Basics
Date and Time: Saturday Aug. 12 at 7 p.m.
Location: M&T Bank Stadium
TV Coverage: WBAL Channel 11 (Baltimore), WJLA Channel 7 (Washington), NFL Network, and more. The Ravens crew includes Gerry Sandusky (play-by-play), Rod Woodson (analyst), and Evan Washburn (sideline). Pregame coverage will begin at 6:30 p.m. on all local affiliates.
Radio Coverage: Tune in to 98 Rock (97.9 FM) for live game commentary. The TV broadcast will also be simulcast on the radio for preseason games.
History
The Ravens have an 8-5 advantage over the Eagles in preseason matchups. Their last meeting was in 2019, with the Ravens winning 26-15 in Philadelphia. Notably, Justin Tucker kicked two field goals to give the Ravens an early 6-0 lead, and they maintained their advantage throughout the game.
Stakes
The Ravens aim to extend their impressive 23-game preseason winning streak, which stands as the longest in NFL history. The streak originated in 2016, and Baltimore has enjoyed six consecutive undefeated preseasons. It’s important to note that the 2020 preseason was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For players on the roster bubble, this game presents their first opportunity to make a strong impression in live game action.
Key Storylines
Which backup quarterbacks will stand out?
Head Coach John Harbaugh has confirmed that Lamar Jackson will not play, meaning Tyler Huntley, Josh Johnson, and Anthony Brown will share quarterback duties. They are all vying for the backup role behind Jackson. Despite Huntley’s previous two-year stint as the No. 2 quarterback, Harbaugh has emphasized that competition for the position exists this season. The upcoming games will play a significant role in determining the pecking order among the quarterbacks.
Will this game help determine the starting left guard for Week 1?
Sala Aumavae-Laulu and John Simpson are engaged in a battle to secure the starting left guard spot. If Aumavae-Laulu plays, this will mark his first game in the NFL. Although it’s preseason, the intensity will be amplified for the sixth-round rookie. Aumavae-Laulu’s performance against the Eagles, along with the upcoming joint practices with Washington, will provide insight into his readiness to start in Week 1.
Which healthy cornerbacks will seize their opportunities?
Marlon Humphrey, a Pro Bowl cornerback, will not be playing according to Harbaugh. Additionally, Rock Ya-Sin, Arthur Maulet, Pepe Williams, and Jalyn Armour-Davis have recently missed practice time. There is fierce competition for the starting cornerback position opposite Humphrey, as well as playing time in the cornerback rotation. This game presents an opportunity for Kyu Kelly, Kevon Seymour, Ar’Darious Washington, Corey Mayfield Jr., and Daryl Worley to showcase their skills and potentially move up the depth chart.
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