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During its buildup, the highly anticipated matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and Washington Commanders was unfairly boiled down to the two immensely talented Heisman trophy winners \u2014 Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels. Obviously, the NFL is a quarterback driven league and a game featuring a two-time league MVP and a dynamic rookie playing at a historic level is must-see television, but there were plenty of other talented playmakers involved in the weekend\u2019s top game.<\/p>\n

To that end, the high-powered Ravens held off the feel-good Commanders 30-23, thanks to a balanced offensive attack in which running back Derrick Henry rushed for 132 yards and two touchdowns, and wideout Zay Flowers caught all nine passes thrown his way for 132 yards. With success on the ground and in the air, the Ravens scored on five consecutive possessions to seize control of the contest.<\/p>\n

Washington\u2019s top running back, Brian Robinson Jr., did not play due to a knee injury, which killed any hopes of establishing a ground game. Facing a one-dimensional attack, Baltimore was able to consistently pressure Daniels and the passing game. While the LSU product completed 24 of 35 passes for 269 yards, two touchdowns and a QB rating of 110.3, the Ravens dominated two critical areas \u2014 total yards (484 to 305) and time of possession (36:08 to 23:52).<\/p>\n

Commanders cornerback Benjamin St-Juste, who has been one of the most targeted defenders in the league this season, had a rough day while predominantly covering Flowers. As previously noted, the second-year receiver caught all nine passes thrown his way Sunday. St-Juste was also penalized twice for pass interference. On a brighter note for the visting team, pass rusher Donte Fowler Jr., had a strong showing, with two sacks and three tackles for loss against the Ravens.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re not where we want to be yet,\u201d said head coach Dan Quinn. \u201cI was honestly proud as hell with the fight we showed in the game, but I also think there\u2019s definitely another gear and it\u2019s a gear we need to get to.\u201d<\/p>\n

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