gg2
Ravens vs Vikings game
Archived — this story has rotated out of today’s deck. It is kept here in full.
The gist
Ravens face Vikings in preseason Week 2 at U.S. Bank Stadium, kickoff 1 p.m. ET. Starters likely sit after joint practices, making it a backup showcase.
Background
The Baltimore Ravens and Minnesota Vikings meet in their second preseason game on Saturday, Aug. 22, at U.S. Bank Stadium. Both teams held joint practices earlier in the week, which coaches used to get starters valuable reps, so many first-team players are expected to sit out the game. The Ravens won their preseason opener 24-7 against the Eagles, while the Vikings beat the Giants 13-10.
How it unfolded
- Aug 15, 2026Ravens beat Eagles 24-7 in preseason opener; Vikings beat Giants 13-10.
- Aug 19, 2026 -20, 2026Ravens and Vikings hold joint practices at TCO Performance Center in Eagan, Minnesota.
- Aug 22, 2026Ravens and Vikings play preseason Week 2 at U.S. Bank Stadium; kickoff at 1 p.m. ET.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Vikings are 3.5-point favorites, with better quarterback options behind Kyler Murray and stronger defensive form.
- Coaches
- Both teams prioritized starter reps in joint practices, so many first-teamers are unlikely to play in the game.