– Who: Washington Commanders at Baltimore Ravens
– What: Preseason finale
– Where: M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, Maryland
– When: 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time
– TV: NFL Network
– Odds: Ravens -2.5, Over/Under 33.5
The Ravens opened the preseason with wins over the Philadelphia Eagles and Minnesota Vikings, running their record to 2-0 entering this final tune-up game.
Ravens Season Outlook
The Ravens enter the season regarded as contenders for the Super Bowl, under the leadership of a new head coach for the first time in 18 years. Jesse Minter, previously the defensive coordinator for the Chargers, takes over the helm after the team parted ways with the former head coach following a 2025 season that saw Baltimore miss the playoffs. The regular season kicks off on Sunday, September 13, with a road matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. Baltimore’s first primetime game is slated for Week 5—a Sunday Night Football contest on the road versus the Atlanta Falcons.
A Player to Watch: Backup Quarterback Joe Fagnano
Joe Fagnano, a 6-foot-3, 226-pound quarterback who joined as an undrafted free agent after transferring from UConn, is making a strong push to earn a spot on the 53-man roster. He has performed well in the preseason, delivering accurate passing and showing poise under pressure. Fagnano posted a notable debut in Week 1, completing 22 of 28 passes for 224 yards with a touchdown and an interception against the Philadelphia Eagles. In Week 2, he went 15 of 20 for 123 yards and a TD without a turnover against the Minnesota Vikings. In a preseason landscape with several uneven quarterback performances, Fagnano’s emergence stands out. The Ravens currently have Lamar Jackson as their starter and Tyler Huntley as the primary backup, but Fagnano’s continued performance could put him in position to contend for a roster spot or a spot on the waiver wire if he were to be released. He is one of two undrafted quarterbacks signed after the draft, with another option previously considered but ultimately released early in camp, and his improving play is drawing attention as the preseason progresses.
Note on sources
All information is presented to be current and self-contained for game-day planning and does not rely on any specific external publication references. This article provides a concise overview of the matchup, team outlook, and a key player to watch for the preseason finale.
