Key takeaways from first half of Ravens Week 1 matchup vs. Texans

We’re looking at key takeaways from the first half as the #Ravens lead the Texans 7-6 in the season opener via @Thacover2NFL

After waiting months, the Baltimore Ravens returned to M&T Bank Stadium, celebrating 25 years as the team hosted the Houston Texans.

Lamar Jackson was somewhat rusty in his first game action since suffering an injury against the Broncos, and both teams struggled to find any rhythm as Baltimore exited the half with a 7-6.

Here are key takeaways and observations with plenty of football left to be played.

3 keys for Ravens defense vs. Texans offense in Week 1

Baltimore is just hours away from kicking off the season opener and we’re looking at 3 keys for #Ravens defense vs. Texans offense in Week 1 via @Thacover2NFL

The 2023 NFL regular season is upon us, and the Ravens are just a few hours from hosting the Houston Texans at M&T Bank Stadium.

Baltimore has one of the league’s top defensive units, and they added Jadeveon Clowney and Ronald Darby to the mix after several training camp injuries.

Houston will unveil a rookie head coach and rookie quarterback, giving John Harbaugh’s group a heavy advantage when it comes to experience.

With warmups set to begin, here are three keys for the Ravens’ defense against the Texans’ offense.

Analyzing the Ravens’ updated 53-man roster ahead of Week 1 matchup vs. Texans

We’re breaking down the Baltimore #Ravens’ updated 53-man roster for season opener vs. Texans via @Thacover2NFL

Baltimore’s offense is transforming under new OC Todd Monken, who wants to insert a vertical passing game that highlights all of Lamar Jackson’s strengths.

NFL rosters constantly change, and Eric DeCosta made a few adjustments after initial roster cuts.

What will the Ravens offense look like with Odell Beckham and Zay Flowers on the outside?

Can Patrick Ricard carve out a role?

With the season opener just hours away, we’re breaking down and analyzing Baltimore’s 53-man roster for Week 1.

Ravens updated 53-man roster vs. Texans: News and notes for Week 1

We’re looking at the Baltimore #Ravens 53-man roster for the season opener against the Houston Texans via @Thacover2NFL

NFL rosters are always fluid, so even with the Ravens announcing an initial 53-man roster, things will change weekly.

Baltimore’s offense is transforming under new OC Todd Monken, who wants to insert a vertical passing game that highlights all of Lamar Jackson’s strengths.

What will the Ravens offense look like with Odell Beckham and Zay Flowers on the outside?

Can Patrick Ricard carve out a role?

With the season opener just hours away, we’re looking at Baltimore’s 53-man roster for Week 1.

5 best salary cap bargains for the Ravens in 2023

We’re looking at the 5 best salary cap bargains for the Baltimore #Ravens in 2023 via @Thacover2NFL

Every NFL team has fit their 53-man roster (and practice squad) under the league’s salary cap each season.

This year, the cap was set at $224.8 million (it’s higher for some teams that rolled over unused cap space from the previous season).

Today, we’re taking a quick look at the Ravens five biggest salary cap bargains going into the 2023 season.

Baltimore’s biggest bargain is easily Isaiah Likely.

(All of these totals were provided courtesy of OverTheCap.com.)

TV broadcast map for Ravens vs. Texans in Week 1

Here’s the TV broadcast map for the Baltimore #Ravens Week 1 matchup against the Houston Texans

The Ravens are just one day away from kicking off their season opener at the Patriots, and if you’re not in the Baltimore area, 506 Sports has you covered.

The Ravens will kick the regular season off on CBS Sports, and if you’re in the Baltimore, DC, or Texas areas, you’ll see the opening kickoff.

Other parts of the country will see Minnesota vs. Tampa Bay, while others will see the Titans and Saints.

1 bold prediction for every Ravens position group in 2023

1 bold prediction for every Baltimore #Ravens position group in 2023 via @Thacover2NFL

After a busy and sometimes frustrating offseason, the Ravens have Lamar Jackson at quarterback and a loaded roster that’s getting under the radar, Super Bowl love.

Baltimore added Odell Beckham Jr., Zay Flowers, Nelson Agholor, Jadeveon Clowney, and Ronald Darby while returning a stellar defense that’ll have Roquan Smith for the entire season.

With the season opener against Houston just 48 hours away, we’re looking at one bold prediction for every Ravens position group ahead of Week 1.

Ravens-Texans: 7 storylines to watch in the season opener

We’re looking at seven storylines to watch in Week 1 when the Baltimore #Ravens host the Houston Texans via @Thacover2NFL

The Ravens season opener is upon us, and we’re looking at several intriguing storylines to watch.

Baltimore’s offense is transforming under new OC Todd Monken, who wants to insert a vertical passing game that highlights all of Lamar Jackson’s strengths.

What will the Ravens offense look like with Odell Beckham and Zay Flowers on the outside?

Can Patrick Ricard carve out a role?

We’re looking at seven storylines to watch as Baltimore gears up for their Week 1 matchup vs. the Houston Texans.

Where do the Ravens rank in spending at each position ahead of Week 1?

We’re taking an updated look at the Baltimore #Ravens positional spending on offense and defense and where they rank among all 32 teams in the NFL ahead of Week 1 via @Thacover2NFL

Baltimore currently has about $4,879,167 in cap space per Over The Cap, and they’re spending about $100+ million plus on the offensive side of the football.

The overall positional spending will change in the coming years after Lamar Jackson signed a massive five-year, $260 million contract extension, making him among the three highest-paid players on average in NFL history.

The Ravens are a sneaky Super Bowl favorite after adding Odell Beckham Jr. and Zay Flowers on offense.

With the season opener just 48 hours away, we’re looking at where Baltimore sits in positional spending on both sides of the ball ahead of the season opener, thanks to Over The Cap.

5 potential breakout players for the Ravens in 2023

We’re looking at five potential breakout players for the Baltimore #Ravens in 2023 via @Thacover2NFL

After months of speculation about Odell Beckham‘s potential signing and Lamar Jackson’s contract status, the Ravens are a little over 48 hours away from playing a meaningful football game.

The 2023 NFL regular season is upon us, as Baltimore and Houston offer several intriguing storylines, including the debut of first-year head coach DeMeco Ryans, and No. 2 overall pick, C.J. Stroud.

John Harbaugh’s team is an under the radar Super Bowl hopeful and a franchise with a loaded roster has several guys looking for a breakout season.

With Thursday’s practice approaching, here are five breakout candidates.