Ravens prioritize mental reps during Friday walkthrough ahead of huge matchup vs. Lions

The Ravens (4-2) will get an actual test of how much they’ve improved when the Detroit Lions (5-1) arrive at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday.

Head coach John Harbaugh is taking this contest seriously, so much so that he canceled the standard Friday practice, replacing it with a walkthrough focused on mental reps and knowledge of their opponent.

The #Ravens altered their routine by going with more of a walkthrough for Friday’s practice.

“I thought the best thing to do was get a good mental sweat,” coach John Harbaugh said. pic.twitter.com/7AUcj9HDiA

— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) October 20, 2023

Baltimore will face their stiffest test against a Detroit offensive unit that can beat you with the run or pass, while their defense is among the NFL’s best.

The Lions enter Sunday’s game at M&T Bank Stadium ranked No. 3 in total offense (383.7 yards) and fourth in points per game (28).

Quarterback Jared Goff is fifth in the NFL in passing yards (1,618).