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Baltimore Ravens and Indianapolis Colts prepare for 2026 season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 4:01 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Baltimore Ravens and Indianapolis Colts prepare for 2026 season opener

Summary

The Baltimore Ravens open their 2026 NFL season Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. The matchup marks the debut of new head coach Jesse Minter and offensive coordinator Declan Doyle. Lamar Jackson enters his ninth NFL season leading an offense that aims to emphasize explosive plays and consistent red-zone production. The Baltimore offensive line enters the game with questions regarding the center position following the departure of Tyler Linderbaum. Running back Derrick Henry remains the focal point of the team's rushing attack, as the staff looks to control the line of scrimmage in their first outing under the new system.

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By the Numbers

•Jesse Minter makes his debut as head coach for the Baltimore Ravens.
•Declan Doyle calls his first regular-season game as offensive coordinator.
•Lamar Jackson begins his ninth NFL season with a fourth different offensive system.
•The center position remains a primary focus for the Baltimore offensive line.
•Derrick Henry continues in his role as the primary rushing option for Baltimore.

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Five developments that would make Declan Doyle's debut as offensive coordinator successful as Lamar Jackson and the Ravens open the 2026 NFL season against the Colts on Sunday.
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