Philadelphia Eagles vs Baltimore Ravens Picks and Prediction for Saturday, August 15, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles visit the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday at 7:00 PM ET at M&T Bank Stadium for the preseason opener for both teams. Philadelphia is a 1.5-point favorite after opening at -2.5, while the total remains 36.5. The Eagles finished last season with three wins in their final five games before a 23-19 wild-card loss to San Francisco. Baltimore went 2-3 over its final five and closed with a 26-24 loss at Pittsburgh. Saturday’s forecast calls for 81-degree weather. Build your bankroll with our free NFL picks.

Philadelphia Eagles Installing Reimagined Offense

Philadelphia enters the preseason installing a new offense under coordinator Sean Mannion. The scheme is expected to feature more snaps under center, motion and throws over the middle, giving the Eagles several changes to examine before the regular season. Jalen Hurts is adapting to the system following the departure of A.J. Brown. Philadelphia also has an important group of reserve quarterbacks to evaluate, with Tanner McKee, Cole Payton and veteran Andy Dalton behind Hurts. The supplied information does not confirm how Philadelphia plans to divide Saturday’s quarterback snaps.

The Eagles also have several young players and position battles worth evaluating. First-round receiver Makai Lemon is expected to compete for a major role alongside DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks after showing strong short-area quickness during the spring. Safety remains Philadelphia’s biggest defensive question, with Andrew Mukuba, Marcus Epps, Michael Carter II and Cole Wisniewski among the options. Riq Woolen also arrives after an impressive offseason and joins Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean in a talented cornerback group. Philadelphia can use Saturday to examine several new combinations.

Injuries: Makai Lemon (Questionable, Undisclosed), Keyshawn James-Newby (Questionable, Ankle), Cole Wisniewski (Questionable, Hamstring), Jonathan Greenard (PUP, Pectoral), Tucker Large (NFI, Undisclosed).

Baltimore Ravens Begin New Era Under Jesse Minter

Baltimore begins its first preseason under Jesse Minter, who replaced John Harbaugh after last season. The Ravens are also installing a new offense under Declan Doyle, creating an important August evaluation period for the entire unit. Lamar Jackson remains the starter, with Tyler Huntley projected behind him. Baltimore rebuilt parts of the offensive line, adding Ethan Pocic as the leading candidate at center and drafting Olaivavega Ioane in the first round to play right guard. The preseason gives the Ravens a chance to examine those changes in game conditions.

Several other competitions could shape Baltimore’s roster. The Ravens need to identify an outside linebacker opposite major free-agent addition Trey Hendrickson, with Mike Green, Tavius Robinson and Zion Young competing for the role. Wide receiver depth behind Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman is another area to watch. Devontez Walker and rookies Ja’Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt are among the candidates for the No. 3 receiver job. Baltimore also needs to evaluate defensive tackle depth while Nnamdi Madubuike continues working toward clearance following neck surgery.

Injuries: Travis Jones (PUP, Pectoral), John Jenkins (PUP, Undisclosed), Teddye Buchanan (PUP, Knee/ACL).

Philadelphia Eagles vs Baltimore Ravens Game Pick

• Philadelphia Eagles -1.5

Philadelphia is the pick because its quarterback depth could be valuable throughout a preseason game. McKee and Dalton give the Eagles two experienced options behind Hurts, while Baltimore’s projected roster lists Huntley as the only quarterback behind Jackson. Philadelphia also has several offensive changes to evaluate under Mannion, creating useful game reps for players throughout the depth chart. The spread has moved from Eagles -2.5 to -1.5, giving Philadelphia a smaller number to cover. With more proven quarterback depth available, Philadelphia -1.5 is the play on Saturday.

Philadelphia Eagles vs Baltimore Ravens Over/Under Pick

• Under 36.5

The under 36.5 is the pick with both teams installing new offensive systems and using the preseason opener to evaluate personnel. Philadelphia is working through Mannion’s changes, while Baltimore is learning Doyle’s offense under a new coaching staff. Neither supplied report confirms how much Hurts or Jackson will play, so production from the established starters cannot be assumed. Baltimore is also rebuilding the interior of its offensive line, while Philadelphia has several new receiving combinations. With the total holding at 36.5, the under is the play.