Ravens rookie pass-catchers shine in preseason opener against Eagles
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 2:38 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Baltimore Ravens played their first preseason game on August 15, 2026, defeating the Philadelphia Eagles 24-7 at M&T Bank Stadium. Several young players, including tight end Matthew Hibner and wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane, made significant contributions on offense, while the defense showed strong performance under new coordinator Jesse Minter. In contrast, kicker Tyler Loop missed a field goal attempt, and offensive lineman Emery Jones Jr. struggled in pass protection. The game provided a chance for players to showcase their skills as they compete for roster spots ahead of the regular season.
- •Ravens win their first preseason game 24-7 against the Eagles.
- •TE Matthew Hibner and WR Ja’Kobi Lane excel in their roles.
- •Defensive efforts limit Eagles to 159 yards and one touchdown.
- •K Tyler Loop and OL Emery Jones Jr. face challenges in their roles.
- •Competition for roster spots intensifies as regular season approaches.
- 2:38 AMNbcsportsphiladelphia.com — Eagles stock up, stock down after preseason game at Ravens - NBC Sports Philadelphia
- 1:52 AMYahoo Sports — Ravens stock report following their 1st preseason game: rookie pass-catchers thrive, specialists struggle
- 1:52 AMBaltimore Beatdown — Ravens Stock Report: Rookie pass-catchers thrive, specialists struggle - Baltimore Beatdown
"Which Baltimore Ravens saw their stock rise or fall (or both!) in their preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles?
"Here's an Eagles stock up, stock down after their first preseason game against the Ravens on Saturday night.
"Which Ravens saw their stock rise or fall (or both!) in their preseason opener against the Eagles?
Sources
External links- Nbcsportsphiladelphia.comAug 16, 2026, 2:38 AMEagles stock up, stock down after preseason game at Ravens - NBC Sports Philadelphia
Here's an Eagles stock up, stock down after their first preseason game against the Ravens on Saturday night.
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 1:52 AMRavens stock report following their 1st preseason game: rookie pass-catchers thrive, specialists struggle
Which Ravens saw their stock rise or fall (or both!) in their preseason opener against the Eagles?
- Baltimore BeatdownAug 16, 2026, 1:52 AMRavens Stock Report: Rookie pass-catchers thrive, specialists struggle - Baltimore Beatdown
Which Baltimore Ravens saw their stock rise or fall (or both!) in their preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles?
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