Chargers vs. Ravens Preview: Jacoby Brissett Leads Ravens Amid QB Injuries

The Los Angeles Chargers visit the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on Tuesday, November 17, with kickoff set for 02:15 CET, according to program announcements from RTL and Sky.

Both teams enter the contest in difficult form. The Chargers sit winless at 0-8, marking the franchise’s worst start to a season since 2000, while the Ravens hold a 4-5 record.

Television coverage in Germany is split between RTL, which broadcasts the game on free television for the third night following a Steelers-Bengals matchup, and a parallel stream on Sky.

Jesse Minter On Jacoby Brissett Addition, Facing Chargers — Baltimore Ravens

The matchup brings together two franchises dealing with roster and coaching changes, including a reunion between head coaches Jim Harbaugh and Jesse Minter.

Baltimore must play the game without its top two quarterbacks. Lamar Jackson is sidelined for several weeks following a thumb operation, while backup Tyler Huntley suffered a toe injury during the same game that landed him on the injured reserve list.

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The Ravens responded by acquiring Jacoby Brissett on a short-term deal from the Arizona Cardinals. Brissett is expected to take over starting duties immediately against Los Angeles.

The quarterback shuffling leaves Baltimore attempting to salvage a 4-5 campaign that began with high expectations as an AFC North favorite. The team’s injury list adds immediate pressure to the new arrival.

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The game carries a distinct coaching narrative rooted in last season’s staff in Southern California. Ravens head coach Jesse Minter served as the defensive coordinator under Jim Harbaugh in Los Angeles until January 2026.

Minter transitioned to Baltimore after the Ravens parted ways with longtime head coach John Harbaugh, Jim’s brother. That front-office shift set up the first head-to-head meeting between the former colleagues.

Both head coaches now manage unexpected struggles. While the Chargers continue to search for their first victory under Jim Harbaugh, Minter’s Ravens are striving to climb back into the playoff picture in a competitive division.

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At 0-8, the Chargers remain the lone winless team in the league. Statistical models show that a ninth defeat would effectively end any realistic postseason ambitions for the franchise.

The current losing streak compounds a difficult transition period under the current coaching staff. Team records confirm that this represents the organization’s worst opening stretch in more than two decades.

Los Angeles must find offensive consistency against a Baltimore defense led by their former coordinator to avoid extending the historic skid.

When does the game start in Germany? Kickoff is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, at 02:15 CET, which corresponds to 20:15 Eastern Time on Monday evening in the United States.

Where can viewers watch the broadcast? RTL carries the game on free television in Germany, with a simultaneous broadcast available on Sky.

Who will play quarterback for Baltimore? Jacoby Brissett starts for the Ravens following injuries to both Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley.

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Daniel Richardson is the Editor-in-Chief of Archysport, where he leads the editorial team and oversees all published content across nine sport verticals. With over 15 years in sports journalism, Daniel has reported from the FIFA World Cup, the Olympic Games, NFL Super Bowls, NBA Finals, and Grand Slam tennis tournaments. He previously served as Senior Sports Editor at Reuters and holds a Master's degree in Journalism from Columbia University. Recognized by the Sports Journalists' Association for excellence in reporting, Daniel is a member of the International Sports Press Association (AIPS). His editorial philosophy centers on accuracy, depth, and fair coverage — ensuring every story published on Archysport meets the highest standards of sports journalism.

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