Welcome to Raw Reflections

This is where the commentary gets sharp, the writing gets bold, and nothing is off-limits. Raw Reflections is more than a blog—it’s an ongoing conversation about law, identity, culture, power, and the personal truths we’re told to keep quiet.

Here, I unpack courtroom drama, critique pop culture, analyze the systems meant to protect us (but often don’t), and write through the chaos of being alive in a world that demands silence from the loudest hearts. From legal education to emotional storytelling, every post is crafted with clarity, depth, and purpose.

If you’re here for truth, for context, for the unfiltered version of what really matters—then you’re in the right place.

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Thursday Night Redemption: Lamarvelous Returns, Dolphins Drown

Lamarvelous returned—and so did Baltimore’s fire. After weeks of frustration, the Ravens finally looked like themselves again, grounding the Dolphins in a 28–6 statement win that felt bigger than the scoreboard. It was redemption in real time—a quarterback rediscovering his rhythm, a team reclaiming its identity, and a fan base finally breathing again.

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Week 8 Chaos: Collapses, Comebacks, and Cincinnati Heartbreak

From the Bengals’ emotional implosion to Tyler Huntley’s quiet takeover and Miami’s fiery redemption, this week reminded us that the NFL never runs out of drama. Trinity Barnette breaks down the biggest games—with attitude, emotion, and a few well-deserved rants.

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Monday Night Mayhem: Lions Dominate, Seahawks Survive

Monday Night Football brought clarity and chaos. The Lions dismantled the Buccaneers 24-9 behind a monster night from Jahmyr Gibbs, while the Seahawks outlasted the Texans 27-19 thanks to disciplined play and defensive pressure. It was a statement night for both winners—and a wake-up call for everyone else.

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Week 7: The NFL’s Week of Chaos, Chokes, and Redemption

Week 7 was pure chaos. Blown leads, shocking upsets, and a few miracle finishes turned Sunday into a disaster reel for my picks. From the Giants’ one-point heartbreak to the Vikings’ collapse, the Dolphins’ betrayal, and the Chiefs’ domination, this week tested every ounce of patience I have as a football fan. Thank God the Ravens had a bye week—because they clearly need the break.

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Monday Night Mayhem: Falcons Feast, Bears Believe, and the NFL Loses Its Mind

Two games. Two upsets. One unhinged Monday night.

The Falcons embarrassed the Bills under the lights, and Caleb Williams led a last-second drive that stunned Washington. Injuries, comebacks, and chaos ruled the night — because apparently, the NFL thinks we all needed a double dose of drama.

We’re calling it what it was: Monday Night Mayhem.

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Week 6 Chaos: Injuries, Upsets, and a Quarterback Redemption Arc

Week 6 was pure madness—from the Ravens’ collapse to Daniel Jones’ redemption and yet another Bengals heartbreak. The Chiefs reminded us why Arrowhead is sacred ground, while the Panthers proved clutch isn’t dead. Injuries, upsets, and chaos defined this week—and trust me, we’re not done yet.

We’ll be back tonight for Monday Night Football, covering Bills vs. Falcons and Commanders vs. Bears, because apparently the NFL decided one meltdown per night wasn’t enough.

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Week 5 Recap: Ravens, Bengals, and My Final Straw 

Week 5 tested my patience, my loyalty, and my blood pressure. The Ravens got stomped, the Bengals embarrassed me again, and I’m officially at my breaking point. I’ve spent five weeks defending the AFC North—now I’m just defending my sanity.

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The Browns Are Trash, The Bengals Are Toxic, and I’m Spiraling

From a comeback win with an emotional gut-punch to a divisional matchup that felt like a defensive mugging, this week's NFL Sunday was a wild ride. We're talking about a win that felt like a loss and a statement that left no doubt. Read my raw takes on what really went down.

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Belt to Ass Thursdays: Commanders vs. Packers

Thursday Night Football turned into a straight-up belt to ass beating as the Packers handled business against the Commanders. I had high hopes for Washington after last season, but between dropped passes, injuries, and Jayden Daniels running for his life, this one was rough. Packers 27, Commanders 18 — let’s break it down.

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Cowboys vs. Eagles Opener: Fireworks, Fumbles, and What Could’ve Been

The NFL season kicked off with pure chaos: an injury on the first play, an ejection before the game even started, a lightning delay, and a Cowboys offense that had chances to win but couldn’t finish. Here’s my full breakdown of the Cowboys vs. Eagles opener — the drama, the key plays, and the “what ifs” that defined it.

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