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Ravens face tougher opponents ahead as key stretch begins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 9:30 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Ravens face tougher opponents ahead as key stretch begins

Summary

The Baltimore Ravens prepare to face a challenging stretch in their schedule, starting with a game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night. Currently at 3-1, the Ravens have played teams with a combined record of 5-11 in their first four games. The Falcons, with a 2-2 record, pose a significant challenge, featuring a strong defense ranked No. 8 overall and a top-ranked rushing defense. Baltimore's effectiveness may be hampered as star quarterback Lamar Jackson is likely out with an ankle injury, placing Tyler Huntley in a pivotal role. Future matchups against Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Buffalo follow Atlanta, testing the Ravens against higher-caliber opponents.

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Status Watch

•Ravens start tougher schedule versus Falcons on October 9
•Baltimore is 3-1 after facing teams with a 5-11 record
•Lamar Jackson may miss game due to ankle injury
•Atlanta boasts the No. 1 ranked rush defense
•Next matchups include Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Buffalo

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9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Preston: Ravens will finally be tested. Are they ready?

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BALTIMORE — The preseason games are over now. Baltimore had its extended exhibition season playing Indianapolis, New Orleans, Dallas and Tennessee during the first four games of the regular season, but the Ravens are about to enter the meat of their schedule Sunday night in Atlanta, followed by a road game in Cleveland, hosting Cincinnati, and playing in Buffalo before Jacksonville comes to ...
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