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  • All These Rumors

    Russell Street Report’s Tony Lombardi and Brian McFarland address some wild rumors tied to the Ravens and they dive into a few interesting things shared by Eric DeCosta during his recent presser at the NFL Combine.

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      • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

      54 min
    • Ravens Go Into The Void

      Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi from Russell Street Report discuss the case of Zay Flowers and the legal and league ramifications; the impact of the voidable option years from 2023 on the Ravens 2024 salary cap; why it seems unlikely that Kevin Zeitler will return to Baltimore; how does Nelson Agholor’s re-signing impact the cap; and ways that Tyus Bowser could still be a Raven.

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      • www.russellstreetreport.com
      • http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport
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        • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

        33 min
      • How to Create Cap Space in Baltimore

        Tony Lombardi and Brian McFarland discuss the aftermath of Super Bowl 58, the Zay Flowers situation along with ways to create cap space to enable the Ravens to keep veterans like Kevin Zeitler and Justin Madubuike. What will happen with Marlon Humphrey, Ronnie Stanley and Marcus Williams. Plus we discuss why Monday, February 19 is an important date for the Baltimore Ravens.

        Topics discussed:

        1. Lamar Jackson
        2. Baltimore Ravens
        3. Salary Cap and Contracts 2024

          4. Links mentioned in this episode:

          • www.russellstreetreport.com
          • http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport
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            • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

            1 hr 3 min
          • Tough Decisions Loom For The Ravens

            Tony Lombardi, Brian McFarland and Jeff Zrebiec from The Athletic discuss the Ravens offseason plans following the disappointing end to the Ravens once promising 2023 season.

            Topics discussed:

            1. Lamar Jackson
            2. Baltimore Ravens
            3. Salary Cap and Contracts 2024

              4. Links mentioned in this episode:

              • www.russellstreetreport.com
              • http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport
              • https://twitter.com/RussellStReport

                • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                1 hr 35 min
              • Spending to the Cap Has Consequences

                Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi discuss the Ravens current cap situation and what they can do to create space in order to be players at the trade deadline. Who are the most likely restructure candidates? Are void years an option? How will the team's all-in for 2023 approach affect the cap in 2024? This and more in this edition of The Front Office.

                Topics discussed:

                1. Lamar Jackson
                2. Baltimore Ravens
                3. Salary Cap and Contracts 2023

                  4. Links mentioned in this episode:

                  • www.russellstreetreport.com
                  • http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport
                  • https://twitter.com/RussellStReport

                    • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                    46 min
                  • The Funding Rule: How it Affects The NFL

                    Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi discuss the pros and cons for players and owners of an archaic rule implemented and still enforced by the NFL owners -- "The Funding Rule". Plus an update on Lamar Jackson and what we can expect moving forward. Is a 3-year, $153M fully guaranteed contract the way to go for LJ?

                    Links mentioned in this episode:

                    • www.russellstreetreport.com
                    • http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport
                    • https://twitter.com/RussellStReport

                      • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                      24 min
                    • Ravens Salary Cap Update: The Continuing Saga of Lamar Jackson

                      How will things play out with Lamar Jackson? What is the cap impact of a long-term deal v. the non-exclusive franchise tag? Can the Ravens still sign a FA WR or trade for one? What happens if Lamar sits out the season? Could he?

                      These pressing questions and much more asked and answered.

                      01:00: Ravens current cap situation

                      02:36: Details on Justice Hill’s cap friendly deal
                      05:50: Recent cap savings transactions
                      08:31: Pros and cons of voidable options
                      13:24: How to create an additional $26M+ in cap space
                      16:17: Why the non-exclusive makes sense
                      21:55: Is Lamar caught in the crosshairs of collusion?
                      25:37: The deal currently on the table for Lamar
                      29:10: EDC, Lamar and the influence of the NFLPA
                      34:18: The value of an agent
                      38:28: Cap savings inherent in a long-term deal
                      40:10: A strategy to get that elusive No. 1 WR
                      44:50: Implications of the Franchise Tag
                      46:25: Could Lamar sit out the season?
                      48:48: Might Lamar sit out and if so what are the ramifications?

                      Links mentioned in this episode:

                      • www.russellstreetreport.com
                      • http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport
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                        • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                        53 min
                      • The Costs of Going All-In

                        Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi from Russell Street Report do a deep dive into the Ravens current cap situation.

                        Here are the topics discussed along with time stamps:

                        0:00:00 Intro

                        0:00:45 The Domino Effect of Lamar Jackson
                        0:01:30 The Concept of Cash over Cap
                        0:04:00 Lamar’s Impact on Cash over Cap
                        0:08:20 BREAKING: The Salary Cap is Real!
                        0:13:00 Ravens Organizational Philosophy
                        0:14:45 Mahomes Deal for Lamar?
                        0:16:07 Does Spending Cash Equate to Winning?
                        0:19:40 The Pandemic Left Cap Scars
                        0:20:32 Saints: Big Spenders, Big Trouble & Voidable Years
                        0:28:37 How COVID Proved Costly to Lamar’s Rookie Deal
                        0:32:45 The Influence of DeMaurice Smith on Lamar
                        0:37:00 A Larry Bird Exemption for the NFL?
                        0:38:30 If Lamar Accepted the Ravens Offer
                        0:43:10 Bridging The Gap With Lamar
                        0:44:45 NFLPA Encourages Collusion
                        0:46:00 Non-exclusive v. Exclusive Tag
                        0:47:00 Why Wait to Apply the Franchise Tag
                        0:51:05 How Dak Prescott & The Cowboys Could Help The Ravens
                        0:53:14 Ravens Current Cap Situation
                        0:56:15 Potential Cap Casualties & Calais Campbell’s Status
                        1:01:25 Extension Candidates to Create Cap Space
                        1:06:00 How to Get Lamar’s Deal Done
                        1:09:20 Which Side Will Blink First?
                        1:13:00 Will Hurts, Burrow and/or Herbert Get a 100% GTD Deal?
                        1:15:10 Can Insurance Bridge the Gap?

                        Links mentioned in this episode:

                        • www.russellstreetreport.com
                        • http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport
                        • https://twitter.com/RussellStReport

                          • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                          1 hr 19 min
                        • The Curious Case of Lamar Jackson

                          Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi from Russell Street Report take a dive into the complex contract situation that divides the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson, along with its variety of salary cap implications. Who could be cut to make away for Lamar, while improving the wide receiver room? The answers might surprise you!

                          Topics discussed:

                          1. Lamar Jackson
                          2. Baltimore Ravens
                          3. Salary Cap and Contracts 2023

                            4. Links mentioned in this episode:

                            • www.russellstreetreport.com
                            • http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport
                            • https://twitter.com/RussellStReport

                              • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                              1 hr 28 min
                            • The Roquan Smith Deal

                              Tony Lombardi and Brian McFarland from Russell Street Report discuss the new Roquan Smith contract with the Baltimore Ravens, its impact on the team's salary cap and how the signing affects the way they might deal with Lamar Jackson.

                              Links mentioned in this episode:

                              • www.russellstreetreport.com
                              • http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport
                              • https://twitter.com/RussellStReport

                                • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                                37 min

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