After examining the Indianapolis Colts' final injury report of Week 1, where do the Baltimore Ravens stand health-wise entering this game?
On Friday afternoon, the Ravens ruled two players out -- defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike (neck) and linebacker Teddye Buchanan (knee).
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Glenn Erby of Ravens Wire provided some insight into what Madubuike's absence could mean for this game:
"Madubuike's absence leaves Baltimore without its most disruptive interior pass rusher for a matchup," Erby wrote. "His ability to collapse the pocket and create penetration against the run would have been valuable against one of the NFL's most explosive running backs."

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Baltimore Ravens LB Teddye Buchanan (knee) and DL Nnamdi Madubuike (neck) were limited in practice all week and have been ruled out for Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts. WR Devontez Walker (groin) was limited in practice all week and is listed as questionable. DE Calais Campbell (rest) did not practice on Friday, Sept. 11, and no longer appears on the injury report. WR Zay Flowers (hamstring) practiced in full on Friday and is no longer listed on the injury report.
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In one of the first deviations from John Harbaugh's usual approach, the Baltimore Ravens did not hold a full practice Thursday, but their estimated injury report included an encouraging development ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Indianapolis Colts.
Wide receiver Zay Flowers was listed as a full participant after being listed as a limited participant Wednesday because of a hamstring injury. The upgrade places him on track to play barring a setback during the remainder of the week.
Because Baltimore held a walkthrough, Thursday's participation levels projected how much work each player would handle during a traditional practice. Linebacker Teddye Buchanan was listed as a limited participant for the second consecutive day because of a knee injury. Defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike was also listed as a limited participant again with a neck injury.
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Madubuike's availability will be particularly important against Jonathan Taylor and the Colts' powerful rushing attack. The defensive tackle missed the final 15 games of the 2025 season, making his progression one of Baltimore's most significant Week 1 storylines. Wide receiver Devontez Walker was listed as a limited participant for the second consecutive day with a groin injury. His status could affect Baltimore's receiving rotation and special teams plans.

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The Baltimore Ravens reconstructed their coaching staff and strengthened several areas of the roster after falling short of the postseason. Those changes created renewed optimism, but they also increased the pressure on several returning players.
Baltimore's established stars will drive the team's championship pursuit. The Ravens' ability to close the gap in the AFC, however, could be determined by younger contributors becoming more consistent in expanded roles.
Here are five Ravens who must improve in 2026.
Simpson possesses the athletic tools to become a productive three-down linebacker, but Baltimore needs greater consistency from him alongside Roquan Smith. He must diagnose plays faster, take cleaner pursuit angles, and become more dependable in coverage. Teddye Buchanan and Jay Higgins IV give the Ravens additional options, placing even more importance on Simpson converting his physical ability into reliable production.
Rosengarten has gained valuable experience at right tackle, but the Ravens need him to take another step as a pass protector. His ability to handle speed rushers without consistent ****** istance would give Declan Doyle greater freedom with formations and route combinations. Baltimore cannot allow pressure from the right side to disrupt Lamar Jackson or force the offense away from deeper-developing concepts.

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The Baltimore Ravens released their final unofficial preseason depth chart ahead of Friday's 6 p.m. matchup against the Washington Commanders at M&T Bank Stadium. Two starting competitions remain unresolved, with Jovaughn Gwyn or Ethan Pocic listed at center and Trenton Simpson or Teddye Buchanan at weak-side linebacker, while Joe **** nano remains the No. 3 quarterback behind Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley.
An "or" designation indicates no separation between players.
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The Ravens activated linebacker Teddye Buchanan from active/physically unable to perform, the team announced.
Buchanan, who is returning from a torn ACL, passed his physical Friday.
Buchanan injured his knee on Dec. 14.
"This dude has been incredible in how he's attacked coming off the injury that he's come off of," Ravens coach Jesse Minter said of Buchanan last week, via Ryan Mink of the team website. "It's our job to make sure that when we put him into the football environment that he's ready and he doesn't have any setbacks off of that."
Buchanan took over the starting job next to Roquan Smith early last season and finished third on the team with 93 tackles despite missing the final three games.

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The Baltimore Ravens waived undrafted rookie cornerback Matthew McDoom, creating a spot on the 90-man training camp roster for inside linebacker Jamon Johnson. McDoom joined Baltimore after completing his college career at Cincinnati. The Florida native spent his first three seasons at Coastal Carolina before transferring to the Bearcats for his senior year.
During four college seasons, McDoom recorded four interceptions and 26 passes defended. He entered training camp facing significant competition in a crowded Baltimore secondary led by Marlon Humphrey, Nate Wiggins and Chidobe Awuzie. T.J. Tampa has also strengthened his case for the fourth cornerback role, while several defensive backs are competing for the remaining roster spots and special teams ****** ignments. That depth made McDoom expendable as the Ravens looked to address another position.
Johnson participated in a three-player workout with Baltimore before agreeing to join the team. The former Saint Frances Academy standout entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Green Bay Packers in 2025 and appeared in two games during his first season.
The 24-year-old began his college career at Georgia, where he played on two national championship teams. Johnson earned second-team ****** ociated Press All-America honors in 2022 after leading the Bulldogs with nine tackles for loss. He transferred to Kentucky for his final season and led the Wildcats with 67 tackles while adding seven tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, one interception and a forced fumble.
Johnson will compete for a reserve role behind Baltimore's established inside linebackers and could improve his roster chances by contributing on special teams. His addition also gives the Ravens another option while Teddye Buchanan continues recovering from the knee injury he suffered last season.

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Recovering from a serious injury tests far more than an athlete's body. It challenges patience, discipline, and mental toughness just as much as physical strength. Those qualities often determine whether a player returns to form or simply returns to the field. Baltimore Ravens linebacker Teddye Buchanan appears to be passing that test.
Drafted in Round 4 of the 2025 NFL Draft, Buchanan would notch 93 tackles, 0.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and a pass deflection through 14 games and 13 starts. He'd eventually be named to the Pro Football Writers **** ociation's NFL All-Rookie Team, but not before tearing his ACL in December, which would obviously end his season.
Although Buchanan remains sidelined as he continues his recovery, updates have been positive. He's expected to be one of the important cogs in Baltimore's defensive machine when healthy.
Veteran linebacker Roquan Smith believes the second-year defender has already impressed teammates by the way he's handled every step of the process. Speaking with reporters after a training camp practice, Smith couldn't hide his admiration for Buchanan's commitment.
Kudos from perennial Pro Bowlers say a lot. Smith admitted he has been amazed by what he's watched throughout Buchanan's rehabilitation. Smith's praise wasn't centered on Buchanan's athletic ability. Instead, it focused on the maturity and determination the young linebacker has displayed throughout a difficult stretch of his career.

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