Tyler Loop's missed kicks raise concerns in Ravens win over Commanders
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 1:44 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Washington Commanders 41-3 in their preseason finale on August 28, 2026. While head coach Jesse Minter praised his team's overall performance, the spotlight fell on kicker Tyler Loop, who missed two field goals of 51 and 58 yards. Despite a dominant display from the defense, which allowed only 177 yards, Loop's struggles prompted questions about his job security as the team prepares for final roster cuts.
- •Ravens finish preseason undefeated under head coach Jesse Minter.
- •Defense limits Commanders to 177 total yards on 52 plays.
- •Loop missed field goals of 51 and 58 yards during the game.
- •Ravens have upcoming roster cuts, including potential new kickers.
- 1:44 AMYahoo Sports — Jesse Minter expresses confidence in Tyler Loop
- 4:22 AMESPN NFL — Ravens to monitor kicker spot after 2 Loop misses
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Ravens K Tyler Loop leaves only blemish on dominant win vs. Commanders
"Ravens kicker Tyler Loop missed two field goals of 51 and 58 yards vs. the Commanders on Friday night, leading to boos at M&T Bank Stadium and questions about his job security.
"The Ravens dominated the Commanders in their preseason finale, but questions remain about second-year kicker Tyler Loop.
"Ravens kicker Tyler Loop missed field goals of 58 and 51 yards in the preseason finale.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 1:44 AMJesse Minter expresses confidence in Tyler Loop
Ravens kicker Tyler Loop missed field goals of 58 and 51 yards in the preseason finale.
- ESPN NFLAug 29, 2026, 4:22 AMRavens to monitor kicker spot after 2 Loop misses
Ravens kicker Tyler Loop missed two field goals of 51 and 58 yards vs. the Commanders on Friday night, leading to boos at M&T Bank Stadium and questions about his job security.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 3:06 AMRavens K Tyler Loop leaves only blemish on dominant win vs. Commanders
The Ravens dominated the Commanders in their preseason finale, but questions remain about second-year kicker Tyler Loop.
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