Full Breakdown
Ravens Defeat Vikings 13-3 in Preseason Showcase
8/22/2026, 11:52:53 PM
Game Overview
On August 22, 2026 the Baltimore Ravens visited U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis and secured a 13-3 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. The contest was the second preseason game for both clubs and featured largely backup players. The Ravens entered halftime tied 3-3 after a field-goal drive by backup quarterback Tyler Huntley. In the second half rookie quarterback Joe Fagnano threw an 8-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver LaJohntay Wester, giving Baltimore a ten-point lead it maintained to the final whistle.
Key Performances
- Joe Fagnano – 15-of-20, 123 yards, 1 TD, passer rating 106.5.
- Tyler Huntley – 5-for-8, 63 yards, 49-yard field goal by kicker Tyler Loop.
- Josh Cuevas – 3 catches, 46 yards.
- LaJohntay Wester – 5 receptions, 24 yards, TD.
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy was 5-of-10 for 81 yards, including a 50-yard strike to Tai Felton, before being replaced by Carson Wentz, who finished 9-for-11 for 92 yards and a field goal.
Defensive Dominance (Data & Statistics)
- Sacks: Reports vary—three before halftime or five total, with contributions from Mike Green, Ethan Burke, Rayshaun Benny and Keondre Jackson.
- Turnovers: Two takeaways—an interception by Silas Walters and a forced fumble recovered by Amani Oruwariye.
- Pressure: Nine quarterback hits; 65 rushing yards allowed on 12 attempts.
- Tackles: Keondre Jackson led with seven.
Offensive Highlights
Baltimore managed three first downs in the first half and a 1-for-6 third-down conversion rate, totaling 184 yards. The Vikings were held to 299 yards and failed to convert any red-zone opportunities.
Special Teams Impact
Rookie punter Ryan Eckley averaged 55.3 yards on six punts, including two 60-yard kicks that pinned Minnesota inside its own 20. Kicker Tyler Loop was perfect on both attempts (49-yard field goal and extra point).
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Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Sack total: One outlet reported three sacks before halftime, another counted five for the entire game.
- Quarterback statistics: Some reports list Huntley’s passing yards as 63, while others combine his first-half and second-half numbers to 76 yards due to differing inclusion of rush-play yardage.
The game highlighted the Ravens’ defensive depth and several roster-bubble players who could influence the final 53-man roster ahead of the regular season.
