Philadelphia Eagles vs Baltimore Ravens Prediction, Odds, Spread – Can Ravens Extend Preseason Streak?
- The Philadelphia Eagles travel to Baltimore to play the Ravens in preseason NFL action Saturday, August 12th
- Both star quarterbacks Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson aren’t expected to play
- A look at the Eagles vs Ravens odds and matchup can be found below with a prediction
The Baltimore Ravens have authored up a truly remarkable stat for the ages – they’ve won an NFL record 23 consecutive preseason games, last losing way back in 2015. Can they extend it to 24? Read on for our Eagles vs Ravens prediction here.
Their 2023 preseason campaign kicks off Saturday, as they take on the defending NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles. Anyone expecting a battle of two of the elite QBs in the league between Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson will be disappointed, as they’ll likely sit this one out.
Eagles vs Ravens Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | +164 | +4.5 (-110) | Over 35.5 (-110) |
| Baltimore Ravens | -198 | -4.5 (-110) | Under 35.5 (-110) |
The NFL odds have the host Ravens as 4.5-point favorites, and they’re -198 on the moneyline, an implied win probability of 66.44%. With the top gunslingers not expected to compete, the total is set at 35.5 points. Odds as of August 11th at DraftKings.
Action gets underway Saturday, August 12th at 7 pm ET from M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. You can watch the game live on NFL Network.
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Eagles Rookie Defenders Take Center Stage
While we won’t get the awesome matchup between Hurts and Lamar, the Eagles much ballyhooed draft class will have an opportunity to shine in this one. Jalen Carter was the prized jewel of their class. Carter was taken ninth overall after slipping in the draft. There has been plenty of hype since they drafted him, as he was considered by some to be the best player that could be selected.
Jalen Carter’s freakish talent has reportedly already caused Eagles guards to “game plan” how to stop him in camp practices.
Fletcher Cox (Eagles DT) said that “you don’t see” what Jalen Carter is doing from any other rookies.
Carter’s quickness has reportedly looked… pic.twitter.com/FdvHhpYqhZ
— NFL Rookie Watch (@NFLRookieWatxh) August 9, 2023
Not to be outdone, their 30th overall pick Nolan Smith out of Georgia is another player on their defense that has praised heaped upon him. This game will also mark the debuts of both offensive and defensive coordinators for the squad in Brian Johnson and Sean Desai.
Following Hurts, the Eagles depth chart at quarterback includes Marcus Mariota, who played in 13 games for the Falcons last year. It’s then 2021 Saints’ fourth rounder Ian Book and Eagles rookie QB Tanner McKee, who they snagged in the sixth round.
Ravens Look to Continue Impressive Streak
Death, taxes, and the Baltimore Ravens winning preseason games. Despite Lamar Jackson not suiting up, the Ravens are expected to give Tyler Huntley first crack under centrr on Saturday. He has 13 games under his belt in the last two regular seasons, and also was the starter in their playoff contest against the Bengals.
Huntley has a very similar skill set to that of Lamar, and of course experience in coach Harbaugh’s system. However, he does have a new offensive coordinator in tow, with Todd Monken taking over this year.
John Harbaugh said preseason games will go a long way in determining pecking order at QB behind Lamar Jackson.
Tyler Huntley and Josh Johnson are all competing for No. 2 job.
"I would say this, all those guys have shown that they're capable of being that guy," Harbaugh said.
— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) August 10, 2023
The battle is on to be the understudy to QB1 Jackson. Josh Johnson and his several years of experience will push Huntley to be the second in command.
Wide receiver Zay Flowers is the exciting new piece to the offense. He was picked with the 22nd selection in April. He’s expected to bring some juice to the Ravens offense, along with newcomer Odell Beckham Jr, after he sat out last season.
Look for some of those players in your NFL props for this game.
Eagles vs Ravens Prediction
Both of these teams will be playing mostly their backups. The Eagles have two new coordinators that will be working out the kinks.
There’s a reason Baltimore has had their ridiculously long preseason winning streak – John Harbaugh and co. are as prepared as any team. With a ton of players most fans aren’t too familiar with, selecting a team you’re familiar with winning in the preseason is the play.
Pick: Ravens Moneyline (-198)
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Michael "Hound Dog" Harrison is well known in the sports industry as the resident statistician for the SC with Jay Onrait Show. He has worked at TSN for over 16 years, where he's been featured on Sportscentre, That's Hockey, That's Hockey 2Nite, The Masters preview shows, and several more.
