Vikings to host Ravens for two joint practice sessions
The Ravens will travel to Minnesota for two joint practices with the Vikings before the teams meet in a preseason matchup at U.S. Bank Stadium on August 22.
The Vikings ' preseason schedule just became even more intriguing, as Minnesota announced it'll host the Baltimore Ravens for two joint practice sessions ahead of their preseason matchup in Minneapolis this summer. The teams are scheduled to practice together on Wednesday, August 19, and Thursday, August 20, before concluding the week with a preseason game on Saturday, August 22, at U. S.
Bank Stadium. Kickoff is set for noon CT in what will be the second preseason contest for both franchises. Minnesota's social media team noted that additional details on practice times and ticketing will be announced at a later date, but the sessions should give fans an early look at two playoff contenders as they prepare for the 2026 season.
Sup, @Ravens ? The #Vikings will host Baltimore for joint practices (August 19-20) ahead of a preseason game Saturday, August 22. š°: https://t.
co/jlglJ90JMu pic. twitter. com/kQCiwoiPfp ā Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) May 18, 2026 Joint practices have become one of the NFL's most valuable evaluation tools during training camp, allowing teams to get competitive reps against unfamiliar schemes and personnel before the regular season begins.