The Baltimore Ravens are set to face off against the Kansas City Chiefs this Thursday in a riveting season opener that also serves as a rematch of the 2023 AFC Championship. After falling short in last year’s faceoff, Baltimore looks to avenge their narrow defeat and set the tone for a dominant season.
Lamar Jackson, matching Patrick Mahomes with two MVP trophies each, is fired up and ready to lead his team to victory. Despite the disappointing 17-10 loss at home during last season’s conference championship, the Ravens are rejuvenated and eager to prove their mettle against their formidable rivals.
Baltimore has made strategic enhancements, particularly on offense, to counteract Kansas City’s young and relatively inexperienced defense. The Ravens’ offense, bolstered by Jackson, Derrick Henry, and Mark Andrews looks more potent than ever.
The Ravens soar into this season with sky-high expectations. A victory over the Chiefs on Thursday offers a shot at "redemption" and positions Baltimore as the early frontrunner in the AFC. The stage is set, and the Ravens are ready to showcase their championship aspirations to the world. Football is officially back, and this showdown is one you won’t want to miss.
Ravens vs. Chiefs game details
- Home: Kansas City Chiefs
- Road: Baltimore Ravens
- Venue: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium — Kansas City, MO
- Date: September 5, 2024
- Time: 8:20 p.m. ET (7:20 p.m. Central, 5:20 p.m. Pacific)
- Last matchup: AFC Championship game 2023 (17-10 Chiefs win)
How to watch Ravens vs. Chiefs on TV
For those who have cable, this will be an easy find. The Ravens-Chiefs game will be nationally televised on NBC. Mike Tirico, Chris Collinsworth, and Melissa Stark headline the calling crew.
The game will be on the local channel WBAL Ch. 11 (Baltimore)
How to stream Ravens vs. Chiefs
The NFL season kicks off with the opening game available for streaming on the NBC app and Peacock. If you’re using the NBC app, you will need a cable login. But if you’re watching on Peacock, all you need is a Peacock subscription—no cable required. Peacock starts at $7.99 a month or $79.99 for the year.
For other ways to watch, most streaming services are similar to cable and will have you covered. Services like YouTube TV, Hulu+, and Sling usually include NBC, so you can catch all the nationally televised games right there.
How to listen to Ravens vs. Chiefs
For those unable to catch the game on the tele, dialing up the ole radio is still a great way to partake in the game.
- Local radio: WBAL (1090 AM/101.5 FM), 98Rock (97.9 FM)
- National Radio: Westwood One: Kevin Harlan (play-by-play), Kurt Warner (analyst) OR SiriusXM Radio Ch. 85 or 225
- Live radio stream: BaltimoreRavens.com (desktop users) and the Ravens Mobile app (in-market users only)
- Announcers: Gerry Sandusky (play-by-play), Rod Woodson (analyst)
- Spanish radio: TICO Sports (WLZL EL ZOL 107.9 FM), BaltimoreRavens.com, and the Ravens Mobile app (in-market users only)
- Announcers: David Andrade (play-by-play), Allen Gutierrez (analyst)