth? And should Baltimore be concerned about the kicking game?
Then it’s time for the Baltimore Orioles, where somehow a team sitting around .500 is still right in the middle of the American League playoff race. The guys debate whether the Orioles can make a postseason run, what the return of Samuel Basallo could mean, and whether Mike Elias deserves criticism for failing to make bigger moves at the trade deadline.
They also tackle the big question: Could a sub-.500 team actually make the MLB playoffs—and potentially win the World Series?
Plus:
🏈 Ravens vs. Eagles preseason reaction

🔥 Jacoby Lane and the Ravens’ young wide receivers

🛡️ Jesse Minter’s defensive impact

🎯 Ravens kicking and punting concerns

⚾ Orioles wild-card chances

🧢 Mike Elias vs. Dan Duquette debate

🩹 Basallo, Bautista and the Orioles’ injury situation

🍗 The Dad Bod Question of the Day: What food could you never give up?

🥓 The eternal greatness of bacon

🌴 Florida Man vs. a Maryland guy three Natty Bohs deep

😂 The Dad Joke of the Day
It’s another Saturday night of Baltimore sports, Ravens football, Orioles baseball, dad-bod debates, bacon, beer and plenty of laughs on Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports.
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1 hr 5 min
August 11 Ravens Training Camp Injury, WR Preview, Dean Kremer Dominates and more
Nate Wiggins is injured in a one on one drill at Baltimore Ravens Training Camp. The dad's preview the Ravens wide receiver room and pass rush. Dean Kremer dominates the Orioles and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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1 hr 2 min
August 09 Orioles vs. Rangers, Ravens Training Camp, NFL Predictions, and more!
John, Jason, and Mike go over the Orioles struggles against the Texas Rangers. They evaluate the team's struggles and what should be done about general manager Mike Elias. Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is injured in practice and the guys give their opinions on what that means for the team. Afterwards they give some NFL predictions and Jason wins another game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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1 hr 21 min

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Welcome to Dad Bods, Crabcakes and Sports - where husky, middle-aged men share insight on the latest Baltimore sports news. From the Bank to the Yard and beyond, we’re breaking down the Ravens,…