Washington Commanders at Ravens early odds and prediction for Week 6

Dan Quinn is leading a remarkable turnaround for the Washington Commanders. His ability to shift the culture quickly and get everyone to believe that anything is possible has completely galvanized a perennial struggler and turned them into the league's surprise package through five weeks.

This is music to the ears of fans who've had to endure significant hardship over the last two decades. However, the biggest litmus test of the campaign so far is coming. This will tell us plenty about where this team is and what their expectations are moving forward in 2024.

The Commanders make a daunting trip to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 6. This game was a candidate for a primetime flex before CBS protected the contest. It was seen as a mundane game with a foregone conclusion before competitive action began. That's not the case anymore.

Jayden Daniels is surging the Commanders into relevancy much sooner than anticipated. Testing his skills against reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson this early into his pro career represents a mouth-watering challenge. One that could propel him into a different stratosphere entirely if he outperforms one of the league's greatest-ever dual threats at the quarterback position.

Commanders at Ravens early odds for Week 6

According to the latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, the Commanders are 6.5-point underdogs at the Ravens in Week 6.

• Washington +6.5 points: -108 (bet $108 to win $100)
• Baltimore -6.5 points: -112 (bet $112 to win $100)

Anyone tempted to take Washington on the money line following the team's remarkable run of form can get odds of +240 currently (bet $100 to win $240). The Ravens are favored to enhance their playoff aspirations heading into the midway point at -295 (bet $295 to win $100).

FanDuel Sportsbook is anticipating a thrilling contest at M&T Bank Stadium with the over/under set at a whopping 52.5 points.

• Over 52.5 points: -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
• Under 52.5 points: -115 (bet $115 to win $100)

Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.

Commanders at Ravens prediction for Week 6

This is going to be an enthralling clash between two high-octane offenses capable of putting up points in a hurry. However, the key for Washington centers on its defense and what plan coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. implements in pursuit of limiting the influence of Jackson and ferocious running back Derrick Henry.

Restricting the backfield tandem entirely is impossible. If the Commanders can somehow find a way to keep their respective contributions to a minimum, the better their chances will be.

Baltimore's defense is talented but not playing well. Mike Macdonald's departure to become Seattle Seahawks head coach came with an adjustment period. This is something offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury can exploit if the same masterful play-calling strategies continue.

• Prediction: Commanders loss

This was harder to call than originally expected. The smart money says Baltimore's experience in big-game environments can show through in a pressurized situation. However, don't be surprised if the Commanders can keep things close and potentially cause an upset along the way.

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