Ravens vs Commanders Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets – NFL Preseason

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  • The Ravens are -3.5 point favorites vs the Commanders
  • Total (Over/Under): 38.5 points
  • Watch the game on ESPN

The Baltimore Ravens visit FedExField to take on the Washington Commanders on Aug. 21. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00pm EDT in Landover.

The Ravens are betting favorites in this preseason matchup, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-110).

The Ravens vs. Commanders Over/Under is 38.5 total points for the game.

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Ravens vs. Commanders Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Ravens-3.5 -11038.5 -110-165
Commanders +3.5 -11038.5 -110+140

Ravens vs. Commanders Prediction

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Commanders will win this preseason game with 61.0% confidence.

Ravens vs Commanders Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Ravens will cover the spread with 54.5% confidence.

Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Ravens and Commanders, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.


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Best Ravens Player Prop Bets Today

We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Ravens players this preseason game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

  • Lamar Jackson has hit the TD Passes Under in 8 of his last 9 games (+6.35 Units / 44% ROI)
  • Lamar Jackson has hit the Completions Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.30 Units / 40% ROI)
  • Devin Duvernay has hit the Longest Reception Under in 6 of his last 7 games (+4.65 Units / 53% ROI)
  • Devin Duvernay has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 6 of his last 7 away games (+4.65 Units / 52% ROI)
  • Sammy Watkins has hit the Receiving Yards Under in his last 4 games (+4.00 Units / 83% ROI)

Best Commanders Player Prop Best Bets Today

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Commanders players for this preseason matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

  • Antonio Gibson has hit the Longest Rush Under in 11 of his last 13 games (+8.75 Units / 55% ROI)
  • Brian Robinson has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 9 of his last 11 games (+6.70 Units / 53% ROI)
  • Brian Robinson has hit the Carries Over in 8 of his last 11 games (+4.80 Units / 39% ROI)
  • Curtis Samuel has hit the Longest Reception Over in 7 of his last 9 games (+4.65 Units / 47% ROI)
  • Logan Thomas has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 8 of his last 11 games (+4.20 Units / 28% ROI)
  • The Baltimore Ravens have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 9 of their last 14 games (+5.70 Units / 36% ROI)
  • The Baltimore Ravens have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 8 of their last 13 games (+5.35 Units / 27% ROI)
  • The Baltimore Ravens have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 6 of their last 7 games (+5.00 Units / 62% ROI)
  • The Baltimore Ravens have hit the 1H Moneyline in 12 of their last 19 games (+4.40 Units / 13% ROI)
  • The Baltimore Ravens have scored first in 7 of their last 10 away games (+4.00 Units / 33% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the 2H Moneyline in 9 of their last 16 games (+7.95 Units / 41% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have covered the 2Q Spread in 10 of their last 13 games (+6.65 Units / 43% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have covered the 3Q Spread in 7 of their last 8 games at home (+6.00 Units / 61% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the Moneyline in 9 of their last 18 games (+5.50 Units / 25% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+4.85 Units / 52% ROI)

Ravens Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL preseason, the Ravens went 0-1 (-1.1 Units / -100% ROI).

  • Ravens are 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +1 Units / 37.04% ROI
  • Ravens are 1-0 when betting the Over for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
  • Ravens are 0-1 when betting the Under for -1.1 Units / ROI

Commanders Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL preseason, the Commanders went 1-0 (+1 Units / 90.91% ROI).

  • Commanders are 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +1.25 Units / 125% ROI
  • Commanders are 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
  • Commanders are 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI

Baltimore Ravens: Keys to the Game vs. the Washington Commanders

The Ravens were 6-4 (.600) when having a turnover margin within one of the opposing team in the 2022 season — tied for 10th-best in NFL; League Avg: .494.

The Ravens are winless (0-3) when allowing more than 50% of third down conversions opportunities since the 2021 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .277.

The Ravens were 4-2 (.667) vs top 10 pass defenses in the 2022 season — tied for 8th-best in NFL; League Avg: .512.

The Ravens are 10-1 (.909) when allowing less than 30% of third down conversion opportunities since the 2021 season — 3rd-best in NFL; League Avg: .705.

Washington Commanders: Keys to the Game vs. the Baltimore Ravens

The Commanders are 2-13 (.133) when allowing 5 or more explosive passes since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .430.

The Commanders are 1-6 (.143) after a road win since the 2021 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .466.

The Commanders were 6-3 (.667) when sacking the QB less than 3 times in the 2022 season — tied for 5th-best in NFL; League Avg: .411.

The Commanders were 3-8 (.273) when not forcing a fumble in the 2022 season — tied for 8th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .424.

Additional Matchup Notes for Baltimore Ravens vs. Washington Commanders

The Commanders averaged just 3.9 yards per carry last season — tied for third-worst in NFL. The Ravens allowed just 4.0 yards per carry last season — third-best in NFL.

Commanders TEs had just 28.2 receiving yards per game in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — tied for second-worst in NFL. The Ravens allowed an average of just 25.8 receiving yards per game to TEs in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — third-best in NFL.

The Commanders averaged just 3.7 yards per carry on 1st Down last season — tied for worst in NFL. The Ravens allowed just 4.1 yards per carry on first down last season — fifth-best in NFL.

The Ravens ran successful plays on just 38.4% of pass attempts on their opponent’s side of the field last season — fourth-worst in NFL. Commanders allowed successful plays on just 41.0% of pass attempts on their own side of the field last season — best in NFL.

The Ravens ran successful plays on just 15.8% of pass attempts when their QB was under pressure last season — worst in NFL. The Commanders have pressured opposing QBs on 26.5% of passing plays last season — fifth-best in NFL.

The Ravens threw for 3,202 passing yards in 17 games (just 188.4 YPG) last season — third-worst in NFL. The Commanders allowed just 192.4 passing yards per game last season — fourth-best in NFL.

Baltimore Ravens Offense: Important Stats

The Ravens targeted TEs 42% of the time (203 Pass Attempts/488 plays) in the 2022 season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 20%.

The Ravens targeted WRs 41% of the time (198 Pass Attempts/488 plays) in the 2022 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 57%.

The Ravens have thrown the ball 18% of the time (21 Pass Attempts/119 plays) on 3rd and short since the 2021 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 46%.

The Ravens targeted TEs 51% of the time (39 Pass Attempts/76 plays) in the red zone in the 2022 season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 24%.

Washington Commanders Offense: Important Stats

The Commanders started 66 drives inside their own 20 yard line in the 2022 season — 2nd-most in NFL.

The Commanders ran successful plays on 32% of rush attempts in the 1st quarter in the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

The Commanders have been flagged 27 times for 10+ yards on offense since the 2021 season — fewest in NFL.

The Commanders went three and out 17 times in the 1st quarter in the 2022 season — tied for 2nd-most in NFL.

Baltimore Ravens Defense: Important Stats

29% of the plays ran against the Ravens were in the red zone in the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 15%.

23% of the plays ran against the Ravens were in the red zone in the 2nd half in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 14%.

The Ravens defense has allowed a third down conversion rate of 30% in the 1st half since the 2021 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 41%.

The Ravens defense allowed just 7.4 points per game to opposing offenses (125 points / 17 games) in the 1st half in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 10.7.

Washington Commanders Defense: Important Stats

The Commanders defense has allowed 15 touchdown receptions to RBs since the 2021 season — most in NFL.

The Commanders defense allowed successful plays on 36% of pass attempts in the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 44%.

The Commanders defense allowed a Completion Pct of just 44% (16 completions/36 attempts) on third and 10+ yards to go in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 63%.

The Commanders defense allowed a third down conversion rate of 7% on third and 10+ yards to go in the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 19%.

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