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This time, the Ravens were on the right side of a last-second reversal. Baltimore took down the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday in Rio after a back-and-forth game that ended on Tyler Loop's 56-yard field goal as time expired. The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn and Brian Wacker joined host Matt Weyrich from Brazil to break down the wild win. Stick around for the back half of the show when Matt runs through the biggest headlines from the Orioles' final weekend of the regular season, including an injury update on Gunnar Henderson and Trevor Rogers' final comments before free agency. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt, Sam and Brian's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens are headed to Brazil and The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn sits down with André Santos of Ravens Brasil to talk about NFL fandom in the country and what it means to be hosting a game in Rio. Later in the show, The Sun's Matt Weyrich runs through the biggest news and notes from the Orioles' final week of the regular season, including Jackson Holliday undergoing wrist surgery. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens and Orioles played a rare home doubleheader Sunday... and it didn't go well. After the Ravens lost their home opener to the Saints, 24-17, the Orioles fell to the Brewers on Sunday Night Baseball for a weekend sweep that all but ensured they will be missing the playoffs. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino recap the Ravens' loss, including the defensive collapse and lack of Derrick Henry touches, and break down both the Orioles' series and president of baseball operations Mike Elias' comments in his latest news conference. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

ESPN radio host Mike Golic Jr. sits down with The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn to talk early returns on a new-look offensive line, Zay Flowers' hot start and a trio of Notre Dame connections. Later in the show, The Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino recap Pete Alonso's big return to New York and discuss which offensive pieces around him the Orioles can rely on in 2027 with the offseason looming. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens' stars came to play in their season opener, thumping the Colts 41-23 behind big days from Derrick Henry, Lamar Jackson and Zay Flowers. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich, Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino break down the win, including what went right for Declan Doyle's offense, where the defensive line struggled to generate pressure and the latest on Flowers leaving the game with a hamstring injury. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens' season is upon us and we've got some galaxy-brained predictions to get off our chests. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich, Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino preview the Ravens' season ahead by discussing their biggest questions, storylines they're following most closely and some bold predictions that are sure to make them look smart come January. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Ravens' new radio play-by-play broadcaster Kyle Youmans sat down with The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino on today's episode for an interview about taking on the job, his gameday routines and expectations for the Ravens in 2026. Later in the show, The Sun's Orioles reporter Matt Weyrich discusses the team's embarrassing four-game sweep at the hands of the Red Sox, Adley Rutschman's return and Luis Robert Jr. going on the injured list after playing just three games. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles have looked to Jackson Holliday as their everyday second baseman and leadoff man down the stretch. He sits down with The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich to talk about the influence of his dad, his search for more power at the plate and his Mount Rushmore of MLB ballparks. After the interview, Matt and The Sun's Josh Tolentino discuss the Orioles' tough finish to their road trip in Colorado and Ravens GM Eric DeCosta speaking about Lamar Jackson's contract status, the Rashod Bateman situation and more ahead of the team's season opener. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens trimmed their roster down Sunday to the final 53 players they'll carry coming out of the preseason and there were several surprises. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino hopped on right after the final cuts were announced and gave their initial reactions to the flurry of roster moves. In the back half of the show, the guys recap the Orioles' weekend sweep of the Athletics and discuss their standing in an AL wild-card race that's finally starting to take shape. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Ravens training camp is in its final week and to kick off the show, The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino chat with new safety Jaylinn Hawkins about coming over from the Patriots in free agency. After the interview, Sam and The Sun's Matt Weyrich run through a final 53-man roster projection with the deadline for cuts looming Sunday. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles had a big test playing 10 straight games against the AL East's top two teams... and they went 5-5. Because of course they did. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino break down yet another up-and-down week for the O's and recap the Ravens' 13-3 preseason win over the Vikings over the weekend. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

A special guest joins the show Thursday in Ravens rookie OLB Zion Young, who takes a break from training camp to chat with The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn about his transition to the professional ranks and first impressions of his new coaches and teammates. After the interview, Sam and host Matt Weyrich discuss some of the Ravens' looming roster cut decisions before switching over to Orioles. They finish out the show talking about Trey Mancini announcing his retirement and the news that Blaze Alexander and Félix Bautista are both nearing rehab assignments. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens beat the Eagles, 24-7, in their preseason opener with contributions from several high-profile rookies including Vega Ioane and Ja'Kobi Lane. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino break down the game and evaluate the biggest standouts on both sides of the ball. In the back half of the show, the guys react to the Orioles' stunning weekend against the Rays that saw Baltimore vault into sole possession of a playoff spot. Is any of this for real? There are 38 games left on the schedule for us to find out. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Where would the Orioles be without Brandon Young this season? The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino examine Young's breakout season and the path that led him to Camden Yards. They also look ahead to the Ravens' preseason opener and players to watch as Baltimore plays the Eagles in its first game action since January. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

New Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle comes over from a Bears offense that spread the ball around a lot last season. Do the Ravens have the pass catching corps to replicate that? The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discuss early standouts from training camp including the darling Ja'Kobi Lane. Later in the episode, they examine recent comments Orioles owner David Rubenstein made about the team's trying season and a letter to the editor that former GM Dan Duquette wrote about the state of the organization he left behind when he was fired in 2018. Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds: YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirds Twitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirds Instagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirds TikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirds Facebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirds Follow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.