Ravens top Cowboys 31-13 in second preseason as depth charts tested

The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Dallas Cowboys 31-13 in a second preseason game that underscored the ongoing evaluation of both rosters and the strategic approach teams take before the regular season. The game, staged at ATT Stadium, showcased heavy workloads for backups, highlighted depth concerns on both sides, and provided early signals about how each team intends to shape its lineup for September.

Baltimore used its running game to seize control early and never loosened the grip. The Ravens piled up 148 rushing yards, a dominant figure that helped sustain long drives and wear down Dallas’s defense. On the defensive side, Baltimore disrupted Dallas’s plans with pressure and disciplined coverage, forcing turnovers and contributing to the command-and-control performance that defined much of the night. A notable highlight was a sack and safety delivered by cornerback Kenyon Martin, illustrating the Ravens’ ability to create negative plays and swing momentum.

Quarterback play for the Ravens leaned into the depth chart. Ex-Cowboy Cooper Rush, now with Baltimore, contributed a touchdown pass and provided veteran poise as the offense’s operator in the early portion of the game. He...