Are Commanders Favorites over Ravens?

The Washington Commanders enter Week 6 riding high on a four-game win streak, but their upcoming matchup against the Baltimore Ravens will be their biggest test yet. Washington's rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, who has taken the league by storm with his dual-threat abilities, will face off against two-time MVP Lamar Jackson in a battle of both passing and rushing prowess.

Daniels, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 draft, has been a revelation for Washington, leading the NFL with a 77.1 percent completion rate and averaging 60 rushing yards per game. His dynamic play has powered the Commanders to a 4-1 record, making them one of the most surprising success stories of the season. However, their opponent, the Ravens, boast the NFL's best rushing offense, averaging 211.2 yards per game, and a stingy run defense that allows just 60.4 rushing yards per contest.

The Commanders rank second in the league in rushing yards, behind the Ravens, with 178.4 per game, but Washington’s defense will need to step up, as they’ve struggled against the run, allowing 5.1 yards per carry—one of the worst marks in the league. Head coach Dan Quinn's defense will need to find a way to slow down Baltimore's dominant rushing attack, led by Jackson and Derrick Henry, to have a chance.

The Ravens, currently 3-2, are favored by every NFL.com expert to win this game. Predictions include:

• Ali Bhanpuri : Ravens 28-24
• Brooke Cersosimo : Ravens 33-28
• Dan Parr : Ravens 30-24
• Gennaro Filice : Ravens 27-19
• Tom Blair : Ravens 27-25

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For Washington , this is more than just another game—it’s a chance to prove themselves as legitimate contenders. Can the Commanders overcome the odds and stop the Ravens’ ground dominance, or will they fall short in their biggest test of the season?