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Highlights and takeaways from first half as Ravens hold a 28-13 lead over Dolphins

We’re looking at highlights and takeaways from first half as the Baltimore Ravens hold a 28-13 lead over the Miami Dolphins at M&T Bank Stadium in Week 17

The Ravens were physical, held the Dolphins to 269 yards in the first half, and converted both red zone attempts to amass a 28-13 lead over Miami in the first half of their AFC Showdown.

Baltimore had 313 yards of total offense and one significant turnover that led to pints, while Tua Tagovalioa was 14 of 26 for 183 yards, 1 TD, and 1 INT with Jaylen Waddle out of the lineup.

Miami also lost star cornerback Xavien Howard for the game with an injury.

As the second half begins, here are highlights and takeaways from the first half.

Ravens defenders Brandon Stephens, Kyle Hamilton are questionable for matchup vs. Dolphins

Kyle Hamilton listed as questionable for Ravens matchup vs. Dolphins

Baltimore is set to match up with the NFL’s leading passing attack that’ll feature the NFL’s best wide receiver in Tyreek Hill, and they could be without three defenders in the secondary.

Safety Kyle Hamilton (knee) and cornerback Brandon Stephens (ankle) are both questionable to play, along with nickel Arthur Maulet (knee).

Hamilton has been a Swiss army knife in the Ravens’ defense this season, and Stephens has been the Ravens’ most consistent cornerback and started every game.

Hamilton didn’t practice Friday after being limited on Thursday. Stephens was added to the injury report on Thursday and was still out Friday.

Flowers missed two days of practice before taking part in Friday’s session on a limited basis. Flowers leads the Ravens with 74 catches for 752 yards and four touchdowns.

Ravens stand alone with the best record in NFL after 33-19 win over 49ers

We’re looking at takaways and observations from the Baltimore Ravens 33-19 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Christmas Night in Week 16

Lamar Jackson was 23-35 passing, for 252 yards and two touchdowns. Jackson also led the Ravens with seven carries for 45 yards and kept the 49ers defense off balance all evening as John Harbaugh’s team made an emphatic statement with a 33-19 win on Christmas night.

The Baltimore defense pressured San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy, ruining his MVP hopes after holding the second-year signal-caller to 18-32 passing for 255 yards and four interceptions.

The Ravens will host the Dolphins in Baltimore on Sunday for the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and with preparation set to begin, here’s an added analysis of the win.

Top photos from Ravens 33-19 win over the 49ers on Christmas night

We’re looking at the best Photos from the Baltimore Ravens 33-19 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Christmas night in Week 16

Baltimore took a trip to Santa Clara, California, and dominated the San Francisco 49ers on Christmas Night.

Lamar Jackson was 23-35 passing, for 252 yards and two touchdowns. Jackson also led the Ravens with seven carries for 45 yards and kept the 49er’s defense off-balance all evening.

The Baltimore defense pressured San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy, ruining his MVP hopes after holding the second-year signal-caller to 18-32 passing for 255 yards and four interceptions.

The Ravens will host the Dolphins in Baltimore on Sunday for the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and with preparation set to begin, here are the top photos from Monday night’s win.

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Instant analysis of Ravens dominant 33-19 win over 49ers on Monday Night Football

We’re looking at an instant analysis of the Baltimore Ravens dominant 33-19 win over San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football

After listening to pundits, Mike Florio and experts pick the 49ers to win, Baltimore took a trip to Santa Clara, California and dominated the San Francisco 49ers on Christmas Night.

Lamar Jackson was 23-35 passing, for 252 yards and two touchdowns. Jackson also led the Ravens with 7 carries for 45 yards, and was able to keep the 49ers defense off balance all evening.

The Baltimore defense pressured San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy, ruining his MVP hopes after holding the second-year signal-caller to 18-32 passing, for 255 yards and four interceptions.

The Ravens will host the Dolphins in Baltimore on Sunday for the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and with preparation set to begin, here’s instant analysis of the dominant win.

Ravens inactives for Week 16: Zay Flowers to start vs. 49ers on Monday Night Football

Zay Flowers is active for Ravens matchup vs. 49ers in Week 16

The Ravens released their list of inactive for Monday night, and although the team will be without three cornerbacks, rookie wide receiver Zay Flowers will be in the starting lineup.

Baltimore will be looking to win five straight for the first time since 2021.

Updated AFC playoff picture after Chiefs 20-14 loss to Raiders on Christmas Day

Updated AFC playoff picture after Chiefs 20-14 loss to Raiders and ahead of Ravens showdown vs. 49ers on Christmas Day

The Ravens are a little over four hours from their much-anticipated matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, and the AFC playoff picture was just rocked by the Chief’s upset loss to the Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium.

Miami defeated Dallas, 22-20, to clinch a postseason berth for the second consecutive season.  The Dolphins win also put Philadelphia back into first place in the NFC East.

Kansas City could not clinch the AFC West after losing to Las Vegas.

Cleveland wide receiver Amari Cooper had 11 receptions for a single-game franchise record of 265 yards and two touchdowns in the Browns’ 36-22 win over Houston.

With the kickoff for Baltimore and San Francisco fast approaching, here is an updated AFC playoff picture.

3 keys for Ravens offense vs. 49ers defense on Christmas night

We’re looking at 3 keys for the Baltimore Ravens offense vs. the San Francisco 49ers in Week 16

The 49ers and Ravens will enter Christmas Night with an 11-3 record and tied for the best record in the NFL.

Both teams currently hold the No. 1 spots in the NFC and AFC. The top seed in each conference earns the only first-round bye and home-field advantage in the postseason.

Both teams have explosive offensive units and smothering defensive personnel, with Baltimore looking to establish itself as the best team in the NFL.

With kickoff fast approaching, we’re looking at keys for the Raven’s offense against the Niner’s defense.

Ravens Week 16 rooting guide: Who should Baltimore support?

We’re looking at the Ravens Week 16 rooting guide and pondering who Baltimore fans should support on Sunday and Monday night

The Ravens are 11-3 and atop the AFC ahead of Monday night’s gigantic matchup against the San Francisco 49ers (11-3).

Baltimore holds a one-game lead over Miami in the AFC race and can get one step closer to locking up the AFC playoff race with some help.

The Week 16 games for Sunday and Monday are set to begin, and we’re looking at the Ravens rooting guide for this week.

Zay Flowers questionable for Ravens-49ers matchup; Baltimore rules out two cornerbacks

Rookie wide receiver Zay Flowers is questionable for the Baltimore Ravens Monday night matchup against the San Francisco 49ers

The Ravens gave their players Friday and Saturday off to enjoy the Christmas holiday, but that didn’t stop the team from releasing their final injury report ahead of Monday night.

Reserve cornerbacks Maulet (knee) and Jalyn Armour-Davis (concussion) were both ruled out.

That could allow Rock Ya-Sin to see snaps, or for Damarion Williams to make his 2023 debut, while stud rookie wide receiver Zay Flowers is questionable for the second straight week.