The Jesse Minter era begins when the Baltimore Ravens visit the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday. Baltimore enters the opener with Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, and a new offense designed by first-year coordinator Declan Doyle. Indianapolis counters with Daniel Jones, Jonathan Taylor and a defense coordinated by Lou Anarumo.
Here are the five factors that could decide the opener.
Follow along for the official inactives list, lineup decisions, injuries, scoring drives, and every important development from Indianapolis as Baltimore begins its first season under Minter.
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What time does Ravens vs. Colts start?
- Date: Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026
- Time: 1 p.m. ET
- Where: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
What TV channel is Ravens vs. Colts on today?
- TV: CBS
- Streaming: Paramount+, Fubo and NFL+
- Play-by-play: Andrew Catalon
- Analyst: Logan Ryan
- Sideline reporter: AJ Ross
- Ravens radio: 98 Rock, 97.9 FM
- Colts radio: 93.5 FM and 107.5 FM The Fan and 97.1 HANK FM
- Colts radio team: Matt Taylor and Charles Arbuckle
Ravens vs. Colts predictions
- Ravens Wire prediction: Ravens 31, Colts 27
- Paul Bretl, Colts Wire: Colts 34, Ravens 31
Bretl expects a high-scoring game and believes Jones can rediscover the success he enjoyed in Shane Steichen’s offense before suffering
an Achilles injury last season. Baltimore’s ability to pressure Jones and keep Taylor from controlling the game could determine which prediction proves accurate.
Ravens injury updates
Defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike was ruled out with a neck injury. Rookie linebacker Teddye Buchanan was also ruled out because of a knee injury. Wide receiver Devontez Walker was listed as questionable with a groin injury. Zay Flowers was listed as a full participant and did not receive a game-status designation after dealing with a hamstring injury earlier in the week. Baltimore elevated linebacker Carl Jones Jr. and wide receiver Chris Moore from the practice squad for the game. Both will provide depth at positions affected by injuries.
Ravens inactives
Baltimore’s official inactive list is scheduled to be released at approximately 11:30 a.m. ET, 90 minutes before kickoff.
Madubuike and Buchanan will be inactive after being ruled out. Walker’s availability will be confirmed when the Ravens submit their complete list.
Colts injury updates
Linebacker Austin Ajiake was ruled out because of a hamstring injury. Indianapolis elevated linebacker Kenneth Harris from the practice squad, providing additional depth at the position.
Cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt is unavailable while serving a one-game suspension.
Colts inactives
Indianapolis’ official inactive list is expected at approximately 11:30 a.m. ET. Ajiake will not play, while the Colts’ remaining inactive players will consist primarily of healthy scratches and lineup-related decisions.
Who is starting on the Ravens’ offensive line?
Baltimore is expected to start Jovaughn Gwyn at center and rookie Vega Ioane at right guard. Their performance represents one of the most important developments to monitor against an Indianapolis defensive front featuring DeForest Buckner, Grover Stewart and Laiatu Latu.
Gwyn and Ioane must protect Jackson without allowing immediate pressure through the middle. They will also play central roles in creating space for Henry against Stewart and a physical Colts interior.
Indianapolis could test their communication with simulated pressures and late defensive movement. Baltimore can ease that burden by establishing its running game and keeping the offense out of obvious passing situations.
Ravens preseason schedule and results
- Game 1: Ravens 24, Eagles 7 — Aug. 15 in Baltimore
- Game 2: Ravens 13, Vikings 3 — Aug. 22 at Minnesota
- Game 3: Ravens 41, Commanders 3 — Aug. 28 in Baltimore
The Ravens finished the preseason 3-0 and outscored their opponents 78-13.
Ravens regular-season schedule for 2026
- Week 1: At Colts — Sept. 13, 1 p.m., CBS
- Week 2: Saints — Sept. 20, 1 p.m., CBS
- Week 3: Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro — Sept. 27, 4:25 p.m., CBS
- Week 4: Titans — Oct. 4, 1 p.m., CBS
- Week 5: At Falcons — Oct. 11, 8:20 p.m., NBC
- Week 6: At Browns — Oct. 18, 1 p.m., FOX
- Week 7: Bengals — Oct. 25, 1 p.m., CBS
- Week 8: At Bills — Nov. 1, 1 p.m., CBS
- Week 9: Jaguars — Nov. 5, 8:15 p.m., Prime Video
- Week 10: Chargers — Nov. 16, 8:15 p.m., ESPN
- Week 11: At Panthers — Nov. 22, 1 p.m., FOX
- Week 12: At Texans — Nov. 29, 1 p.m., CBS
- Week 13: Bye
- Week 14: Buccaneers — Dec. 13, 1 p.m., FOX
- Week 15: At Steelers — Dec. 20, 1 p.m., CBS
- Week 16: Browns — Dec. 27, 1 p.m., CBS
- Week 17: At Bengals — Dec. 31, 8:15 p.m., Prime Video
- Week 18: Steelers — Date and time to be announced
The schedule is subject to flexible scheduling later in the season.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens vs. Colts live updates: Start time, TV channel for NFL Week 1 game
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