Tensions High Ahead of Ravens-Chiefs Season Opener

Ahead of the season opener between the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs, tensions are high following last season's AFC Championship Game incident involving Ravens kicker Justin Tucker, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and tight end Travis Kelce. Tucker's pregame warm-up close to Mahomes led to a confrontation where Mahomes and Kelce moved Tucker's equipment. While Mahomes described Tucker's actions as gamesmanship meant to irritate the Chiefs, Tucker has chosen not to revisit the incident, focusing instead on preparing for the upcoming game. The Ravens are looking for a strong start to the season, especially given Lamar Jackson's struggles against Mahomes, with a 1-4 record against him. Stephen A. Smith has highlighted this game as a potential AFC Championship preview and a critical matchup for Jackson to overcome his nemesis.