Eagles assess key player roles in preseason opener against Ravens
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:05 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles face the Baltimore Ravens in their preseason opener at M&T Bank Stadium on Saturday night. Key players, including Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson, are expected to sit out, shifting focus to depth chart competitions, especially the backup quarterback battle between Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee. The game will also test the backup offensive line’s ability to protect quarterbacks and evaluate defensive backs vying for roster spots. Performance in these areas may influence final roster decisions leading into the regular season.
- •Eagles' preseason opener is on Saturday night against the Ravens.
- •Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson likely to not play.
- •Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee will compete for backup quarterback role.
- •Backup offensive line needs to show consistency in protection.
- •Defensive backs seeking clarity for depth behind starters.
- 5:05 PMYahoo Sports — Five questions Eagles must answer against the Ravens
"The Eagles’ preseason opener against the Ravens will offer important answers about the new offense, roster depth and position battles
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