In a commanding performance to kick off the 2026 season, the Baltimore Ravens defeated the Indianapolis Colts 28-6. With both teams looking to set the tone early, the Ravens showcased their dominance on both sides of the ball, asserting themselves as serious contenders this year. On offense, Derrick Henry led the charge for Baltimore, rushing for 84 yards and finding the end zone twice. Meanwhile, Daniel Jones of the Colts managed to throw for 215 yards, with Alec Pierce being his top target, racking up 101 receiving yards. Despite the Colts' efforts in the passing game, they struggled to convert drives into points. Defensively, the Ravens were relentless, with Roquan Smith leading the team with seven total tackles, while Trey Hendrickson added a critical sack. The turning point came late in the second quarter when Baltimore’s defense stifled a Colts drive, forcing a turnover on downs that allowed the Ravens to take control of the game and never look back.