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Ravens-Commanders discussion: final push for Baltimore’s 53-man roster
The Baltimore Ravens are just one more game away from the 2026 regular season. Jesse Minter has won his first two preseason games as head coach; tonight, he’ll go for three in a row against the visiting Washington Commanders. Most of the 53-man roster is already set, but the Ravens still have to settle on […]
Ravens roundtable: what to watch in preseason finale vs. Commanders
The Baltimore Ravens’ 2026 preseason will come to an end tonight against the Washington Commanders. Most of the roster is set, but Baltimore Beatdown’s staff will still have their eyes on a few key position groups during the game. Here’s what to watch: Even with many starting roles finalized, there’s still a ton to watch […]
Top storylines for the Ravens’ preseason finale vs. the Commanders
The Baltimore Ravens are just one game away from real football. Tonight at 6 p.m. ET, they will take on the Washington Commanders in their preseason finale with 53-man roster cuts due just 48 hours later. Here are the team’s biggest remaining questions heading into today’s game: Will a starting center emerge? A season-ending injury […]
Ravens news: Best, worst case for Ja’Kobi Lane’s rookie year
Welcome back to Loose Feathers, a regular round-up of the latest news and analysis about the Baltimore Ravens. In today’s edition, we cover best- and worst-case scenario’s for Ja’Kobi Lane’s rookie campaign, a 2026 season preview from The Athletic Football Show, and a key injury update for the Ravens’ Week 1 opponent. Let’s dive in! […]
Ravens rookie film review: TE Josh Cuevas flashes versatility
Baltimore’s second preseason game didn’t produce much offense on the scoreboard, but it gave us a better look at several young players who had smaller roles during the opener. Against Minnesota, Josh Cuevas showed why his athleticism and versatility make him an intriguing developmental tight end, offensive tackle Diego Pounds continued to strengthen his case […]
Ravens discussion: who has the most on the line vs. the Commanders?
The Baltimore Ravens’ final 2026 preseason game against the Washington Commanders is set to kick off at 6 p.m. ET on Friday. 53-man roster cuts will take place just two days later, making the contest a key battleground for several backend roster spots, not to mention the starting center competition. So, today, Baltimore Beatdown wants […]
Ravens news: OC Declan Doyle will call plays from coaches’ booth
Welcome back to Loose Feathers, a regular round-up of the latest news and analysis about the Baltimore Ravens. In today’s edition, we cover a key decision from offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, the end of the Pro Bowl game, and a way-too-early 2027 mock draft pick. Let’s dive in! Declan Doyle will call Ravens’ offensive plays […]
Ex-Michigan LB Michael Barrett joins Ravens, reunites with Jesse Minter
The Baltimore Ravens signed linebacker Michael Barrett on Wednesday, reuniting him with Jesse Minter, his defensive coordinator for two years at Michigan. The Ravens badly needed linebacker depth with Jamon Johnson, Carl Jones Jr., and Reid Williford all dealing with injuries. Jones and Williford have been absent for more than a week, while Johnson left […]
Ravens wideouts battle physical Commanders secondary at joint practice
At the beginning of the Ravens’ joint practice with the Commanders, it seemed like Baltimore’s offense would be in for a long afternoon. The Commanders’ cornerbacks consistently stymied the Ravens’ wideouts in 1-on-1 reps from the five-yard line with rookies Ja’Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt both failing to score a touchdown. Lane in particular struggled […]
Ravens Reacts Survey: which undrafted rookie will make the 53-man roster?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Ravens fans and fans across the country. The Baltimore Ravens are known for finding diamonds in the rough when signing undrafted rookies. In 21 of the last 22 years, a UDFA has made […]
Ravens news: Tyus Bowser attempts NFL comeback
Welcome back to Loose Feathers, a regular round-up of the latest news and analysis about the Baltimore Ravens. In today’s edition, we cover an NFL comeback by a familiar face, the Commanders’ approach to Wednesday’s joint practices, and another decade of an iconic Baltimore partnership. Ex-Ravens OLB Tyus Bowser mounts NFL comeback Ravens fans probably […]
Ravens rookie film review: Ethan Burke making 53-man roster push
Baltimore’s second preseason game gave us a much clearer picture of where several young defenders stand after two weeks of live action. Against Minnesota, the most important developments weren’t limited to the box score. Zion Young began showing answers beyond his power-rush foundation, Ethan Burke turned an expanded role into one of the defense’s most […]
Discussion: who will be the Ravens’ toughest 2026 roster cut?
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta may have put together his best rookie class in 2026. If Nnamdi Madubuike makes it all the way back to an NFL field, this could even be the best roster the team has fielded since he got the top job. And it’s not just the stars. DeCosta has built an […]
Ravens news: Browns name Deshaun Watson starting quarterback
Welcome back to Loose Feathers, a regular round-up of the latest news and analysis about the Baltimore Ravens! In today’s edition, we cover a headscratching decision from a division rival, an optimistic projection about Jesse Minter’s new defense, and more! The Factory of Sadness has entered another year of production. Can you believe it? I […]
Ravens offer injury updates on C Danny Pinter, DT Nnamdi Madubuike
The Baltimore Ravens held a relatively uneventful practice on Monday afternoon, but head coach Jesse Minter did offer some key injury updates at the podium. Chief among them was a confirmation that center Danny Pinter did suffer a “season-ending” injury during last week’s joint practices with the Minnesota Vikings. “My heart goes out to him,” […]
4 takeaways from the Ravens’ preseason win over the Vikings
The Baltimore Ravens earned another solid preseason win over the Minnesota Vikings to continue a perfect start to the Jesse Minter era. Here are a few main takeaways from the victory. Even after Danny Pinter’s injury, the center competition is in good shape. While Jovaughn Gwyn wasn’t as good as last week, I think the […]
Discussion: overreactions to the Ravens’ preseason win over the Vikings
The NFL preseason is ripe for overreactions, and today, Baltimore Beatdown wants to hear yours! The Ravens took home their second straight preseason victory under new head coach Jesse Minter on Saturday with a dominant defensive showing against the Vikings. The offense, especially the run game, had a quiet afternoon, but undrafted rookie quarterback Joe […]
Ravens news: Texans explored trade for Rashod Bateman
Welcome back to Loose Feathers, where Baltimore Beatdown rounds up the latest Ravens news and analysis you may have missed. In today’s edition, we cover the Texans’ reported trade interest in Rashod Bateman, Kyle Hamilton’s appearance on another NFL ranking list, and reasons for concern and optimism about the Ravens from Pro Football Focus. Let’s […]
Ravens’ ride physical defense, UDFA QB Joe Fagnano to win over Vikings
The Baltimore Ravens notched their second straight preseason victory under new head coach Jesse Minter on Saturday afternoon, besting the Minnesota Vikings by a score of 13-3. As with last week’s win over the Philadelphia Eagles, Baltimore’s stifling defense controlled the game, particularly in the second half when they forced turnovers on Minnesota’s last three […]
Ravens preseason stock report: young defenders dominate vs. Vikings
The Baltimore Ravens won their second preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings by a score of 13-3. Here is an instant stock report from Baltimore Beatdown’s staff coming out of the victory. Stock up OLB Ethan Burke Burke stuffed the stat sheet in Minnesota, finishing with two tackles, two passes defended, one sack, and one […]
Ravens vs. Vikings crystal ball: predictions for Preseason Week 2
The Baltimore Ravens are about to kick off their second preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings. Here are some last-minute predictions from Baltimore Beatdown’s staff! Offensively, I’d anticipate you see the Ravens continue feeding the rookie tight ends plenty. Hibner had the hot hand with plenty of targets last week, so Cuevas may draw more […]
Ravens vs. Vikings discussion: starting center battle takes center stage
It’s almost time for another week of Baltimore Ravens (preseason) football! The Ravens have one less contender for their Week 1 starting center job after Danny Pinter’s injury at joint practices this week. Jovaughn Gwyn and Ethan Pocic will both look to stand out on Saturday afternoon against a blitz-heavy Vikings defense that demands communication […]
Ravens WR Rashod Bateman facing multiple criminal charges in Georgia
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman is facing three criminal charges in Walton County, Georgia, after allegedly smashing the windshield of a car occupied by his 3-month-old child and their mother, according to Jonas Shaffer of the Baltimore Banner. The incident, which was first reported by TMZ, took place on the morning of June 3. […]
Ravens discussion: who will be Baltimore’s Week 1 starting center?
Ravens center Danny Pinter, who appeared to be leading the team’s starting competition, suffered a knee injury that is expected to sideline him for “an extended amount of time,” according to head coach Jesse Minter. Baltimore will now need to choose a Week 1 starter from their remaining options. Jovaughm Gwyn and Ethan Pocic are […]
Ravens rookie film review: defensive draft picks make promising debuts
The Ravens’ 2026 draft class played a significant role in Baltimore’s preseason opening win over Philadelphia. While preseason production only tells part of the story, these games give us our first opportunity to see how the coaching staff plans to deploy its rookies, what areas they are emphasizing in their development, and how their college […]
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