Author: Peter DiPaola
The Baltimore Ravens went into their bye week in week 10 with a 4-5 record, including three straight losses, since then, they have gone 5-1, with their only loss being to the Kansas City Chiefs, which went to over time.
Their ability to rush the ball has been a big help, from weeks 11-15 they had at least 190 yards in each game, and went over 200 yards 4 times in that span, they ran for 159 in week 16. Lamar Jackson has been their starting quarterback since the bye week, tossing 5 touchdowns against 3 interceptions, along with 3 rushing touchdown in his starting tenure.
The Ravens have the leagues best defense in terms of points allowed per game (17.5), during their post bye week success they have allowed 17 points per game while averaging 25 points per game. A tough defense and running game can be dangerous any time of the season. With the playoffs being under just two weeks away, and a chance for this team to win the AFC North, the Ravens are playing solid football at the right time.
They can control the clock and play south defense, week 17 will determine if they make the playoffs, they face the Cleveland Browns, if they win they are in, if they lose, they can still clinch the AFC North if the Steelers lose to the Bengals. Both games will take place at 4:25 on Sunday, and both the Ravens and Steelers will be playing at home against AFC North opponents.
Based on how the Ravens have played as of late, it is reasonable that they can take their division crown late Sunday and ride their defense and run game into the playoffs, and perhaps make a run for the Super Bowl. Watch out NFL, the Ravens are playing sound football at the seasons end!
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Statistics are from www.pro-football-reference.com
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