With the Ravens taking down Indianapolis in a 24-16 win in the preseason opener on Thursday night, I’ve offered a dozen thoughts, each in 50 words or less:

1. After the punt return game was a non-factor last season, LaJohntay Wester’s electric 87-yard touchdown represented more return yardage than any Baltimore punt returner’s total for 2024. The rookie added another 17-yard return and two catches for 41 yards. The job is his if he catches and secures the football.

2. Keaton Mitchell looked like his old self this offseason, but you wanted to see that in a game. While his 22-yard touchdown was extremely well blocked, he bounced outside and accelerated on his 23-yard run two plays earlier. He broke multiple tackles on nine carries for 68 yards. Great signs.

3. Your heart breaks when anyon

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