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Ravens A Slight Underdog Against Unbeaten Colts

Baltimore, MD (2009-11-20) The Colts return to Baltimore this Sunday afternoon - the hated INDIANAPOLIS Colts, that is - to play the Ravens. Peyton Manning's crew is a slight favorite to maintain their unbeaten record, but the Ravens need a victory to keep their playoff hopes alive. WYPR's Sunni Khalid discussed the big game with our sports reporter, Mike Lurie, on this week's edition of "Sports With Mike Lurie."

Ravens Hoping To Rebound Against Bumbling Browns

Baltimore, MD (2009-11-13) The inconsistent Baltimore Ravens are on national television Monday night when they take on the woeful Browns in Cleveland. Do they Ravens have another playoff run in them, like last year, or are they merely playing out a string. David Steele of AOL Fanhouse joins our sports reporter Mike Lurie on this edition of "Sports With Mike Lurie."

Poly-City Tilt No Longer A Thanksgiving Treat

Baltimore, MD (2009-11-06) When Baltimore City College and Baltimore Polytechnic Institute meet Saturday at M&T Bank Stadium, they'll renew Maryland's oldest football rivalry. But there are alums of both schools who wish the game was being played later in the month. WYPR's Milton Kent has the story.

Ravens Look For Revenge Against Bengals

Baltimore, MD (2009-11-06) The rebounding Baltimore Ravens are looking for a little payback when they travel to Cincinnati this weekend to take on the Bengals, who beat them in the last minute of a game three weeks ago at M & T Bank Stadium. The Ravens secondary will take aim once again on Bengals wide receiver Chad Ochocinco and his mates, but will they be up to the challenge. WYPR's Andy Bienstock discussed the big rematch with our sports reporter Mike Lurie on this edition of "Sports With Mike Lurie."

Ravens Hope To Rebound Against Unbeaten Broncos

Baltimore, MD (2009-11-01) The suddenly Baltimore Ravens try to end their three-game losing streak this Sunday when they host the unbeaten Denver Broncos. Can the Ravens plug the holes in their once vaunted defense, or will the offense have to bail out John Harbaugh's squad? WYPR's Sunni Khalid discussed these and other questions with our sports reporter Mike Lurie on this edition of "Sports With Mike Lurie."

Struggling Ravens Hope To Use Bye To Regroup

Baltimore, MD (2009-10-24) The Ravens have a bye this weekend, hoping to figure out the problems with their once-vaunted defense before they host the unbeaten Denver Broncos next week. Mike Preston pro football columnist spoke with WYPR's Andy Bienstock about what has gone wrong with the 3-and-3 Ravens.

Ravens Wary of Resurgent Bengals

Baltimore, MD (2009-10-17) The Ravens hope to regain their winning ways when they host the surprising Cincinnati Bengals -- with the top of the A-F-C North division at stake. Will the Ravens continue to air the ball out with quarterback Joe Flacco and put up big numbers in the passing game, or will they revert to last year's winning formula of grinding out on the ground? WYPR's Andy Bienstock put these and other questions to Mike Preston, the pro football columnist of the Baltimore Sun.

Ravens Underdogs Against Favre, Vikings

Baltimore, MD (2009-10-17) The Baltimore Ravens try to break their two-game losing streak this Sunday, when they face Brett Favre and the Vikings in Minneapolis. For the first time in memory, there is concern about the vaunted Ravens defense, which has given up plenty of yards and points through the air. Can defensive coordinator Greg Mattison right the ship? WYPR's Sunni Khalid discussed these and other questions with our sports reporter Mike Lurie on this edition of "Sports With Mike Lurie."

Ole Miss Tackle Upgrades Ravens Offense

Baltimore, MD (2009-04-27) The Baltimore Ravens surprised more than a few experts when they selected offensive tackle Michael (OAR) Oher of Ole Miss as their first pick in the NFL's annual college draft. None of the Ravens top picks was a wide receiver. But Mike Preston, pro football columnist for the Baltimore Sun, tells WYPR's Mike Lurie that Oher may do more for the Ravens attack than a speedy pass catcher.

Defending Champion Lakers Among Favorite For NBA Crown

Baltimore, MD (2009-10-27) The National Basketball Association begins its 64th regular season tonight, with the Los Angeles Lakers favored by many experts to repeat. Looking to knock off the champions are several contenders, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, with league M-V-P LeBron James and former M-V-P Shaquille O'Neal. Our basketball analyst Jerry Bembry handicaps the field with WYPR's Sunni Khalid on the season premiere of NBA Beat.