Final Drive: Preseason Opener Will Answer Some Key Questions

The Ravens have to deal with the noise at U.S. Bank Stadium, figure out J.J. McCarthy in his fourth game, and beat the Vikings' aggressive blitzing defense.

Mark Andrews, Isaiah Likely, and Charlie Kolar are all in contract years and all rooting for each other.

The Ravens are preparing for a loud environment and horn at the Vikings' U.S. Bank Stadium.

New Ravens OLB Dre'Mont Jones will have a significant role at a position of need.

The Ravens already made two trades this season with Alohi Gilman and Jaire Alexander. Will they make another?

Mark Andrews, Isaiah Likely, and Charlie Kolar combined for three touchdowns in the win over Miami.

The Ravens needs to keep the offensive momentum rolling, continue to get turnovers, and limit Miami's game-breakers.

Miami is a special place for several Ravens, including Lamar Jackson and Zay Flowers.

Ravens players have a new outlook on the season after coming out of the bye with a win.

With a win over the Bears coming out of the bye, the Ravens see a new season ahead despite their difficult start.

The Ravens need to get in an offensive rhythm, put a lid on the Bears' big plays, and win the turnover battle.

Facing his former team, Roquan Smith is looking to provide a spark for the Ravens defense.

Safety Kyle Hamilton said every game for the Ravens is a playoff game with the team sitting at 1-5.

The Ravens feel refreshed after their bye and know they need to start winning this week.

ILB Roquan Smith said he expects to return to action against the Bears in Week 8.

Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken believes the Ravens took a step forward versus the Rams, but they'll evaluate scheme tweaks during the bye.

Rookies Malaki Starks and Mike Green have been thrust into big roles and coaches have faith that they'll make big plays this season.

The Ravens need to improve in short-yardage and goal-to-go situations during the bye.

Beating the Rams will come down to keeping track of Puka Nacua, playing better on early downs, and getting out of the offensive rut.

The Ravens believe the pairing of safeties Alohi Gilman and Kyle Hamilton could have a big effect on their defense.

The Ravens are taking action to turn around their 1-4 season, evidenced by trading Odafe Oweh for Alohi Gilman.

The Ravens have traded Odafe Oweh for safety Alohi Gilman and signed safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the practice squad.

The Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club at Hilton Recreation Center was unveiled in West Baltimore.

The Ravens need to establish their running game against the Texans with Lamar Jackson out.

Will the Ravens feed Derrick Henry if Lamar Jackson is sidelined by a hamstring injury?