BALTIMORE — The first game of the season against the Baltimore Ravens, against whom it came to a devastating end earlier this year, is underway: the Kansas City Chiefs.

“People were absolutely blown away by that,” said Michael Holt, a local Ravens fan.

On Thursday, fans watching from afar expressed their optimistic outlook for the year ahead.

“We have the fever and the motivation,” Holt said.

From Worthington’s, a new bar near Canton, you could easily spot a sea of ​​black and purple.

“I expect it to be a real dog fight, it’s going to be a tough game,” said Ed Mejia, another member of the Ravens Flock.

As the clock counts down to the final quarter, fans will be hoping this match sets the tone for the rest of the season.

“Stay focused, just stay focused, and let’s win this game,” Mejia said. “It’s a big W. We need this.”

It’s quiet on the bench now, but on September 15, the Ravens play their first home game of the regular season against the Las Vegas Raiders.