Eagles-Ravens preseason observations: Position battle updates, injury news, and more
Bleeding Green Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles lost their 2026 preseason opener to the Baltimore Ravens 24-7, with limited playing time for starters and a struggling offense managing only 100 yards in the first 31 plays.
- Backup quarterbacks Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee showed similar underwhelming performances, reflecting an ongoing QB2 competition with no clear frontrunner.
- Defensive highlights included a sack by linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and an interception by cornerback Kelee Ringo, though the team also faced multiple penalties and coverage issues.
- Rookie quarterback Cole Payton led a late fourth-quarter scoring drive, demonstrating poise and accuracy with a touchdown pass to Erik Ezukanma.
- The Eagles will rest on Sunday before resuming practice Monday and traveling for joint training camp sessions with the New England Patriots on Wednesday and Thursday.
