Baltimore Ravens vs. Green Bay Packers 8/24/24 – As the NFL preseason strides on, a competitive clash between the Baltimore Ravens and the Green Bay Packers is scheduled to take place at Lambeau Field on Saturday. The two teams are tied at one win apiece in this year’s preseason campaign; they are eager to perfect their form and strategies before the beginning of the league. It is important that it is Week 3 match because both teams have undergone various transformations – this will be interesting while making an NFL Preseason Predictions.
Baltimore Ravens vs. Green Bay Packers 8/24/24
| When: | Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 1:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Lambeau Field |
| TV: | – |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Ravens | -0.5 (-115) | 34.5 over (-110) | -115 |  |
| Packers | +0.5 (-105) | 34.5 under (-110) | -105 | |
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The betting odds present a tight contest. Baltimore comes in slightly favored by the oddsmakers with a -0.5 spread, reflecting their strong recent performances despite a mixed track record against Green Bay. The total set at 34.5 points suggests expectations of a typically low-scoring preseason game, aligning with both teams’ recent unders.
Josh Johnson QB vs. Sean Clifford QB
In the preseason, Josh Johnson demonstrated his ability to lead Baltimore successfully; he played with a 103.9 passer rating and a 65.2% completion rate. His consistent performance in two games that did not result in any interceptions, featuring 182 passing yards, testifies to his dependability. Against Green Bay’s defense, Johnson must be careful not to turn over the ball and throw accurately.
With a 55.8 passer rating and 55.2% completion rate, Sean Clifford for the Packers has been inefficient. Besides, his numbers are concerning as he has not thrown any touchdowns and is also responsible for an interception. For him to realize his full capability, the team needs to address these deficiencies.
The outcome of this match will depend on the ability of Johnson to maintain his peak performance against Clifford’s quest for betterment as quarterbacks. The pressure on Clifford to grow and the known consistency of Johnson may set up an interesting quarterback battle, with Johnson being favored due to his current form.
Ground and Air: Ravens’ Offensive Dynamics
A dynamic set up by Baltimore called for Josh Johnson to have a strong arm while Owen Wright, who has been grinding through defenses averaging 2.8 yards per carry, handles the ground game. Although not much impressive, this consistent gain by Wright implies that Ravens’ offense is balanced. In the air, Dayton Wade emerged as Johnson’s preferred target and he managed to accumulate 94 receiving yards with touchdown. Thus, these two must work in harmony in order to penetrate Green Bay’s defensive front.
Packers’ Rush and Reception Analysis
Emanuel Wilson led the team in rushing for Green Bay as he made great strides at improving its running game. With two games played and 108 rushing yardage – a solid basis of four-point-two yards per carry, shown by Wilson, which is an improvement from his previous performance this season. Grant DuBose has been one of those modest but useful players in his role as a receiver though there is little doubt that more will be required from him and other receivers if Packers are to diversify their offensive game against the tough Baltimore defense.
Trends
Baltimore Ravens Betting Trends
Baltimore are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Baltimore’s last 5 games.
Baltimore are 12-4 SU in their last 16 games.
Ravens are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games against Green Bay.
Baltimore are 3-7 SU in their last 10 games against Green Bay.
Green Bay Packers Betting Trends
Green Bay are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Green Bay’s last 5 games.
Green Bay are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games.
Packers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games at home.
Green Bay are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against Baltimore.
Baltimore Ravens vs. Green Bay Packers Betting Prediction
This game is expected to be a low scoring affair because both teams have performed well and the odds are close, which is shown by their UNDER trends. Considering that the Ravens cannot cover the spread, it is likely that the Packers’ strong ATS and home-field advantage could make them favorites in this game.
Those wanting to place bets may find value in backing Green Bay to cover the spread with room for total points UNDER 34.5. Look at top-tier online betting sites for updated odds as things get closer to kickoff for last-minute analysis as well as potential prop bets.
Score Prediction: Packers 17, Ravens 14.
