Tyler Loop’s Preseason Struggles Put Ravens Kicking Job in Question

In a 41-3 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders, Ravens kicker Tyler Loop missed two attempts—from 51 and 58 yards. The misses drew boos from the M&T Bank Stadium crowd and sparked immediate questions about his job security. Loop finished the game 2-for-4, contributing to a broader preseason conversion rate of 5-of-8 (62.5%).

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Last season, Loop’s 44-yard, last-second miss eliminated Baltimore from the playoffs and preceded head coach John Harbaugh’s dismissal. The failure remains a reference point for analysts evaluating his current performance.

The Ravens made their own bed by coddling kicker Tyler Loop — again

• Preseason conversion: 5-of-8 (62.5%) overall.

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• Long-range accuracy: 1-of-4 from 50+ yards last season, the NFL’s second-worst rate.

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• Current season breakdown: 5-for-8 in three preseason games, 6-for-11 in stadiums since training camp, and 2-for-5 on attempts of 45 yards or more.

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Ravens special-teams coach Jesse Minter said the team will keep evaluating “what the best situation is” as the season approaches, emphasizing the need to see makes in games and noting that multiple scenarios are being considered for the kickoff in Indianapolis.

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Loop acknowledged that his practice performance must translate to game situations. He described his missed kicks as “not good enough” and reiterated that his personal expectations are higher than anyone else’s, while also stating that he remains confident in his ball-striking ability.

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Sources differ on Loop’s exact preseason field-goal totals. ESPN reports a 5-of-8 (62.5%) conversion rate, whereas The Banner cites a 5-for-8 record across three games and a broader 6-for-11 tally that includes practice-field attempts. Neither source provides a definitive league-wide ranking for his current performance, leaving the full impact of his misses uncertain.

The Ravens made their own bed by coddling kicker Tyler Loop — again

The Ravens open their regular season on Sept. 13. If Loop’s struggles persist, the coaching staff may need to introduce competition for the kicking role, a move that could affect roster composition and special-teams stability. Conversely, retaining Loop without a challenger could risk early-season scoring reliability, especially on long-range attempts.

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• “You want to see makes in games,” — Jesse Minter, Ravens coach

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• “I think there's a million scenarios there to try to make sure that we have the best situation headed into Indy,” — Jesse Minter, Ravens coach

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• “It's my job to transfer that to the game,” — Tyler Loop, Ravens kicker

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• “I know the expectations is make kicks, and the expectations I have for myself are higher than anyone else going to have. And tonight is not good enough.” — Tyler Loop, Ravens kicker

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The Ravens’ coaching staff will continue to assess Loop’s performance throughout the remaining preseason practices. No formal competition has been announced, but the team’s evaluation will conclude before the Sept. 13 season opener.

The Ravens made their own bed by coddling kicker Tyler Loop — again