Pundits have offered varying opinions on the Ravens' outlook for the 2019 season. With that in mind, here is how Baltimore stacks up in the power rankings heading into Week 1.

"That's a lot of talent to lose, but luckily for the Ravens, they have one of the best defensive coordinators in football in Don Martindale. Some teams you just expect to figure it out. The Ravens qualify -- especially when it comes to defense."

"The Ravens are all in on Jackson as their quarterback, and it'll be interesting to see how their revamped offense holds up. Can Jackson withstand another 147 carries in 2019? It's tough to say, but he should be able to make more plays with his arm and his legs."

"From all accounts, big rookie receiver Miles Boykin had a great camp. If the Ravens hit on that third-round pick, and first-round pick Marquise Brown pays off too, all of a sudden Jackson has some exciting targets."

"John Harbaugh perhaps has over-promised with his proclamations that the Ravens will revolutionize the way offense is played in the NFL … And Jackson must show improved accuracy on short to medium throws to keep defenses honest. That would be enough to keep the Ravens in contention, provided the defense maintains its excellence."

"Jackson is going to have to improve as a passer because it's going to be challenging for him to remain durable running the ball as much as he did last season. The Ravens added Ingram to the backfield and if he can carry the load, that will help a team that is driven to win old-school on the ground."

"Their season will be defined by how well Jackson improves as a passer. There is still a lot of talent on the roster."

"In his second season, Jackson must be more accurate. The Ravens took some free agent hits on defense. They should start with a win over Miami."

"The Ravens are the lowest-ranked team in these power rankings that captured a division title in 2018—largely because of a wide disparity in the high and low rankings from our panel … It's simple, really. How Baltimore replaces those departed defenders and adapts the offense in 2019 will determine which side of that disparity is proven correct—the believers or the nay-sayers."

"Their last preseason loss was in 2015, yet they haven't won a playoff game in that span. The team's timing should improve if Jackson does."

Best-Case Scenario: "Rushing efficiency is a given with this group, but Baltimore's offense could become truly terrifying if Jackson grows as a passer … Even with the rookie receivers aboard, though, Baltimore's passing game will often feature two tight ends and a steady diet of throws over the middle to take advantage of the space that play-action creates with linebackers flying toward the line of scrimmage.

Worst-Case Scenario: "Jackson's tough day against the Chargers in last year's playoffs is still fresh in people's minds … Teams will almost certainly dare the Ravens to throw this season, and if Jackson can't take advantage, it's going to be a long, frustrating year for this offense."

Patrick Mekari 'Ready to Play' If Opportunity Comes

As expected, the Ravens' first regular-season depth chart didn't provide any clarity about who will start at left guard against the Dolphins, but undrafted rookie Patrick Mekari is prepared to claim that role if called upon.