The Front Office

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

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 https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

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

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: Lamar Jackson Baltimore Ravens Salary Cap and Contracts 2023 Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

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

Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi discuss the settlements reached between the Ravens and two former players, Derek Wolfe and Earl Thomas. What is the cap impact of each? Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Tony Lombardi and Brian McFarland from Russell Street Report discuss several Ravens-related topics including: • The Marquise Brown Trade • A rarely but cleverly used tool employed by the Ravens • The signing of RB Mike Davis • Jarvis Landry to Baltimore rumors and potential costs • A potential Chuck Clark trade • Ravens current "effective" cap space • Overall thoughts on the Ravens 2022 Draft Class Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

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How has the Ravens offseason gone so far? Jeff Zrebiec from The Athletic joins Tony Lombardi and Brian McFarland. Among the topics discussed: • Is the Ravens alleged interest in Melvin Gordon genuine? • The unnecessary redundancy of the cash over cap noise • The ramifications on the Ravens of the Deshaun Watson contract • Jeff's biggest takeaways from his sit-down with Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti • The latest on Ronnie Stanley's recovery • Ja'Wuan James...will he make a difference in 2022? • Will Patrick Mekari be the Ravens' starting center this season? • Are Additional moves in free agency expected? Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

During the summer of 2015, Tony Lombardi met with Steve Bisciotti to discuss many Ravens-related topics including: how he became the owner; two other franchises he considered buying; the challenges of firing of Brian Billick and the hiring of John Harbaugh; the future of M&T Bank Stadium; and his future with the team. Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Among this episode's topics: Why a 1-year deal for Bobby Wagner will be a challenge for the Ravens The cap impact of recent signings The Ravens must do some restructuring even if they make no new FA acquisitions Things point towards Patrick Mekari being the Ravens starting C. Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The curious pass on Bradley Bozeman. What happened? Behind the scenes with the Za'Darius Smith rejection and ultimate signing with the Vikings…Why Marcus Williams and Morgan Moses represent great value…Why the Ravens are likely to STILL be players in free agency and who might be next. Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

NFL super agent Lee Steinberg had a cameo appearance in the original Hollywood blockbuster. In this episode, we visit with Derek Hawkridge, a real life Jerry Maguire-like agent from Steinberg Sports & Entertainment. Among the things discussed: Topics Discussed: Agents using the media as a tool Why rookies, despite slotting, need an agent Agent commission rates Lamar Jackson's decision NOT to hire an agent Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi from Russell Street Report discuss the Ravens signing of Marcus Williams and its impact on the team's cap situation. Is there room for another splash signing? How do the Ravens compare to other teams with cap management? We answer a question that comes up often: "Why are the Ravens always up against the cap?" This podcast is intended for the discerning and intelligent Ravens fan. Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi discuss how Rodgers' new deal with the Packers could impact the Ravens negotiations with Lamar Jackson. The blockbuster deal for Russell Wilson also could affect the Ravens. Can or will the Ravens go "all-in" in 2022 to win a 3rd Lombardi? Plus the latest on the Ravens dwindling cap resources. Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi from Russell Street Report dissect the Ravens roster to uncover all of the available moves that GM Eric DeCosta can make to create cap space prior to the new league year which begins on March 16, 2022. Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Jeff Zrebiec from The Athletic joins Tony Lombardi and Brian McFarland from Russell Street Report. Among the topics discussed: Lamar Jackson's potential new contract The REAL Ravens Cap Situation How the Ravens can significant cap space The Best Restructure and Extension Candidates The Consensus on Marquise Brown's 5th Year Option What free agents will stay, which will go Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Why a lack of cap space prevented a Lamar Jackson extension What Patrick Mekari did to get his extension this year Is Lamar's extension inevitable? What are the pros and cons of void years? By comparison are the Ravens and Steve Bisciotti cheap? Did the Ravens get value in the Orlando Brown, Jr. trade? Could the Ravens have retained Matthew Judon and/or Yannick Ngakoue for the money they got from the Patriots and Raiders, respectively? Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

With the injury to Patrick Mekari the Ravens may have no choice but to go out and acquire a tackle but with very limited cap space and few options to create more, finding the right fit will be a challenge for Eric DeCosta. What about the RB corps? The Ravens need to bolster their ground game. Is there a player that fits the Ravens financially and schematically. Russell Street Report's Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi explore in this edition of The Front Office. Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The Ravens have made some recent additions to their offensive line in the forms of Brandon Knight and James Carpenter. What is the cap impact of these signings? Will Ronnie Stanley go on IR and if so what does it mean? What if he retires? How does that impact the cap? Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi discuss the possibilities in The Front Office. Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Tony Lombardi and Brian McFarland from Russell Street Report discuss: The impact that Earl Thomas STILL has on the Ravens cap The NFL trade deadline and available options for the Ravens Ja'Wuan James: Could he return and what is his cap impact? The likelihood of the Ravens bringing back UFA DeShon Elliott Have the Ravens run out of options with Le'Veon Bell? Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Brian McFarland and Tony Lombardi discuss: The Ravens Present Cap Situation & trade options Ways to create additional Cap space Biggest present roster needs Lamar extension - can it happen in 2021? Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Tony Lombardi and Brian McFarland break down the salary cap impact of recent personneo moves by the Baltimore Ravens Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Tony Lombardi and friends discuss what the Ravens are looking like heading into Week 1 vs the Raiders. Topics discussed: Ravens Injuries Game 1 vs the Raiders Keys to Success Links mentioned in this episode: www.russellstreetreport.com http://instagram.com/russellstreetreport https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Tony Lombardi and Brian McFarland cover all things new in Baltimore. Topics discussed: Lamar Jackson Bradley Bozeman All contacts moving in 2022. Links mentioned in this episode: https://russellstreetreport.com https://www.instagram.com/russellstreetreport/ https://twitter.com/RussellStReport This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm