The Baltimore Ravens entered training camp with a quarterback room that appeared largely settled. Lamar Jackson's place atop the depth chart was unquestioned. Tyler Huntley provided an experienced backup option. Beyond that, most attention centered on how the remaining quarterbacks would sort themselves out.
Few would have predicted Joe ******* nano would force his way into the conversation. The undrafted free agent arrived in Baltimore with no guarantees, alongside a more recognizable name in Diego Pavia. He wasn't among the organization's headline rookie additions. As training camp unfolded, opportunities were often difficult to come by, yet by the time the Ravens finalized their initial 53-man roster, ******* nano had accomplished something many longshots never do.
He made himself impossible to ignore.
Head coach Jesse Minter shed light on that journey while discussing Baltimore's roster decisions with the media. In doing so, he offered more insight into one of the Ravens' biggest surprises of the summer.
When asked why the Ravens chose to keep three quarterbacks, Minter's answer was straightforward. What he stated surfaced repeatedly throughout the discussion.

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The Baltimore Ravens did not receive simple answers in their preseason finale. They received evidence that several of their most difficult roster decisions are difficult for good reasons. Baltimore rested 33 players and defeated the Washington Commanders 41-3, allowing the coaching staff to devote nearly every meaningful snap to players competing for jobs. Joe ******* nano, Adam Randall, LaJohntay Wester and several young defenders used the opportunity to strengthen their positions.
Here is what the finale revealed about Baltimore's primary roster races.
Fagnano completed 19 of 27 passes for 162 yards and a touchdown, finishing the preseason 56-of-75 for 509 yards, three scores and one interception.
Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley are secure. The decision is whether Baltimore values another position more than the protection of a developmental quarterback who may not clear waivers. ******* nano has made the practice squad route increasingly risky.
Randall produced 70 yards from scrimmage, rushing five times for 25 yards and catching three passes for 45. Ali had 46 yards from scrimmage and continued to show value as a receiver and special teams contributor.

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The list of UConn and Connecticut ties in the NFL just keeps growing.
There were nearly 50 players who've suited up and played in the state – at both the college and high school level – that found themselves part of an NFL organization at the start of training camp, hoping for a spot on a final 53-man roster.
Former UConn quarterback Joe **** nano, who former head coach Jim Mora made a Heisman case for after his stellar 2025 season, has been a standout in training camp so far.
Fagnano signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent and outlasted Heisman runner-up Diego Pavia and injured veteran Skylar Thompson for a spot on the preseason roster. He shined in Baltimore's first preseason game, completing 22 of 28 passes for 224 yards, a touchdown and an interception in a win over the Eagles
He then doubled down on Saturday, throwing a second career touchdown as he completed 15 of 20 passes for 123 yards in a 13-3 win over the Vikings. Now challenging veteran Tyler Huntley to be Lamar Jackson's backup, **** nano is the only Ravens QB to have thrown a touchdown pass in the preseason.

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The Baltimore Ravens used two joint practices with the Minnesota Vikings to evaluate most of their established starters and key contributors. Saturday's second preseason game will shift the attention toward players still fighting for employment. Baltimore's initial 53-man roster is beginning to take shape, but questions remain at quarterback, running back, offensive line, defensive line and throughout the secondary. Special teams contributions will also influence several decisions near the bottom of the depth chart.
These 10 Ravens enter the second preseason game with significant pressure to produce.
Fagnano strengthened his case during the preseason-opening victory over Philadelphia, completing 22 of 28 passes for 224 yards, one touchdown and one interception.
Baltimore could carry only Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley on the active roster. Another efficient performance would help ***** nano argue for a third quarterback spot while making him a priority for the practice squad if he is waived.
Ward joined the Ravens after Rasheen Ali's injury created another opening in the backfield. The veteran enters a competition that includes Adam Randall and several younger reserves.

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The Baltimore Ravens' two joint practices with the Minnesota Vikings should give the key starters, critical rookies, and role players the type of intense, controlled work that Jesse Minter values more than extended preseason action. That makes Saturday afternoon's game at U.S. Bank Stadium especially important for other rookies, reserves and veterans competing near the bottom of the depth chart.
Some of those players will receive snaps during the joint sessions, but the first-team periods and situational work will naturally command most of the attention. Saturday afternoon's game offers longer evaluations, live tackling and unscripted situations that cannot be fully recreated in practice. Minnesota has also indicated that productive joint work could limit the number of additional snaps its starters receive Saturday, creating another reserve-heavy opportunity for both coaching staffs.
Here are 10 matchups to watch when the Ravens and Vikings complete their week in Minnesota.
Huntley was efficient in Baltimore's preseason opener, completing six of seven passes for 76 yards, but he also took two sacks. Minnesota's defense should present a more complex protection test, even if Flores does not use his full pressure package in an exhibition game. Huntley must identify the unblocked defender, get the offense into the correct answer, and avoid turning a negative play into a turnover. His experience and mobility give Baltimore stability behind Jackson, but a clean operation against Minnesota's reserve front would be more valuable than a few highlight throws. The evaluation begins with how consistently Huntley keeps the offense on schedule.
Fagnano delivered one of Baltimore's strongest performances against Philadelphia, completing 11 of 14 passes for 118 yards and a touchdown, although he also threw an interception. Thomas enters the matchup with momentum after the undrafted Vikings rookie intercepted a pass in Minnesota's opener against the Giants and continued receiving additional practice work. ******* nano must move the safety with his eyes and avoid predetermining throws over the middle. Thomas, meanwhile, will be tested in his communication and patience against a quarterback who has shown he can distribute the football accurately when the initial read is available.

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Joe ******* nano entered training camp fighting for snaps and engulfed in a five-person quarterback room. After Diego Pavia's release and Skylar Thompson's injury, he will travel to Minnesota with a legitimate opportunity to force his way onto the Baltimore Ravens' 53-man roster.
The undrafted rookie quarterback took advantage of an extended opportunity in Baltimore's 24-7 preseason victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, completing 22 of 28 passes for 224 yards, one touchdown and one interception. He directed three scoring drives, operated the offense with poise and consistently delivered the football on time.
It was the type of performance that could change ******* nano's standing within the organization. He is no longer simply a developmental quarterback helping Baltimore complete training camp. He is making a strong case to become the Ravens' third quarterback. till earning the QB3 designation and securing a roster spot are two different challenges.
Fagnano entered the game after Tyler Huntley handled Baltimore's first two possessions and was trusted with most of the remaining quarterback snaps. He connected with Ja'Kobi Lane for a 16-yard touchdown, completed passes to 10 different receivers and helped the Ravens maintain possession throughout the second half.
His only significant mistake came late in the second quarter. ******* nano attempted to complete a pass across the end zone while moving outside the pocket, but Eagles cornerback Kelee Ringo made an athletic interception. Jesse Minter did not appear overly concerned with the decision, praising Ringo's play and ******* nano's ability to respond after halftime.

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The Baltimore Ravens entered training camp with zero mystery surrounding the top of their quarterback depth chart. Lamar Jackson remains one of the NFL's elite quarterbacks, and Tyler Huntley has proven he can capably step into the lineup when called upon.
The questions don't begin until we ask who's third on the depth chart. After Saturday night's preseason opening win against the Philadelphia Eagles, that competition may be much closer to a conclusion than it was a week ago.
Joe ****** nano received the longest look of any Ravens quarterback, taking over for Huntley in the second quarter and remaining in the game until Baltimore's second drive of the fourth quarter. The extended workload felt significant, and ****** nano made the most of it. By the end of the evening, the undrafted rookie had completed 22 of 28 passes for 224 yards, one touchdown and one interception.
Fagnano looked comfortable running the offense and consistently delivered the football where it needed to go. His physical tools have never been the primary selling point of his game. No one is going to confuse him with Jackson when it comes to arm strength or athletic ability. What the rookie does possess, however, is accuracy, and that was on display throughout Saturday's contest.
Time and again, ****** nano delivered catchable footballs to his receivers, allowing them to make plays after the catch. Whether he was targeting Elijah Sarratt, Matthew Hibner or Ja'Kobi Lane, the ball frequently arrived on time and on target.

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