Ravens prepare for season opener against Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Ravens prepare for season opener against Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium
Summary

The Baltimore Ravens begin their 2026 NFL season Sunday with a road game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Baltimore enters the matchup with a revamped roster that includes running back Derrick Henry and defensive additions Trey Hendrickson and Calais Campbell. Lamar Jackson leads the offense, coming off a 2025 season where he maintained a 103.8 passer rating. The Ravens secondary and defensive front face an Indianapolis offense that struggled against the pass last season. Baltimore aims to improve on its road performance from previous campaigns and establish defensive control inside the red zone. The game serves as an initial test for a Baltimore roster facing high expectations this year.

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  • Lamar Jackson averaged 8.4 yards per attempt during the 2025 season.
  • Derrick Henry enters the game with 3,516 rushing yards over the previous two seasons.
  • The Colts ranked 31st in pass defense last season, allowing 247.9 yards per game.
  • Baltimore ranked sixth in red-zone defense last season, holding opponents to touchdowns on 50.8% of trips.
  • The Ravens defensive front now includes Trey Hendrickson, Calais Campbell, Nnamdi Madubuike, Travis Jones, and Mike Green.
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  • 10:18 AMYahoo SportsWhy the Ravens should feel confident entering their season opener
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Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry and Baltimore’s rebuilt defensive front provide several reasons for confidence against Indianapolis

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