Full Breakdown
Ravens Dominate Commanders 41-3 in Preseason Finale, Roster Implications Loom
8/29/2026, 8:14:12 AM
Core Event
On August 28, 2026, the Baltimore Ravens routed the Washington Commanders 41-3 at M&T Bank Stadium. The Ravens amassed 456 total yards to Washington’s 177, recorded 26 first-downs to the Commanders’ seven, and held the Commanders to a single third-down conversion. The scoring came from touchdowns by quarterbacks Tyler Huntley, Joe Fagnano and LaJohntay Wester, with the Ravens’ defense forcing multiple turnovers and posting three sacks.
Data & Statistics
- Total offense: Ravens 456 yds, Commanders 177 yds.
- First downs: Ravens 26, Commanders 7.
- Third-down conversions: Ravens 13-31, Commanders 1-12.
- Rushing: Ravens 195 yds on 30 carries (6.5 yds/carry); Commanders 33 yds on 10 carries.
- Passing: Ravens quarterbacks combined for 261 yds; Commanders quarterbacks combined for 102 yds.
- Kicking: Ravens rookie kicker Tyler Loop made field goals from 51 yds and 24 yds, missed attempts from 58 yds and 51 yds, finishing 2-for-4 in the game and 5-for-8 for the preseason.
Player Evaluations
Baltimore – Undrafted rookie quarterback Joe Fagnano completed 19 of 27 passes for 162 yds and a touchdown, adding a 1-yard rushing score and posting a 98.1 passer rating. His preseason totals (56-of-75, 509 yds, three TDs, one INT) position him as a strong candidate for a roster spot, possibly as a third quarterback.
Tyler Huntley threw a perfect 4-for-4 series that included a 25-yard TD to Chris Moore, who finished with three catches for 54 yds and a score.
Kaimon Rucker and Adisa Isaac each recorded six tackles, two tackles for loss and a sack, strengthening their cases for the outside-linebacker rotation.
Adam Randall produced 70 yds from scrimmage on eight touches (25 yds rushing, 45 yds receiving), bolstering his argument for the third-running-back spot.
Washington – Wide receiver Luke McCaffrey saw limited snaps; his participation, while not guaranteeing a roster spot, raised questions about his status on the bubble. Defensive back Tyler Owens delivered two big hits and contributed on special teams, suggesting a potential depth role.
Official Statements & Responses
Washington head coach Dan Quinn acknowledged the difficulty of the upcoming roster decisions, noting that the team must make “tough decisions” in the days before the cut deadline.
Ravens head coach Jesse Minter highlighted the need to evaluate the kicking situation, stating that the organization will continue to assess “the best situation” for the kicker position.
Roster Cut Deadline
Both clubs are required to reduce their offseason rosters from 91 to 53 players by the upcoming Sunday deadline at 6 p.m. ET. The final preseason game served as the last live audition for many fringe players.
What’s Next
The Ravens will travel to Indianapolis for their season opener later this month, while the Commanders will finalize their 53-man roster and begin preseason practices for the regular season. Both teams will enter the regular season with the roster decisions made in the wake of the August 28 preseason finale.
