The Green Bay Packers welcome the'Baltimore Ravens to Lambeau Field for Week 3 of the preseason Saturday. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s'lines around the Ravens'vs. Packers odds, and'make our expert'NFL picks and predictions.
The Ravens bounced back from their preseason-opening loss — 16-13 to the visiting Philadelphia Eagles Aug. 9 — with a 13-12 win over the Atlanta Falcons in Baltimore Aug. 17. Despite not playing their starters, they average 13 points per game, with QB Josh Johnson impressing as a backup QB, completing 11 of 11 passes for 120 yards and a touchdown. RB Emory Jones also shined, but the run game remains inconsistent. Defensively, the Ravens are strong, allowing 14 points per game. Undrafted rookie LB Yvandy Rigby leads with 14 tackles. They'll aim to finish the preseason on a high note Saturday.
The Packers aim to bounce back from a 27-2 blowout loss at the Denver Broncos Sunday and finish the preseason with a winning record. They're averaging 12.5 points, 150 passing yards, and 121.5 rushing yards per game. The status of Green Bay's starters remains uncertain, with coach Matt LaFleur weighing options. The offense struggled without starters, with QB Sean Clifford and' QB Michael Pratt combining for minimal passing yards. RB Emanuel Wilson has been a bright spot, rushing for 108 yards and a touchdown. Defensively, the Packers need to tighten up, allowing 18.5 points per game.
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