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Ravens news: Lamar Jackson dominating defenses from the pocket; Kyle Hamilton addresses disrespect

Lamar Jackson is dominating from the pocket, Kyle Hamilton is not feeling the 11-3 disrespect and more Baltimore Ravens news ahead of 49ers showdown

Monday night’s massive showdown in San Francisco between the Ravens (11-3) and 49ers (11-3) will feature two teams that share the NFL’s best record, but like the College Football Playoffs, some pundits are treating John Harbaugh’s team like the Florida State Seminoles.

Baltimore is a 5.5-point underdog, and some pundits don’t believe the matchup will be close.

With the final preparation for Monday night underway, we’re looking at some Friday morning Ravens news, including a deep dive into Lamar Jackson’s ability to dominate and dismantle opposing teams inside or outside the pocket.

Roquan Smith says he’d take the Ravens 10-10 times in response to being underdogs to 49ers

Roquan Smith on the Ravens being an underdog to the 49ers: “I’m betting on us 10 times out of 10 — 11 if you want to add one.”

The Ravens (11-3) and 49ers (11-3) are set for a heavyweight showdown on Monday night in a Christmas evening extravaganza.

Despite being dominant for most of this season, Baltimore will enter the matchup as an almost touchdown underdog on the road.

During his Wednesday session with the media, the always talkative Roquan Smith said he’d take his team “10 out of 10 times — and 11 if you want to add one.”

Christian McCaffrey averages 116.8 rushing yards per game for San Francisco over his last four, while Deebo Samuel will also enter the contest on a hot streak.

Smith and Patrick Queen offer a dynamic and elite counter to what the 49ers like to do.

Smith enters the matchup with a team-high 142 total tackles (79 solo), 5 TFL, and 4 QBHs through the first 14 games of the season.

That stat makes Roquan Smith one of four defensive players in the league with at least 140 tackles, 3 TFLs, and 3 QBHs in 2023.

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10 key matchups to watch when Ravens face 49ers in Christmas night showdown

We’re looking at 10 key matchups to watch when the Baltimore Ravens face the San Francisco 49ers in a Christmas night showdown

Christmas Day 2023 has an impressive slate of NFL games scheduled, but none more hyped than the primetime battle when the two teams with the league’s best records (11-3) square off on Monday Night Football.

Entering the Week 16 games, the Ravens own the AFC’s No. 1 playoff seed, holding a one-game lead over the Miami Dolphins (10-4), while San Francisco currently stands No. 1 in the NFC playoff race.

Baltimore holds a two-game lead over the 9-5 Cleveland Browns in the AFC North.

Following Monday’s matchup at San Francisco, the Ravens will host Miami on New Year’s Eve and close out the regular season at home against Pittsburgh.

Where the Ravens rank statistically heading into Week 16 showdown vs. 49ers

We’re looking at where the Baltimore Ravens rank statistically ahead of their Week 16 showdown against the San Francisco 49ers

The Ravens are 11-3 and preparing for a Monday night showdown in the Bay Area against the No. 1 ranked San Francisco 49ers.

Baltimore is a 5.5-point underdog for Monday’s game at the 49ers, and it’s the 2nd-largest underdog role of Jackson’s 6-year career.

San Francisco (11-3) has star power at every position and two NFL MVP candidates in quarterback Brock Purdy and running back Christian McCaffrey.

With preparation for the matchup underway, we’re looking at where the Ravens rank statistically entering Week 16.

Studs and duds from Ravens 23-7 win over Jaguars in Week 15

We’re looking at the studs and duds from the Baltimore Ravens 23-7 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday Night Football in Week 15

An AFC showdown highlighted the final game of the Week 15 slate, as the Baltimore Ravens defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 23-7 to remain the No. 1 overall seed in the conference.

Lamar Jackson accounted for 268 total yards, and Baltimore rushed for 251 yards as Todd Monken’s group firmly established themselves in the trenches on both sides of the football in a dominant performance against Jacksonville.

With preparation for a gigantic showdown against the 49ers set to begin, here are the studs and duds from the Ravens’ 23-7 win over Jacksonville.

Takeaways and observations from Ravens 23-7 win over Jaguars on SNF

We’re looking at takeaways and observations from the Baltimore Ravens 23-7 win over Jacksonville Jaguars on SNF

Lamar Jackson accounted for 268 total yards, and Baltimore rushed for 251 yards as Todd Monken’s group firmly established themselves in the trenches on both sides of the football in a dominant performance against Jacksonville.

The Ravens are 11-3 and sitting atop the AFC after a 23-7 win over the Jaguars that wasn’t as close as the score indicates.

With preparation for a monster showdown against the 49ers looming, here are takeaways and observations from the win.

Instant analysis of Ravens clinching playoff berth with a 23-7 win over Jaguars on SNF

We’re looking at the instant analysis of the Baltimore Ravens 23-7 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday Night Football on NBC

The Ravens are 11-3 and sitting atop the AFC after a dominant 23-7 win over the Jaguars that wasn’t as close as the score indicates.

Lamar Jackson accounted for 268 total yards, and Baltimore rushed for 251 yards as Todd Monken’s group firmly established themselves in the trenches on both sides of the football.

All wasn’t well, as rookie running back Keaton Mitchell will likely miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury.

With preparation for a monster showdown against the 49ers looming, here’s an instant analysis of the win.

Takeaways and highlights from first half as Ravens hold a 10-0 lead over Jaguars on SNF

We’re looking at takeaways and highlights from the first half as the Ravens hold a 10-0 lead over the Jaguars on SNF

Jacksonville had 181 total yards in the first half and had some momentum, but they trailed Baltimore 10-0 after some dynamic passing from Lamar Jackson.

Trevor Lawrence was 16 of 23 passing, for 148 yards and one costly fumble, while the Ravens were an efficient 4-6 on third downs.

With the third quarter set to begin, here are takeaways and highlights from the first half.

Ravens inactives for Week 15: Kyle Hamilton to start vs. Jaguars on SNF

The Baltimore Ravens released their inactives list for Sunday night and Kyle Hamilton will start against the Jacksonville Jaguars

The Ravens released their list of inactives for Sunday night and star safety Kyle Hamilton will play despite dealing with a knee injury.

Hamilton was questionable entering the game but spent all week trending in the right direction.

Hamilton will have a key matchup against Jaguars tight end Evan Engram, who caught 11 passes for 95 yards and two touchdowns last week.

The Jaguars are without two starting defensive backs: safety Andre Cisco (groin) and cornerback Tyson Campbell (quad).

All their other starters who were questionable entering the game, including starting offensive linemen Ezra Cleveland and Walker Little, are active.

5 keys for Ravens defense vs. Jaguars offense during Sunday Night Football on NBC

We’re looking at keys for the Ravens defense against the Jaguars offense on Sunday night in Week 15

The Ravens (10-3) enter Week 15 as the AFC’s No. 1 seed, and the team is in Jacksonville to face the Jaguars (8-5) on NBC’s “Sunday Night Football.”

Baltimore can clinch a playoff spot with a win, providing more momentum toward a potential first-round bye and home-field advantage in the postseason.

Jacksonville will look to rebound after suffering their second loss in six days, as quarterback Trevor Lawrence finished 28 of 50 for 257 yards and three interceptions.

With final preparation underway for both teams, here are four keys for the Ravens defense against the Jaguars offense on Sunday night.