Ravens reveal season-long captains, approach Week 1 in good health

September 4, 2026 - 04:06

The Baltimore Ravens have settled on their leadership group for the 2025 season, and first-year head coach Jesse Minter will have a familiar core to lean on as the team prepares for its Week 1 kickoff on September 13. The Ravens announced the season-long captains on Monday, a mix of veteran anchors and emerging voices who will set the tone in the locker room from day one.

Minter, who took over the head coaching duties in the offseason, kept the selection process player-driven, as the roster voted on who would wear the "C" on their jerseys all year. The list includes several returning starters who were captains under the previous regime, ensuring a smooth transition in leadership style. While the team did not break down the vote totals, the group reflects a balance of offensive, defensive, and special teams representation.

Perhaps the most encouraging news out of Owings Mills is the health report. As the Ravens wrapped up their final full practice before the regular-season opener, the injury list was notably thin. No starters are listed as questionable or doubtful, and the only players held out of practice were doing so for rest purposes rather than due to any new ailment. That is a significant shift from last year, when Baltimore entered Week 1 with a handful of key contributors already nursing nagging injuries.

The clean bill of health extends to the offensive line, which had been a concern during training camp, and to the defensive secondary, where a couple of veterans were eased back into action after minor tweaks. Minter confirmed that everyone expected to play against the opponent on September 13 will be available, barring any last-minute setbacks. He also praised the team's conditioning staff for managing workloads through the preseason without sacrificing sharpness.

With the captaincy settled and the roster at full strength, the Ravens can now focus entirely on game-planning for the opener. The new coach has stressed a physical, disciplined approach, and having his chosen leaders healthy and on the field from the first snap should give Baltimore a solid foundation to start the year.