Ravens rule out Nnamdi Madubuike for season opener against the Colts

The Baltimore Ravens will be without defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike for their 2026 season opener against the Indianapolis Colts. Head coach Jesse Minter confirmed on September 11 that Madubuike is still recovering from a neck injury and will not suit up for Sunday's game. While the team considers him close to a return, they have opted to avoid rushing him back to the field. His absence removes the team's primary interior pass rusher ahead of a matchup against Indianapolis quarterback Daniel Jones and running back Jonathan Taylor. The Ravens now look to players like Broderick Washington and Travis Jones to fill the gap on the defensive line. The team also plans to rely on its edge defenders to generate pressure in the pocket during the opening week of the season.

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