Tag: Rashod Bateman

Ravens climb to No. 1 in NFL in points per game after win over Bucs

The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in style Monday night and climbed to No. 1 in the NFL in total points per game.

Not only did the Baltimore Ravens defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in style on Monday, but they also surged to the top of the NFL in total points per game.

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Quarterback Lamar Jackson has been superhuman lately and needed just 22 pass attempts, and nine carries to total five touchdowns Monday night.

Jackson’s entourage includes tight ends Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely, running backs Derrick Henry and Justice Hill, and lastly, wide receivers Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman.

Any and every defensive tactic thrown at the Ravens can be easily countered due to the plethora of options they have in personnel.  

When opponents crowd the box, Jackson can target Bateman and Flowers on deep routes like we saw Monday. Yet, when defenses show two-high safeties, Jackson can target pass catchers at the intermediate and short level or target underneath voids with HB screen plays.

Ultimately, the team’s plush personnel and offensive coordinator Todd Monken’s mastermind are currently fueling its success on offense. The team has looked pretty much unstoppable on offense through six weeks.

The Rashod Bateman “breakout” column you’ve been waiting for

If there is one thing the world has no shortage of, it’s “Is This the Year Rashod Bateman Breaks Out?” articles.

If there is one thing the world has no shortage of, it’s “Is This the Year Rashod Bateman Breaks Out?” articles. The writer of this post has produced at least three of these, as have countless other Baltimore Ravens writers, this preseason alone.

It’s easy to make fun of how much this specific story angle has been covered, but now, it’s looking like it’s finally happening. He had four receptions for a career-high 121 yards, good for 30.1 yards per reception (also a career-high) in the 41-31 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday Night Football.

The 121 yards are actually 8.4% of his total career receiving yards (1,440 across 41 games) entering the night.

Bateman had one touchdown, a 49-yard reception that reportedly traveled 58.3 yards in the air. He also had a 59-yarder, which is good for Lamar Jackson’s longest completion of the season thus far.

This breakout performance followed last week’s outing, in which he had what was then a season-high 71 yards receiving.

Through seven weeks, he already has a new career high in touchdown receptions in a single season, with three.

This former Minnesota Golden Gopher is getting it done right now because he’s embodying the “Row the Boat” philosophy that defines the culture of his collegiate program.

His college coach, P.J. Fleck, described Row the Boat as “a never-give-up mantra” when he explained the full meaning of the phrase at 2017 Big Ten Media Day.

That’s Bateman, who persevered despite all the injuries piling up. Bateman has yet to achieve a season with the statistical production expected of a first-round draft selection and has caught plenty of criticism.

However, right now, he’s doing the one thing that can silence the critics for good—putting up solid numbers.

 

Zay Flowers is faster than Speedy Gonzales, Ravens improve to 4-2

Whether opponents use zone or man coverage versus Baltimore Ravens WR Zay Flowers, they still can’t account for his impeccable quickness.

Whether opponents use zone or man coverage versus Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers, they still can’t account for his impeccable quickness.

Nine catches for 142 receiving yards means Flowers finished week six with a whopping 14.7 yards per catch average versus the Washington Commanders.

With Ravens running back Derrick Henry and quarterback Lamar Jackson demanding attention in the trenches, Flowers, and teammates Mark Andrews and Rashod Bateman have been able to run loose in voids at the intermediate and deep level of the pass defense.

As long as offensive coordinator Todd Monken continues to run a balanced attack, Flowers and others will get their share of targets in the passing game.

Yesterday, Monken totaled 28 first downs, winning the time of possession 36.08 to 23:52. Flowers has been an essential possession receiver, moving the chains when needed, and it’s only a matter of time before he breaks another big play for a touchdown.

Ravens WR Rashod Bateman praises Zay Flowers for his breakout performance

Ravens WR Rashod Bateman praises Zay Flowers after having his own career high in yards against the Washington Commanders

Lamar Jackson spread the football around on Sunday in the passing game, having three different receivers log 60+ yards in the afternoon. Rashod Bateman and Jackson have seen their chemistry grow this season, and on Sunday, the former Golden Gophers wide receiver had one of his best days as a pro.

Bateman logged four catches for 71 yards (17.8 avg) on four targets. The 71 yards were the most for Bateman since Week 2 of the 2022 season. Rather than focus on his accomplishment, Batenan had nothing but praise for Zay Flowers and his historic day.

Flowers had nine catches for 132 yards (14.7 avg) and hauled in all nine of his targets. Lamar Jackson is developing a rapport with his key pass catchers.

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John Harbaugh expresses confidence in Ravens’ WRs amid Davante Adams trade rumors

John Harbaugh expresses confidence in Ravens’ wide receivers amid Davante Adams trade rumors

Whenever a notable wide receiver becomes available in free agency or via trade, fans of the Baltimore Ravens inevitably become fascinated with the idea of pairing them with MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson. Davante Adams is the latest example after the six-time Pro Bowler requested a trade from the Las Vegas Raiders.

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh was asked how he felt about the team’s current group of wide receivers amid speculation that Baltimore could be a team to pursue Adams.

“You know how we feel about our guys,” Harbaugh said. “I really can’t comment on anybody else’s players. We talked about Davante Adams a couple of weeks ago [when we played the Raiders], and I didn’t want to talk anything about him after the game – we had seen enough at that point. We love our guys.”

Adams was instrumental in the Raiders Week 2 upset win over the Ravens as he caught nine passes for 110 yards and a touchdown. The superstar receiver would undoubtedly help take Baltimore’s already explosive offensive to another level, but considering his current salary, the needed draft capital to give up, and the fact that the Ravens are a run-heavy team, the move for the soon-to-be 32-year-old receiver seems unlikely to occur for Baltimore.

The Ravens appear content to roll with Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, and Nelson Agholor as the team’s top trio of wide receivers, with tight ends Isaiah Likely, Mark Andrews, and Charlie Kolar also featuring heavily in the passing attack.

Ravens vs. Bengals: Top photos from Baltimore’s 41-38 win in overtime at Paycor Stadium

We’re looking at the top photos from the Baltimore Ravens 41-38 win over the Cincinnati Bengals in overtime at Paycor Stadium in Week 5

Lamar Jackson and company rallied from a late fourth-quarter deficit to force overtime with a 56-yard field goal from Justin Tucker. In overtime, the Bengals recovered a Jackson fumble but could not win it after Evan McPherson missed a 56-yard field goal of his win.

At one point in the fourth quarter, Joe Burrow was 27-for-34 for 353 yards and five touchdown passes, while former college teammate Ja’Marr Chase had nine catches for 174 yards and two scores.

Burrow finished 30-39 passing for 392 yards, five touchdowns, and one costly interception. His MVP counterpart, Lamar Jackson, was 26-42 passing for 348 yards and four touchdowns. Jackson also had 12 carries for 56 yards on the day.

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Joe Burrow dominates early, but Ravens rally for a 41-38 win over Bengals in overtime

Joe Burrow dominates early, but Ravens rally for a 41-38 win over Bengals in overtime

After a week of pundits and experts questioning Joe Burrow’s demise, the former LSU star put the NFL back on notice with a dominant, five-touchdown performance against the Baltimore Ravens at Paycor Stadium.

Still, it wasn’t enough, as Lamar Jackson and company rallied from a late fourth-quarter deficit to force overtime with a 56-yard field goal from Justin Tucker. In overtime, the Bengals recovered a Lamar Jackosn fumble but were unable to win it after Evan McPherson missed a 56-yard field goal of his win.

Baltimore used a big Derrick Henry run to get into field goal position, and Justin Tucker’s 24 field goals gave the Ravens their third straight win.

At one point in the fourth quarter, Burrow was 27-for-34 for 353 yards and five touchdown passes, while former college teammate Ja’Marr Chase had nine catches for 174 yards and two scores against a Ravens secondary full of first-round picks and high-paid defenders.

Burrow finished 30-39 passing for 392 yards, five touchdowns, and one costly interception. His MVP counterpart, Lamar Jackson, was 26-42 passing for 348 yards and four touchdowns. Jackson also had 12 carries for 56 yards on the day.

After a slow start, Derrick Henry finished things with a bang, rushing for 91 yards on 15 carries, with one rushing touchdown.

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WATCH: Rashod Bateman makes two spectacular catches on scoring drive vs. Bengals

Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman makes two spectacular catches on scoring drive vs. Bengals

Lamar Jackson and Rashod Bateman have struggled to develop efficient gameday chemistry over the past few years. Still, the MVP quarterback and the wide receiver have been on the same page over the past few weeks.
The Ravens are up 14-9 over the Bengals late in the second quarter, and Bateman is a massive reason for this.  The former Minnesota Golden Gophers star made two dynamic catches, including a 16-yard touchdown grab to give Baltimore a lead.

Bateman made two massive grabs on the 7-play, 51-yard drive that took 2:59 of game action.

Through two quarters, Bateman has two catches for 34 yards and a touchdown catch.
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Ravens WR Rashod Bateman has hilarious social media response to expectations in 2024

Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman had a funny social media response to his expectations in 2024

The Baltimore Ravens are expected to have a big year in 2024. They are coming from a tough loss in the AFC Championship game to the Kansas City Chiefs, who they will play in Week 1 of the season.

Wide receiver Rashod Bateman is a big X-factor for the Ravens this year. A fan posted some number predictions to the wide receiver, which garnered a response about how world peace would be achieved if those stats were reached. Bateman responded to the comment, saying that he understands that world peace would happen if he could achieve what the post was asking.

Bateman is taking over full WR2 responsibilities this season behind Zay Flowers. He will need a big year, especially if the Ravens’ offense is to reach their full potential.

Ravens vs. Packers: Top photos from preseason finale at Lambeau Field

We’re looking at the top photos from the Baltimore Ravens preseason loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field

It’s only the preseason, but the Ravens will head towards the 53-man roster cutdown date with a sour taste after a 30-7 loss to the Packers at Lambeau Field on Saturday afternoon. Josh Johnson was 5-7 for 71 yards and one passing touchdown, while Michael Pratt led Green Bay in passing, going 8-12 for 80 yards and one touchdown. The Packers were dominant on the ground, amassing 193 rushing yards, as Ellis Merriweather led all ball carriers with 16 yards for 74 yards. The Packers held the ball for nearly ten minutes longer than the Ravens and out-gained Baltimore by 326 yards to 177 for John Harbaugh’s bunch. With Baltimore now turning its attention toward the Chiefs, here’s an instant analysis of the loss. ***