The Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers gave fans another classic battle in their long-standing rivalry this weekend. Played at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, the game was full of intense moments, hard hits, and exciting plays. While both teams fought hard, the Ravens came out on top with a 24-17 win over the Steelers.
Here’s a full breakdown of the game, including all the major player stats and key moments that shaped the final outcome.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson had a solid performance in front of the home crowd. He threw for 238 yards, 2 touchdowns, and no interceptions, showing good control and decision-making throughout the game. Jackson also ran for 68 yards on 9 carries, escaping pressure multiple times to extend plays or pick up first downs.
One of Jackson’s best throws came in the third quarter, when he found rookie wide receiver Zay Flowers on a 34-yard deep route for a touchdown that gave the Ravens a 21-10 lead. Jackson was named Offensive Player of the Game.
Rookie Zay Flowers is quickly becoming a favorite target for Jackson. He caught 6 passes for 91 yards and 1 touchdown, including several key catches on third down.
Tight end Mark Andrews also made a big impact, finishing with 5 receptions for 67 yards. His size and strength were hard for the Steelers defense to contain, especially in the red zone. While Andrews didn’t score, he kept several drives alive with clutch catches.
Running back Gus Edwards helped the Ravens keep balance in their offense. He rushed for 82 yards and 1 touchdown on 17 carries. His 12-yard touchdown run in the second quarter gave Baltimore a lead they never gave up.
Justice Hill also contributed with 33 rushing yards and added 2 catches for 14 yards out of the backfield.
It was a rough start for Kenny Pickett, the second-year quarterback for the Steelers. He completed just 4 of his first 10 passes and was sacked twice in the first half. Pickett finished the game with 212 passing yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception.
His best moment came in the fourth quarter, when he led a 75-yard touchdown drive that ended with a touchdown pass to George Pickens, cutting the Ravens’ lead to 24-17 with under 4 minutes left. However, the Ravens defense closed it out after that.
The Steelers ran the ball effectively in stretches, but couldn’t break many big plays. Najee Harris led the team with 58 rushing yards on 14 carries, while Jaylen Warren added 41 yards on 9 carries. Neither back scored, and both were held in check late in the game.
George Pickens was the top playmaker for the Steelers offense. He had 7 receptions for 103 yards and 1 touchdown, including a 28-yard grab in the fourth quarter. His chemistry with Pickett continues to grow, but the Ravens’ coverage kept him quiet for most of the first half.
Wideout Diontae Johnson caught 4 passes for 46 yards but had a costly drop on third down early in the third quarter.
The Ravens defense once again showed why they are one of the best units in the NFL. Linebacker Roquan Smith had 10 total tackles, 1 sack, and 1 tackle for loss, flying all over the field. He was the heart of the defense, making plays in both the run and pass game.
Safety Kyle Hamilton had the game’s only interception, picking off a deep ball from Pickett late in the first half. That turnover led to a Ravens field goal before halftime.
Defensive end Jadeveon Clowney added 1.5 sacks and 3 quarterback hits. The Ravens sacked Pickett four times total, causing problems with protection all day.
Pittsburgh’s defense was missing star safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, and it showed. While linebacker T.J. Watt still made his presence felt with 1 sack and 2 tackles for loss, the team struggled to contain Jackson’s running and the Ravens’ short passing game.
Linebacker Alex Highsmith had a good outing with 7 tackles and 1 sack, but the secondary allowed too many open looks, especially in the middle of the field.
Ravens kicker Justin Tucker was automatic, going 3-for-3 on extra points and making a 46-yard field goal late in the first half.
Steelers kicker Chris Boswell also hit a 45-yarder but missed a 52-yard attempt that could have helped close the gap earlier in the game.
With this win, the Ravens improve to 11-5 and are now leading the AFC North. They have one regular season game left before the playoffs begin.
The Steelers fall to 9-7 and now must win next week to keep their playoff hopes alive. They’ll be watching the scoreboard closely to see how other teams in the AFC Wild Card hunt perform.
This game was another chapter in one of the NFL’s best rivalries. While it wasn’t always pretty, it had drama, emotion, and star performances. If these two meet again in the playoffs, fans will be in for another showdown.
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