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Lamar Jackson’s worst throw of the season came at the worst possible time

Lamar Jackson picked the worst possible time for his worst throw of the 2023 NFL season.

Lamar Jackson may be the prohibitive favorite to win his second NFL Most Valuable Player award, but Jackson is also lucky those are voted before the postseason. Because by no standard did Jackson avoid having his worst possible game at the worst possible time in the AFC Championship contest against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Jackson had sailed pass after pass over the heads of his receivers, and he certainly wasn’t helped by receiver Zay Flowers’ fumble at the Kansas City goal line at the start of the fourth quarter, but the worst throw Jackson made all season was entirely on him, and it likely sealed the Chiefs’ return trip to the Super Bowl.

Bush had just come in for injured safety Mike Edwards, and Jackson threw this ball into triple coverage in the end zone. He did this despite the fact that he had receiver Nelson Agholor open underneath, perhaps for a first down on second-and-10. Regardless, you can’t make that throw to tight end Isaiah Likely with that much trouble downfield.

Was there contact on the play by the Chiefs’ defenders? Absolutely, and pass interference absolutely could have been called. But you can never expect referees to be consistent at any time, as we have discussed ad nauseam all season long.

AFC Playoff Picture entering Week 14: Ravens-Dolphins battling for top spot

The AFC Playoff Picture is clearly developing and the Baltimore Ravens are currently the No. 2 seed behind Miami Dolphins entering Week 14

Baltimore and Miami will meet in Week 17, and the matchup could ultimately determine the No. 1 overall seed in the AFC.

Until then, both teams will continue navigating a challenging AFC gauntlet that’ll see the Ravens face the Rams, Jaguars, and 49ers before hosting the Dolphins and closing with the Steelers.

Miami’s schedule has fewer landmines, with matchups against the Titans, Jets, Cowboys, Ravens and Bills.

Baltimore and Jacksonville control their own destiny, and with Week 14 preparation underway, we’re updating the AFC playoff picture.

Ravens snap count vs. Chargers: Breakdown, observations from 20-10 win in Week 12

We’re looking at the snap counts and playing time percentage for the Baltimore Ravens in their 20-10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers

The Ravens are 9-3 and back atop the AFC after a hard-fought, 20-10 win over the Chargers at SoFi Stadium on Sunday night.

Baltimore’s defense was dominant, holding the Chargers to 279 yards of offense on 69 plays. Justin Herbert and company went 7-15 on third downs and 1-2 in the red zone.

With the Ravens on a much-needed bye, here’s the snap count and playing time percentages from Week 12.

Ravens enter bye week with the best record in AFC after 20-10 win over Chargers

We’re looking at instant analysis of the Baltimore Ravens 20-10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers on NBC’s Sunday Night Football

The Ravens are 9-3 and back atop the AFC after a hard-fought, 20-10 win over the Chargers at SoFi Stadium on Sunday night.

Quarterback Lamar Jackson was 18-32 passing, for 177 yards and one passing touchdown, while Jackson also had 11 carries for 39 yards. Explosive rookie running back Keaton Mitchell led the group with 64 yards on nine carries, while Zay Flowers had two touchdowns and 62 total yards on the night.

The Ravens’ defense was dominant, holding the Chargers to 279 yards of offense on 69 plays. Justin Herbert and company went 7-15 on third downs and 1-2 in the red zone.

With Baltimore set for a much-needed goodbye, here’s an instant analysis of the win.

Ravens vs. Chargers inactive: Marlon Humphrey ruled out with Calf injury

The Ravens released their inactives list for Sunday night at the Chargers and Zay Flowers and Odell Beckham are both active, while Marlon Humphrey was ruled out

The Ravens released their list of inactives for Sunday night, and Zay Flowers will be available, along with Odell Beckham Jr.

Star cornerback Marlon Humphrey will miss the game with a calf injury.

Beckham called himself a game-time decision with a shoulder injury, while Flowers missed multiple practices this week with a hip injury.

Beckham had four catches for 116 yards in Week 11, while Flowers is the team’s leading receiver this season. Left tackle Ronnie Stanley (knee) is also expected to play after having a questionable designation.

Statistical Breakdown: How the Ravens and Chargers stack up for Week 12

We’re looking at how the Baltimore Ravens and Los Angeles Chargers stack up statistically ahead of their Week 12 showdown

The Ravens (8-3) have won five of their past six games and are in Los Angeles for an intriguing Sunday night battle with the Chargers (4-6) on NBC’s Sunday Night Football (8:20 p.m. ET kickoff).

Baltimore and Miami currently own the AFC’s top record, and a win would put John Harbaugh’s group back in the No. 1 spot in the AFC.

With kickoff fast approaching, we’re looking at how the two teams stack up statistically.

Ravens vs. Chargers: One thing to watch from each position on defense in Week 12

We’re looking at one thing to watch from each defensive position group when the Balitmore Ravens face the Los Angeles Chargers

The Ravens headed out West on Friday, and the team is confident heading into a nationally televised Sunday night matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Baltimore currently owns the AFC’s top record and No. 1 playoff seed, while the Chargers are trying to avoid falling entirely out of playoff contention after a 23-20 loss to the Packers in Week 11.

With kickoff fast approaching, we’re looking at one thing to watch from each defensive position group for the Ravens when Justin Herbert and the Chargers are on offense.

 

AFC playoff picture: Ravens move into the No. 1 spot after Chiefs lose to Eagles

We’re looking at an updated look at the AFC playoff picture and the Baltimore Ravens are currently the No. 1 seed ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs

There’s a new No. 1 team in the AFC, as Baltimore has ascended in the AFC playoff picture after the Chiefs’ 21-17 loss to the Eagles on Monday night.

The Ravens are 8-3 and looking like the best team in the AFC after a 38-20 win over the Bengals on Thursday night.

John Harbaugh’s team took a big step forward with their dominating win over the Bengals.

In the AFC, Cleveland outlasted Pittsburgh with Dorian Thompson-Robinson at quarterback, while Miami, Jacksonville, and Buffalo all came away with huge wins.

Here’s an updated look at the AFC playoff picture after Kansas City’s loss.

Studs and Duds from Ravens 38-20 win over the Bengals in Week 11

We’re looking at the Studs and Duds from Ravens 38-20 win over the Bengals in Week 11

The Ravens are 8-3 and looking dominant again after Lamar Jackson threw two touchdown passes in the second quarter. Baltimore beat Cincinnati 34-20 Thursday night after the Bengals lost Joe Burrow to a wrist injury.

The win completed a head-to-head sweep of Cincinnati (5-5) and moved to 2 1/2 games ahead of the last-place Bengals.

Burrow wasn’t the only season-ending injury, as Ravens tight end Mark Andrews is expected to miss the rest of the season after hurting an ankle.

With Baltimore looking to get healthy over the mini-bye, we’re looking at the studs and duds from Thursday’s win.

Ravens PFF grades: Best and worst performers from 38-20 win over Bengals

We’re looking at the highest and lowest graded players from the Baltimore Ravens 38-20 win over the Cincinnati Bengals

Lamar Jackson threw two touchdown passes in the second quarter, and Baltimore beat Cincinnati 34-20 Thursday night after the Bengals lost Joe Burrow to a wrist injury.

The Ravens are 8-3, and a Chiefs loss to the Eagles on Monday night away from being the top seed in the AFC entering Week 12.

The win completed a head-to-head sweep of Cincinnati (5-5) and moved John Harbaugh’s team 2 1/2 games ahead of the last-place Bengals.

With the Week 11 games set to continue on Sunday, here are the highest and lowest-graded players from Thursday via PFF.