Broadcast Commentary & Opinion Analysis
Humorous Recent Matchup Breakdown
The preseason action kicked off with a chess match that saw Baltimore slowly strangling the life out of Indianapolis. The Colts tried to play keep-away early on, with S.Shrader splitting the uprights for a 53-yard field goal to start things off, but they couldn't stay away from K.Mitchell for long. Mitchell absolutely tore through the defense on a 22-yard touchdown run that signaled exactly what kind of afternoon was ahead for Indy. While R.Sanchez provided some decent punting, it couldn't stop the momentum shift when L.Wester took the lights out with an 87-yard sprint to the end zone, leaving the Colts looking like they were stuck in second gear.
Indianapolis attempted to claw their way back into the conversation through the foot of S.Shrader and a short plunge by K.Herbert, narrowing the gap to just five points in the third quarter. However, the complexion of the game changed entirely in the final frame. With the pressure mounting, R.Leonard threw a pass intended for B.Taylor that J.Higgins snatched out of the air, effectively ending any hope of a comeback. That interception allowed T.Loop to seal the deal with a clinical 52-yard field goal, ensuring the Ravens walked away with the victory while the Colts were left searching for answers.