Ravens Receive Mostly Positive Injury Updates Ahead of Week 1 vs. Bills

Key Inactives for the Ravens Ahead of the Season Opener

The Baltimore Ravens are heading into their 2025 regular season opener against the Buffalo Bills with a roster that is mostly intact, though not entirely. Several key players will be sidelined for the game, which promises to be one of the most anticipated matchups of the week. The inactives list includes tight end Isaiah Likely, fullback Patrick Ricard, free safety Reuben Lowery III, running back Keaton Mitchell, offensive tackle Carson Vinson, and edge rusher David Ojabo.

Among these absences, Likely’s absence stands out as the most significant. He is considered one of the NFL’s top young tight ends and has been a crucial part of the Ravens’ offense. His injury, which was reported on July 30, turned out to be more severe than initially thought. According to sources, Likely suffered a small fracture in his foot during a practice session, and he is expected to miss several months of play. While there is hope that he could return early in the season, it remains uncertain whether he will be available for the Week 1 matchup against the Bills.

A Season-Ending Loss in 2024

The Ravens are starting the 2025 season where their 2024 campaign ended — with a 27-25 loss to the Bills in the AFC Divisional Round. That defeat marked the end of what had been a promising year for the team, and they’ll be looking to bounce back in this high-stakes matchup.

How to Watch the Ravens vs. Bills Game

Fans across the country can tune in to watch the Ravens take on the Bills in the opening week of the 2025 regular season. Here’s what you need to know:

• When: 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC/Peacock)
• Where: Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York
• Line: BAL -1.5
• Over/Under: 50.5
• 2024 Records: Ravens 12-5 (lost AFC Divisional Round), Bills 13-4 (lost AFC Championship Game)

A Historic Season Opener for the Bills

This game also holds special significance for the Bills, as it marks the final season opener at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park. The team has called this venue home since 1973, and the stadium will be replaced by a new facility in 2026. The new stadium, referred to colloquially as “New Highmark Stadium,” will have a seating capacity of 62,000 and is being built at an estimated cost of $2.2 billion. Construction began in June 2023, and while the new structure won’t have a fully covered roof, it will feature a “365-degree dome” concept covering approximately 65% of the fan seating.

A Showdown Between Two MVP Quarterbacks

One of the main attractions of the Ravens vs. Bills matchup is the presence of two of the NFL’s most accomplished quarterbacks. For the Bills, quarterback Josh Allen is coming off a historic 2024 season, during which he earned his first NFL MVP award after leading the team to a 13-4 record. On the other side, Lamar Jackson, who finished as the runner-up for MVP in 2024, continues to be a dominant force for the Ravens. Their showdown promises to be one of the most exciting games of the season.