Eagles fall 24-7 to Ravens in preseason opener, roster updates noted
Philadelphia lost to Baltimore 24-7 in a preseason game, with limited starter participation and several position battles and injury updates highlighted.
Philadelphia opened its 2026 preseason with a 24-7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, fielding mostly backup players. Backup quarterback Andy Dalton completed three of six passes for 20 yards, while Tanner McKee went 6-for-10 for 35 yards, indicating no clear advantage for either in the QB2 competition.
Safety Marcus Epps, who was healthy, did not dress, whereas Michael Carter II did. Britain Covey returned punts, and Quez Watkins and Elijah Moore handled kick returns. The team’s starting offensive line featured Fred Johnson, John Ojukwu, Willie Lampkin, Drew Kendall and Markel Bell, with several line adjustments made during the game.
Key moments included a sack on Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley by linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr., and a fumble recovery by Ambry Thomas after a forced fumble by Shaun Wade. Rookie quarterback Cole Payton entered late in the fourth quarter and led a 59-yard drive that ended with a touchdown pass to Erik Ezukanma.
Injury news noted that cornerback Jakorian Bennett required medical attention after the first Ravens drive. The Eagles will have a day off on August 16 before resuming practice and later holding joint training-camp sessions with the New England Patriots.