The Baltimore Ravens are on a roll right now, but so is the rest of the AFC North
1 year, 2 months ago

The Baltimore Ravens are on a roll right now, but so is the rest of the AFC North

Associated Press  

— In his own tongue-in-cheek way, Baltimore coach John Harbaugh gave the rest of the AFC North his respect as the Ravens head into a couple of key divisional matchups these next two weeks. Baltimore lost star J.K. Dobbins to an Achilles tendon injury in the first game of the season, but the Ravens have continued to run the ball effectively thanks to running backs Gus Edwards and Justice Hill, plus star quarterback Lamar Jackson. Sometimes, I wasn’t carrying out my fake, because I wanted to see what he was going to do with the ball.” WHAT NEEDS WORK The Ravens lost two more fumbles Sunday — by Jackson and Odell Beckham Jr. — and are up to nine on the season. Mom’s advice is always the best advice.” NEXT STEPS The Ravens face Cleveland for the second time this season Sunday.

Game Season Nfl Seattle Ravens Jackson Baltimore Harbaugh Mitchell  roll  seattle  afc  rest  baltimore  nfl  game  harbaugh  right  really  way  won  ravens  north  season

History of this topic

For the first time in a decade, AFC North rivals Pittsburgh and Baltimore clash in the postseason
1 day, 8 hours ago

For the first time in a decade, AFC North rivals Pittsburgh and Baltimore clash in the postseason

Associated Press  

— John Harbaugh was in his first year as Baltimore’s coach, Mike Tomlin in his second for Pittsburgh. As a collective, it’s just simply a tax to pay for not winning the division and we pay that.” The Ravens won their final four games of the regular season while the Steelers dropped their last four. Baltimore’s 34-17 victory last month …

Baltimore’s ability to establish Derrick Henry and the running game could be key against Pittsburgh
Trending News
1 day, 11 hours ago

Baltimore’s ability to establish Derrick Henry and the running game could be key against Pittsburgh

Associated Press  

Pittsburgh at Baltimore Saturday, 8 p.m. EST, Prime Video. They dropped their final five games before beating Kansas City in the wild-card round.. Pittsburgh’s eight-year playoff victory drought is the franchise’s longest since Franco Harris made the “Immaculate Reception” in the divisional round in 1972 to earn the club’s first postseason win.. Pittsburgh is 10-2 all time when it plays …

Flowers’ injury a concern for the Ravens after their AFC North-clinching victory over Cleveland
5 days, 13 hours ago

Flowers’ injury a concern for the Ravens after their AFC North-clinching victory over Cleveland

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Baltimore’s division-clinching victory over Cleveland was about as routine as expected. It’s just one game worse than the record that gave the Ravens the league’s best mark in 2023, but this time there will be no first-round bye. “That 1-0 T-shirt that we all wear around is real, and so, four wins later, we’re the AFC North champions.” …

Ravens wrap up the AFC North with a 35-10 rout of Cleveland; Jackson surpasses 4,000 yards passing
6 days, 7 hours ago

Ravens wrap up the AFC North with a 35-10 rout of Cleveland; Jackson surpasses 4,000 yards passing

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — The road to a division title was bumpy for the Baltimore Ravens, who started 0-2, faced a schedule packed with playoff teams and had to rally from a two-game deficit with four to play. I’m cool, don’t get me wrong, but my mind’s on something else.” Jackson threw two touchdown passes, and the Ravens won the AFC North …

Ravens now in the AFC North driver’s seat after 3 convincing wins in 11-day stretch
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Ravens now in the AFC North driver’s seat after 3 convincing wins in 11-day stretch

Associated Press  

Now Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens can rest a bit. A win next week would give the Ravens the AFC North title — and a third MVP award for Jackson seems to be very much in play. A win next week would be Baltimore’s 12th of the season — only one behind the number that gave the Ravens the …

Ravens finally got the breaks in their series with Pittsburgh, and they won convincingly
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Ravens finally got the breaks in their series with Pittsburgh, and they won convincingly

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Fortune finally smiled on the Baltimore Ravens in their heated rivalry with Pittsburgh. “It felt good to be able to return that favor.” The Ravens beat Pittsburgh 34-17 on Saturday, clinching a playoff berth and pulling into a first-place tie with the Steelers in the AFC North. — On Oct. 21 at Tampa Bay, he intercepted two passes …

Lamar Jackson and the Ravens draw even atop the AFC North, beating the 1st-place Steelers 34-17
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Lamar Jackson and the Ravens draw even atop the AFC North, beating the 1st-place Steelers 34-17

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Lamar Jackson was solid in Baltimore’s biggest game of the season so far. Jackson threw three touchdown passes and Marlon Humphrey scored on a fourth-quarter interception return to help the Ravens pull even with Pittsburgh atop the AFC North with a 34-17 victory over the Steelers on Saturday. I felt like the performance we put on wasn’t perfect, …

Steelers head to Baltimore with a shot at season sweep of the Ravens and the AFC North title
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Steelers head to Baltimore with a shot at season sweep of the Ravens and the AFC North title

Associated Press  

Pittsburgh at Baltimore Saturday, 4:30 p.m., EST, FOX. The 25-year-old Queen was excellent in the teams’ first meeting last month, finishing with 10 tackles and forcing a fumble as part of a defense that held the Ravens to a season-low 329 yards. Series notes The Steelers have dominated one of the NFL’s most heated rivalries of late, winning eight of …

Rested Ravens are a big favorite over struggling Giants, who are mired in an 8-game losing streak
Trending News
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Rested Ravens are a big favorite over struggling Giants, who are mired in an 8-game losing streak

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Baltimore Ravens are doing their best to avoid all the speculation that their game against the struggling New York Giants is going to be a blowout. “The challenge is playing the team that we’re playing, and this team has really good players, and this team has a lot of motivation to play well,” Ravens coach …

Fresh off their open date, the Baltimore Ravens prepare for their schedule to become busy
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Fresh off their open date, the Baltimore Ravens prepare for their schedule to become busy

Associated Press  

— In some sports, playing three games in 11 days would be considered a lull in the schedule. Those guys play back to back, so I guess there’s a little merit behind us quote-unquote complaining about it, but they are playing 82 games,” Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton said. After the trip to New Jersey, Baltimore returns home to face …

Ravens have a chance to reset before a December stretch run they handled so impressively in 2023
1 month ago

Ravens have a chance to reset before a December stretch run they handled so impressively in 2023

Associated Press  

— December was when the Baltimore Ravens really hit their stride a season ago. That’s the first thing — worry about what we need to clean up on this side,” Jackson said after last weekend’s 24-19 loss to the Eagles. “The message kind of became a little bit clear: ‘If you want to play ball, then we’ll get you out …

Justin Tucker’s erratic season isn’t getting any better, and it’s hurting Baltimore’s outlook
1 month, 1 week ago

Justin Tucker’s erratic season isn’t getting any better, and it’s hurting Baltimore’s outlook

Associated Press  

— The biggest question facing the Baltimore Ravens right now has little to do with Lamar Jackson or even a defense that started the season poorly. Sunday’s loss to Philadelphia might have been the nadir — he missed two field goals and an extra point in a game the Ravens ultimately lost 24-19. “And he’s the guy to get it …

Lamar Jackson takes on Philadelphia’s top-ranked defense when the Ravens host the Eagles
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lamar Jackson takes on Philadelphia’s top-ranked defense when the Ravens host the Eagles

Associated Press  

Philadelphia at Baltimore Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Ravens by 3. The past two meetings came down to 2-point conversion attempts by Philadelphia near the end of the game, and both times the Eagles failed.. John Harbaugh spent a decade on the Eagles’ staff before becoming Baltimore’s head coach in 2008. Stats and stuff The Eagles have …

Ravens’ running game was crucial in a big win over the Chargers, especially on 4th down
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ravens’ running game was crucial in a big win over the Chargers, especially on 4th down

Associated Press  

Older siblings everywhere could appreciate John Harbaugh’s refusal to concede an inch against his younger brother Jim. “We grew up in the same room and have always lived our life side by side, but that’s not what the game is about,” John Harbaugh said. “I’m proud of the way they came out and responded after the first 10 points — …

Baltimore Ravens hold off Los Angeles Chargers 30-23
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Baltimore Ravens hold off Los Angeles Chargers 30-23

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Ravens vs. Chargers: John Harbaugh beats brother Jim as Baltimore overcomes Los Angeles on Monday Night Football
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ravens vs. Chargers: John Harbaugh beats brother Jim as Baltimore overcomes Los Angeles on Monday Night Football

CNN  

CNN — Ravens head coach John Harbaugh beat his brother and Chargers head coach Jim as Baltimore outlasted Los Angeles 30-23 on Monday Night Football. I love you,’ and he said: ‘I love you and congratulations.’ It was good.” John elaborated on being part of the only brother head coach duo to face off in NFL history – or, as …

Chargers vs. Baltimore Ravens: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chargers vs. Baltimore Ravens: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

The brothers on the sideline have dominated the conversation, but Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh — who will coach against older brother John Harbaugh on Monday — knows the prime-time game between the Chargers and the Baltimore Ravens will be decided by the players on the field. “It’s about the two teams,” said Jim Harbaugh, who will coach against his brother …

Ravens’ Jackson, Chargers’ Herbert will take center stage once Harbaugh Bowl kicks off Monday night
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ravens’ Jackson, Chargers’ Herbert will take center stage once Harbaugh Bowl kicks off Monday night

Associated Press  

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Most of the attention surrounding Monday night’s showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and Los Angeles Chargers has been centered on the first coaching matchup since 2012 between John and Jim Harbaugh. I thought that was dope, but I don’t think about it right now.” Jackson directs a Ravens offense that’s averaging a league-leading 430.1 yards per …

Ravens can only kick themselves after another mistake-filled loss to the rival Steelers
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ravens can only kick themselves after another mistake-filled loss to the rival Steelers

Associated Press  

— Here’s a statement that would have seemed like a shocker for at least the last decade: The Baltimore Ravens lost because of inferior placekicking. The best option right now is to get Justin back on point, because he’s fully capable of doing it.” Tucker missed wide left from 47 and 50 yards, and although he rebounded to make a …

NFL Week 11 Sunday review: Steelers edge Ravens in classic, Lions continue best start in 90 years, Chargers hold on late
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NFL Week 11 Sunday review: Steelers edge Ravens in classic, Lions continue best start in 90 years, Chargers hold on late

CNN  

CNN — Week 11 saw late drama, blowout wins and surprising upsets as the 2024 NFL season’s playoff picture became a little bit clearer. And they did so admirably, holding Baltimore’s offense to two touchdowns – one coming late in the fourth quarter – and a season-low 329 total yards, as well as forcing three turnovers. Jackson looked out of …

Despite the heroics of Burrow and Chase, 4-6 Bengals let another one slip away with Chargers next
2 months ago

Despite the heroics of Burrow and Chase, 4-6 Bengals let another one slip away with Chargers next

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Even with Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase at their dazzling best, the Cincinnati Bengals couldn’t quite do enough to get a win at Baltimore. Burrow keeps saying the Bengals can be a playoff team, but that’s looking less and less likely as they keep letting the close games slip away. Burrow and Chase, the duo that led Cincinnati …

Jackson leads rally, and Ravens stop 2-point attempt to hold off Bengals 35-34
2 months ago

Jackson leads rally, and Ravens stop 2-point attempt to hold off Bengals 35-34

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Facing his largest deficit in three years, Lamar Jackson led Baltimore back with another dazzling display. Jackson threw three fourth-quarter touchdown passes, and the Ravens stopped Cincinnati on a 2-point conversion with 38 seconds remaining to hold off the Bengals 35-34 on Thursday night. Cincinnati actually had the ball while up 14 in the third, but a fumble …

Ravens, Bengals meet again in a rematch of their overtime thriller from last month
2 months ago

Ravens, Bengals meet again in a rematch of their overtime thriller from last month

Associated Press  

Cincinnati at Baltimore Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime. Key injuries Bengals: WR Tee Higgins has missed two games with a quad injury after missing two earlier in the season with a hamstring issue.. OT Orlando Brown has missed two games with a right knee injury.. TE Erick All Jr. injured his knee Sunday and went on IR. … Bengals …

Ravens' Dynamic Duo Soars, But Defense Needs Improvement
2 months ago

Ravens' Dynamic Duo Soars, But Defense Needs Improvement

Associated Press  

The Lamar Jackson-Derrick Henry tandem has taken Baltimore's offense to new heights, leading the Ravens to a 41-10 win over Denver. Jackson leads the league with a rating of 120.7, while Henry leads in yards rushing, having already surpassed 1,000 in his first season in Baltimore. The Ravens have averaged at least 6 yards per play in all nine games …

Baltimore's Offense vs. Denver's Defense: A Battle for the AFC North
2 months, 1 week ago

Baltimore's Offense vs. Denver's Defense: A Battle for the AFC North

Associated Press  

The Baltimore Ravens and Denver Broncos have both had strong starts to the season, but they have faced challenges in their recent games. The Ravens have been led by Lamar Jackson's dynamic offense, while the Broncos have been pressuring quarterbacks and making it tough for opponents to score. The matchup between these two teams will be a key test for …

Ravens Dominate Broncos in Thrilling Matchup, Clinching Series Lead
2 months, 1 week ago

Ravens Dominate Broncos in Thrilling Matchup, Clinching Series Lead

Associated Press  

The Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens are locked in a thrilling matchup this weekend. Denver holds a 5-3 advantage after three consecutive wins, while Baltimore has shown flashes of brilliance but has yet to find its rhythm offensively. The Broncos' Lamar Jackson remains a dominant force, while the Ravens' defense has consistently shut down opposing offenses. The key matchup revolves …

Ravens defense shows once again it can’t be trusted to get stops in loss to Browns
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ravens defense shows once again it can’t be trusted to get stops in loss to Browns

New York Times  

CLEVELAND — After his final desperation pass bounced harmlessly in the corner of the end zone with no time on the clock, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson angrily ripped off his helmet and spiked it to the ground. Jackson and the offense made their share of mistakes in Sunday’s momentum-crushing 29-24 loss to the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field, …

Defending the 2024 Ravens is the ultimate catch-22
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Defending the 2024 Ravens is the ultimate catch-22

New York Times  

In Lamar Jackson’s seven years in the NFL, he’s been an enigma for opposing defenses and, sometimes, for his own team. The Ravens have finally struck the right balance between Roman’s offense and Monken’s more pass-centric attack, and they’re more explosive than they’ve ever been since Jackson became starter. Henry’s 0.15 expected points added per carry this season is leagues …

Ravens' Defense Needs Work to Win First Super Bowl
Trending News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ravens' Defense Needs Work to Win First Super Bowl

Associated Press  

The Ravens are looking to win their first Super Bowl with Lamar Jackson at quarterback. Despite their strong offense, the defense has some challenges, particularly in the secondary. The Ravens' wide receivers and tight ends have done a solid job running routes and getting open for Jackson, while the team's special teams have failed to corral an onside kick for …

Ravens offense shines in win as Bucs lose Mike Evans, Chris Godwin to injury: Key takeaways
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens offense shines in win as Bucs lose Mike Evans, Chris Godwin to injury: Key takeaways

New York Times  

The Baltimore Ravens continued their dominant start to the 2024 season, stifling a hot Tampa Bay Buccaneers team with a 41-31 victory on the road. pic.twitter.com/6Ip0ikHdGZ — SportsCenter October 22, 2024 The Buccaneers started the game off strong, with Baker Mayfield orchestrating a drive that ended in Mike Evans’ 100th career receiving touchdown. On the Bucs’ third drive of the …

Fantasy Plays: Players to Start and Sit for NFL Week 6
3 months ago

Fantasy Plays: Players to Start and Sit for NFL Week 6

Associated Press  

Several players are poised to shine this week in fantasy football, including quarterbacks Caleb Williams, Kirk Cousins, and Joe Burrow. Running back Tank Bigsby and Travis Etienne are also strong options to consider. Wide receiver Zay Flowers is a top matchup against Washington's secondary, while tight end Tucker Kraft is a reliable target for Jordan Love. Other notable players to …

Bengals’ overtime defeat vs. Ravens their latest instance of losing at winning time
3 months ago

Bengals’ overtime defeat vs. Ravens their latest instance of losing at winning time

New York Times  

CINCINNATI — When the season began, the Cincinnati Bengals and Joe Burrow were expected to return to a spot they occupied every healthy year of the franchise quarterback’s career. It’s definitely not disbelief, I know exactly what’s happening.” What’s happening is they are making losing plays at winning time. We can’t keep coming up one play short.” That doesn’t merely …

Bengals take on a familiar challenge against Lamar Jackson and the Ravens
3 months, 1 week ago

Bengals take on a familiar challenge against Lamar Jackson and the Ravens

Associated Press  

The Cincinnati Bengals picked up their first win of the season last week, beating a Carolina Panthers team that ranks near the bottom of the league in most categories. We’re going to continue to chase perfection.” Burrow was 22 for 31 for 232 yards with two touchdowns and an interception in Cincinnati’s 34-24 win at Carolina last Sunday. Last Sunday, …

Ravens’ run-heavy approach has required many skill position players to buy in
3 months, 1 week ago

Ravens’ run-heavy approach has required many skill position players to buy in

New York Times  

Tight end Mark Andrews was all over the Baltimore Ravens’ highlight package from their 35-10 victory over the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night, just not in the way you’d expect. GO DEEPER Ravens set early tone in beatdown of Bills, show what they're capable of going forward The offensive game plans the past two weeks have been a success, and …

What we learned in NFL Week 4: Ravens get mojo back, Vikings prove staying power
3 months, 1 week ago

What we learned in NFL Week 4: Ravens get mojo back, Vikings prove staying power

New York Times  

Two weeks ago, the Baltimore Ravens walked off their home field 0-2 while boos rained down. Cincinnati is still 7-14-1 under coach Zac Taylor in the month of September, but 0-4 would’ve been pretty close to a death knell: only one team in NFL history, the 1992 San Diego Chargers, made the playoffs after losing their first four games of …

The Ravens’ struggles in the fourth quarter nearly cost them another game
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Ravens’ struggles in the fourth quarter nearly cost them another game

Associated Press  

— Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has been telling his teammates they need to do a better job of putting opponents away and finishing games. The Ravens got their first win of the season in Week 3 at Dallas, escaping 28-25 after leading by 22 points in the fourth quarter. The Ravens led by 10 points early in the fourth quarter …

Ravens take rare 0-2 start into Dallas with Cowboys coming off blowout loss at home
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens take rare 0-2 start into Dallas with Cowboys coming off blowout loss at home

Associated Press  

Baltimore at Dallas Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EDT, Fox. Key injuries CB Nate Wiggins, the Ravens’ rookie first-round draft pick, didn’t practice to start the week after missing the loss to the Raiders because of a neck injury sustained in a car wreck.. LB Adisa Isaac, a rookie third-round choice, could be in line for his NFL debut. Isaac missed the …

John Harbaugh’s Ravens aren’t panicking after an 0-2 start
3 months, 3 weeks ago

John Harbaugh’s Ravens aren’t panicking after an 0-2 start

Associated Press  

— Ravens coach John Harbaugh is not about to panic. “I’ve heard it said that the NFL season is a race to improve, to become the best team that you can over the course of the long haul,” Harbaugh said Monday. Sometimes your improvement shows up, and sometimes it doesn’t.” Baltimore opened the season with a 27-20 loss to the …

Ravens will look to get offense rolling against Raiders
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Ravens will look to get offense rolling against Raiders

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Ravens are looking to get more of their offensive playmakers involved in their home opener against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. Baltimore coach John Harbaugh said the team doesn’t want to be one-dimensional, even though the Ravens added four-time Pro Bowl running back Derrick Henry in the offseason. Despite Harbaugh’s comments this week, Henry should …

Chiefs hold off Ravens 27-20 when review overturns a TD on final play of NFL's season opener
4 months ago

Chiefs hold off Ravens 27-20 when review overturns a TD on final play of NFL's season opener

Hindustan Times  

— Patrick Mahomes threw for 291 yards and a touchdown, and the Kansas City defense kept Lamar Jackson and the Ravens out of the end zone on three heart-stopping plays in the final seconds, allowing the Chiefs to begin the pursuit of a record third straight Super Bowl title with a 27-20 victory over Baltimore on Thursday night. Chiefs hold …

Chiefs hold off Ravens 27-20 when review overturns TD on final play of NFL’s season opener
4 months ago

Chiefs hold off Ravens 27-20 when review overturns TD on final play of NFL’s season opener

Associated Press  

— Patrick Mahomes thought for a moment that the Chiefs were headed to overtime. With a capacity crowd that included pop superstar Taylor Swift waiting in anticipation, Hochuli needed just seconds looking at that final play before making his announcement: Likely landed with his toe on the endline, putting the Baltimore tight end out of bounds, and giving the Chiefs …

AFC North Whiparound: Predicting the division and what details will dictate the champ
4 months ago

AFC North Whiparound: Predicting the division and what details will dictate the champ

New York Times  

Once a week during the season and occasionally during the offseason, our AFC North beat writers gather for a roundtable discussion on the happenings, player movement and pressing issues facing all four teams. Ja’Marr Chase might be negotiating with management on a new contract and Tyler Boyd is now in Tennessee, but the Bengals still boast the best receiving group …

QB health was key in the AFC North last season. The Bengals and Browns hope for better luck in 2024
4 months, 1 week ago

QB health was key in the AFC North last season. The Bengals and Browns hope for better luck in 2024

Associated Press  

Football’s top division wasn’t even at full strength in 2023. I’m still on my way.” Patrick Mahomes is the quarterback Jackson couldn’t quite get past last season, and now he’ll have to hold off Burrow, who took Cincinnati to a Super Bowl and two AFC title games before wrist problems derailed him last year. Ravens try to reload Baltimore added …

Backup QB Josh Johnson goes 11 for 11 as the Ravens hold off the Falcons 13-12
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Backup QB Josh Johnson goes 11 for 11 as the Ravens hold off the Falcons 13-12

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Tavius Robinson took advantage of an opportunity to make a game-changing play. Robinson stopped Jase McClellan well short of the goal line on a 2-point conversion in the final minute to preserve Baltimore’s 13-12 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Robinson, a linebacker who made one start for the Ravens last season as a rookie, was in Saturday’s game …

Ravens fall short of Super Bowl after wilting on big stage in loss to Chiefs: ‘It sucks’
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Ravens fall short of Super Bowl after wilting on big stage in loss to Chiefs: ‘It sucks’

New York Times  

BALTIMORE — As Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson fielded questions, Roquan Smith sat about 5 yards to his left, the perennially upbeat middle linebacker slouched in his chair. It hurts.” This loss wasn’t about the brilliant Patrick Mahomes overmatching the Ravens defense or the battle-tested and clutch Chiefs finding a way to win a close game late. However, after allowing …

Chiefs-Ravens matchup features star quarterbacks, stingy defenses and potential Hall of Fame coaches
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Chiefs-Ravens matchup features star quarterbacks, stingy defenses and potential Hall of Fame coaches

Associated Press  

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs took a different route to face the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC championship game. Baltimore’s front seven led by All-Pro linebacker Roquan Smith, LB Patrick Queen and defensive tackle Justin Madubuike held Houston to 38 yards rushing last week and kept nine teams under 100 this season. Chiefs coach Andy Reid is one …

NFL playoffs: Key matchups to watch in the Ravens-Chiefs AFC Championship Game
11 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL playoffs: Key matchups to watch in the Ravens-Chiefs AFC Championship Game

New York Times  

Update: The Chiefs beat the Ravens 17-10 to earn a trip to the Super Bowl. Though Lamar Jackson has made some legitimate improvements as a passer this season under Monken, who has used a lot more 11 personnel, I’d expect the Ravens offense to look more like it did under former coordinator Greg Roman and try to run the ball …

What separates the Bills from the Chiefs (it’s not just Patrick Mahomes): Sando’s Pick Six
11 months, 2 weeks ago

What separates the Bills from the Chiefs (it’s not just Patrick Mahomes): Sando’s Pick Six

New York Times  

The final four teams in the NFL playoffs are set, and the Buffalo Bills are not among them — another “wide right” inflicting heartache upon a franchise that has gotten so much right but keeps adding emotional scar tissue in the biggest moments. Baltimore’s plus-157 point margin in these six games equates to 26.2 per game, by far the largest …

Ryans says loss to Ravens was ‘not a moral victory.’ But Stroud and Texans proud of their season
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Ryans says loss to Ravens was ‘not a moral victory.’ But Stroud and Texans proud of their season

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — The Houston Texans ended their season the same way they started it: with a loss in Baltimore. “Proud of our guys for their effort throughout this entire season, for getting to this moment,” rookie coach DeMeco Ryans said. The second overall pick in last year’s draft continued his success in his first postseason game, passing for 274 yards …

Lamar Jackson and Ravens pull away in the second half to beat Texans 34-10 and reach AFC title game
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Lamar Jackson and Ravens pull away in the second half to beat Texans 34-10 and reach AFC title game

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Lamar Jackson had already done plenty of running by the time he reached the end zone in the fourth quarter. Jackson threw two touchdown passes and ran for two scores, and the Baltimore Ravens pulled away in the second half for a 34-10 win over the Houston Texans on Saturday to advance to the AFC championship game. I …

Discover Related