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So nice we had to do it twice. Listened to Part 1 and can't wait to hear who the fellas picked? Tap in now!

The fellas are back for the annual 1st round bracket show!

Coach Evans and James Ogden joined us this year so you know a time was had by all.

This is part 1 of a 2 part show so make sure you come back and listen to part 2 to find out who the pick is.

Spoiler alert, it was ...

In part 2 of their combine recap the fellas breakdown the defensive positions.

The fellas are back to talk about the offensive positions at the combine.

Dennard aka TheFireZoneShow joins the fellas for this crossover show to preview the Ravens divisional round game against the Texans. We chop it up about the matchup, Jonathan Majors, Katt Williams and more.

Dennard and MC talk about the Ravens defense in the win over the Dolphins in week 17.

Dennard and MC recap the Ravens win on SNF against Jags and preview the big Christmas match up with the 49ers.

Merry Christmas you filthy animals!

Tylan Wallace aka Chris' son called game with a walk-off punt return TD against the Rams in week 14. The fellas are back together again talking all things Ravens-Rams and more.

It's been a while but Dennard and MC are back to talk Ravens defense in their win against the Rams in week 14.

The fellas are back and chopping it up on all things Ravens .. the win over the Titans in London, redzone woes overblown, preview of the matchup with the Lions and even get in some 2024 draft prospect talk.

Dennard and MC take a look back at the Ravens win over the Titans in London and discuss how the defense played.

Dennard and MC talk about another very strong performance from the Ravens defense but how sometimes you can be overcoached/overprepared and how that can manifest in specific situations.

Dennard and MC take a look back at how the Ravens defense performed in their week 4 win over the Browns.

The vibes are high as the guys recap the Ravens win over the Bengals in week 2. We also talk about what we expect as they prepare to play the Colts in week 3. Oh and injuries still suck!

Dennard and MC share their perspectives on how the Ravens defense played in their week 2 win in Cincinnati. The guys also take a little lookahead to the Ravens week 3 matchup vs the Colts.

The fellas take a look back at the Ravens week 1 win against the Texans, talk about how much injuries suck and look forward to the week 2 matchup against the Bengals.

Dennard shares his thoughts on the Ravens 53 man roster heading into the home opener against the Texans and also talks about some of the key defensive matchups.

Dennard and MC take a look back at the Ravens defense in their preseason game against the Eagles, talk about the joint practices with the Commanders and discuss the injury to Marlon Humphrey and why it's not time to panic.

The fellas recap the Ravens week 1 preseason game against the Eagles. We talk position battles, offensive scheme, individual players and also hit on day 1 of the joint practice with the Commanders.

Dennard Melton from the FireZone Show (@thefirezoneshow on Twitter) is back to help us preview the Ravens defense leading into training camp 2023.

If you haven't checked out part 1 of this 2 part series where we preview the Ravens offense, go back and give it a listen.

DCP is back for another season! Season 5 or 6 or maybe it's 7 ... we honestly can't remember but we're back and we're joined by Dennard Melton of the FireZone Show (@thefirezoneshow on Twitter) to preview the Ravens offense leading into training camp 2023.

The fellas do their annual mock draft episode. No spoilers but they didn't "draft" a WR ... WTF!

It may not be what you think. Listen and find out.

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Carey, Chris and Mike pick 3 positions and 3 different players who they think could be potential free agent targets for the Ravens. Yes, even with Lamar's current contract situation.

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The fellas are joined by soon to be DCP ring of honor member Brian McFarland who's making his 3rd appearance on the pod.

We talk with Brian about the contract negotiations with Lamar and how to team build around today's franchise QB salary cap hits. We also get in a little free agency and draft talk.

Check out Brian's work at Russell Street Report and follow him on Twitter @RavensSalaryCap.

The fellas switch things up a little for Mock Draft Monday by drafting players from the Senior and Shrine Bowls at OB, RB, WR, TE, OL, DL, LB and DB.

Take a listen and be on the look out for the Twitter poll @deepcoverpod so you can vote for who you think won the draft.

On this one, fellas talk all things Todd Monken. How does his hire align with what we were hoping to see in the Ravens new OC? His philosophy, some Xs & Os, offenses and players in the past, plus we even sneak in a little draft prospect talk at the end.

We're together on the track! Cole Jackson of Two Guys Watching Football joins the fellas to talk about the Ravens OC search.

On this episode we talk about GRo moving on, the presser with Harbs and EDC and one last look back at the wild card loss to the Bengals.

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In this episode the fellas recap the Ravens disappointing loss to the Browns, talk about the latest rash of player injuries and try to understand why the team has struggled to develop wide receivers.

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We hit on a buffet of topics in this episode.

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Yeah we talked about the Jags game a little but we spent even more time talking about the future of the Ravens organization. How does OC, personnel and even the HC fit into that future? You'll have to listen to find out!

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The fellas talk about the Roquan Smith trade, the injuries to Rashod Bateman & Mark Andrews, Tyus Bowser & David Ojabo activated to the 53, recap the Bucs game and look forward to the Saints game on MNF. So yeah this is a jam packed episode.

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Intro/outro music: "Who is SWAC? (remix) feat. Deion Sanders by Remix God Suede on YouTube (also at @remixgodsuede1 on TikTok) 

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Once it again it came down to the 4th quarter but the Ravens found a way to win. We talk about each position group on defense and the role they played in the Ravens 23-20 win.

Dennard & MC are joined by Carey and Chris from the Deep Cover Pod as we put our collective heads together to discuss the Ravens week 6 loss to the Giants.

3-3 but still in 1st place in the AFC North heading into week 7. The sky is falling talk is out there but should it be?

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The fellas take a look back at the Ravens stunning 42-38 loss to the Dolphins in the home opener.

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How did the Ravens defense allow the Dolphins to score 28 points in the 4th quarter? Dennard and MC share their thoughts and talk about the importance of responding after a game like that.

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Carey, Chris and MC recap the Ravens 24-9 win over the Jets in week 1.

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Dennard and MC preview the Ravens season opener vs the Jets and talk about season long expectations for the Ravens defense.

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The fellas preview the Ravens 2022 season opener vs the Jets then talk about who are their most important players and ceiling setters for this season.

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Dennard and MC react to the Ravens cutting their active roster down to 53 players and what might still be in store.

The fellas are joined by coach Ivan Evans (@coachevans9) and Dennard Melton (@TheFireZoneShow) to predict the Ravens 53 man roster for the 2022 season.

Dennard and MC look back at the Ravens defense in their 24-17 win over the Cardinals from week 2 of the NFL preseason. We talk about the depth on the DL, Josh Ross, Isaiah Mack, Kyle Hamilton and more!

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Dennard and MC take a look back at the Ravens defense in their preseason win against the Titans.

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Part 2 of a 2-part training camp preview. Dennard Melton (@theFireZone Show) from the FireZone show is back again to preview the roster on defense and talk about something the Ravens haven't had since 2006 - a new punter!

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Dennard Melton (@thefirezoneshow) of the FireZone Show joins the DCP crew for a crossover event. It's time for training camp so that means we're doing it big! So big that we had to record 2 episodes: one to preview the roster on offense and one to preview the roster on defense. We even talk about the specialist in that 2nd episode. We told you it was big ... pause LOL

Caleb Wharton joins the pod to discuss why investing in TE might be an exploitable edge in an exploding WR market.

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Carey, Chris and MC are joined by Brian McFarland (@RavensSalaryCap) to take their shot at playing GM, Dir of Personnel, Capologist and Player Agent. We made some difficult decisions on releasing players, allowed others to test the free agent market and signed a couple free agents that we think can help the team make a run at a championship in 2022.

Carey, Chris & Mike discuss the hire of Mike Macdonald as the Ravens new DC, how he might use the Ravens current personnel in his defense and a free agency primer featuring some players on the offensive side of the ball.

Intro: “Poppin’ Tags (Feat. Big Boi, Killer Mike, Twista & Sleepy Brown) by Jay Z from the album “The Blueprint 2: The Gift and the Curse (2002)

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Carey, Chris and Mike discuss Patrick Mekari’s new deal, the Ravens playoff chances, preview the Rams game and Ravens coordinator conspiracy theories.

Intro: "Regulate" by Warren G & Nate Dogg from the album "Regulate...G Funk Era" (1994)

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Carey, Chris and Mike peel back the layers of the Ravens loss to the Steelers in week 13. We get into the decision to go for 2 and the win, Lamar’s play, how the defense might adjust to the loss of Marlon Humphrey and more!

Intro: “Close Edge” by Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def off his album “The New Danger” (2004)

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The guys take a look back at the Ravens 34-31 overtime win against the Vikings and preview the TNF game against the Dolphins.

Intro: “Optimistic” by the Sounds of Blackness of the album “The Evolution of Gospel” (1991)

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Thumbnail photo credit: Shawn Hubbard, Ravens Team Photographer (baltimoreravens.com)

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The guys take a look back at the Ravens 41-17 loss to the Bengals, take stock of the team as they head into their bye week, discuss some potential trade deadline moves and more.

Intro: “Try Again” (instrumental) by Aaliyah from the soundtrack to “Romeo Must Die” (2000)

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The guys take a look back at the Ravens 34-6 win against the Chargers and look forward to the Ravens first division game of the year in week 7 against the Bengals.

Intro: “Mama Said Knock You Out” by LL Cool J off the album “Mama Said Knock You Out” (1991)

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The guys take a look back at the Ravens 19-17 win over the Lions and Justin Tucker’s record setting, game winning 66 yard field goal.

Intro/outro: “Can I Kick It” by A Tribe Called Quest off the album “People's Instinctive Travels and Paths of Rhythm” (1989)

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The guys discuss the performances of Lamar Jackson, the Ravens offensive line, Hollywood Brown, Odafe Oweh, Greg Roman, Wink Martindale and more in the Sunday Night Football win over the Chiefs.

Intro/outro: "The Rhythm is Gonna Get You" by Gloria Estefan from the album "Let it Loose" (1987)

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The guys discuss some of their favorite games and plays for week 2 as well as some takeaways from week 1.

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Intro/outro: “Mic Checka” by Das Efx off the “Dead Serious” album (1992)

The guys take a look back at the Raiders game, preview the Chiefs game in week 2, discuss the latest Ravens injuries and talk a little about hindsight bias.

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Intro/outro: "And The Beat Goes On" by The Whispers (1979)

Intro/outtro: "Heard 'Em Say" by Kanye West off his 2005 album "Late Registration".

The fellas are joined by Dennard Melton and Coach Ivan Evans to set the Ravens 53 man roster. This isn't what we think the Ravens will do but what we'd do if the choice was ours.

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Intro/outro: "Hip-Hop Saved My Life" by Lupe Fiasco off the album "The Cool". Released March 18, 2008

Carey and Chris talk about zero RB strategy, auction drafts, priority free agents and using positional tiers. Mike talks about how bad he is at fantasy football.

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Intro/outro: "The People" by Common off the album "Finding Forever". Released May 22, 2007

We're back! Join Carey, Chris and Mike as they recap the Ravens first 2 pre-season games of the 2021 season. The guys also give some initial thoughts on the 53 man roster.

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Carey breaks down a best ball draft.

Intro/Outro: "Feels Good" by Tony! Toni! Tone! (1989)

Intro/outro: "Get By" by Talib Kweli from his 2003 album "Quality"

Intro/outro: "Soon the New Day" (featuring Norah Jones) from the 2007 album "Eardrum"

Intro/outro: "Who Shot Ya" by Biggie Smalls (1995).

Intro/outro: "Politics as Usual" by Jay-Z from is 1996 album "Reasonable Doubt"

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Carey's book recommendation: "The How of Happiness: A New Approach of Getting the Life You Want" by Sonja Lyubomirsky

Intro/outro: "Disco Inferno" by 50 Cent from his 2004 album "The Massacre".

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Don't forget to take advantage of "fix your fantasy team". Tweet or DM us your roster and league scoring system and get ready to beat your league mates and print money!

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Want Carey & Chris to fix your fantasy football team? DM us your roster (starters and bench) @deepcoverpod on Twitter 

Good read on daily fantasy sports: "Dueling with Kings: High Stakes, Killer Sharks, and the Get-Rich Promise of Daily Fantasy Sports" by Daniel Barbarisi

Intro/Outro: "Mic Checka" by Das EFX off their 1992 album "Dead Serious"

Intro/outro: "Hell Yeah" (Instrumental) by Dead Prez from their 2004 album "RBG: Revolutionary but Gangsta"

Intro/outro song: "Umi Says" by Mos Def from his 1999 album "Black on Both Sides"

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Intro/outro song: "Mainstream" by OutKast off their 1996 album ATLiens.

This is part 1 of a 2-part episode with Dennard Melton. You can follow Dennard on Twitter @Dennard13.

We talk with Matt about the most important game of all ... the game of life!

Part 1 of an awesome 2-part conversation with Matt Waldman (check out all of Matt's work at mattwaldmanrsp.com).  In part 1, we go buffet-style on all things fantasy football for the 2020 season, and Chris and I possibly lose our Ravens fan's cards?

56:00 - Ravens offense fantasy football outlook

Intro/Outro: "Forgot About Dre" featuring Dr. Dre and Eminem from the 1999 album "2001".

Outro song: "Someday We'll All Be Free" by Donny Hathaway from his 1973 album "Extension of a Man"

Intro song "Scenario (remix)" by A Tribe Called Quest, Leaders of the New School & Kid Hood off the "Low End Theory" album (B side of the 12" single & cassette)

Big thanks to Coach Evans for joining us on this episode!

You can find Coach Evans' YouTube videos on his channel Sip2Tally Films. You can also follow him on Twitter @CoachEvans9.

Intro song -  "Ha" by Juvenile from his 1998 album "400 degreez"

Intro song: "Oh Boy" from Cam'ron's 2002 album "Come Home With Me"

Intro song "You Know My Steez" by Gang Starr from their 1998 album "Moment of Truth"

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Intro song: "Shook Ones Part 2" by Mobb Deep off there 1995 album "The Infamous"

Intro/outro song "Django Jane" by Janelle Monae from her 2018 album "Dirty Computer"

Intro/outro song "It's Funky Enough" by the D.O.C. from his 1989 album "No One Can Do It Better"

3:00: Brockers deal falls apart

7:40 Derek Wolfe Signing

17:05: D.J.'s updated top 50

26:50: Round 1 draft bracket intro

27:40: McKinney v Delpit

34:50: Dobbins v Swift

43:40: Blacklock v Gallimore

51:20: Epenesa v Queen

57:35: Mims v Gross-Matos

1:05:26: Ruiz v Swift

1:15:10: McKinney v Gallimore

1:23:00: Final Thoughts

Intro/outro song - "Kick in the Door" by Notorious BIG from his 1997 album "Life After Death"

5:35: Jimmy Smith resigned

12:00: Chris Wormley trade

17:30: Anthony Levine resigned

20:59: Chris Moore resigned

25:45: Bynes to the Bengals; Peanut to the Jets

33:18: March Madness Round 1 Pick 28 player bracket intro

36:00: Jefferson v Mims

46:05: Baun v Gross-Matos

58:26: Queen v Murray

1:09:45: Closing Thoughts

2:40: Matt Judon gets tagged

13:40: Calais Campbell trade

23:17: Michael Brockers signing

32:14: Jihad Ward & Justin Ellis

39:50: Hayden Hurst trade

48:09: James Hurst released

57:38: Brandon Carr leaving (sad face emoji)

1:08:10: Back or not? McPhee, Bynes, Levine & Jimmy Smith

1:24:27: Other Free Agents we like

1:33:38: Draft approach with 9 picks

Intro/outro song "K.R.I.T Here" from Big K.R.I.T.'s 2019 album "K.R.I.T. Iz Here"