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The Las Vegas Raiders had a deal in place to trade Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens for a pair of first-round picks in the offseason before the Ravens pulled out of the deal, citing medical concerns.
The Ravens logged 67 offensive snaps in Week 7 but faltered on both sides of the ball, especially in the second half where they surrendered five straight touchdowns. Injuries reshaped the line—Vega Ioane left, Emery Jones Jr. filled in, and Cam Jurgens started at center. Derrick Henry’s 17 carries averaged under 3 yards, while Zay Flowers shone with eight catches for 137 yards and a TD. Defensively, the unit recorded 53 snaps, with Nnamdi Madubuike leading the front seven and Mike Green taking the most edge rushers after Tavius Robinson’s season‑ending injury. Safety Jaylinn Hawkins missed the game, forcing Keondre Jackson and K’Von Wallace into larger roles. The collapse highlights ongoing depth issues and a need for a more consistent pass rush.
The New York Jets are expected to fire Aaron Glenn after a 5‑19 start and will search for a new head coach for the 2027 season. Sportsnaut highlights five top candidates: veteran Bills coach Sean McDermott, whose defensive expertise could lift the Jets; 30‑year‑old Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, praised for play‑calling and a top‑10 offense; former Steelers head coach and NBC analyst Mike Tomlin, a culture‑builder with ample cap space and three first‑round picks; and Rams offensive coordinator Nate Scheelhaase, a rising offensive mind despite lacking NFL play‑calling experience. The article weighs each candidate’s track record and fit with New York’s talent pool, including stars like Breece Hall and Garrett Wilson.
The Ravens tumble 35-0 in the second half to fall 35-21 to the Bengals, marking their second straight AFC North loss. Analysts blame a lack of defensive leadership and sloppy second‑half play‑calling by coordinator Jesse Minter, noting the unit’s failure to pressure Joe Burrow and communicate in coverage. Offensively, short‑yardage woes persist as Derrick Henry struggles, prompting calls for a power back upgrade. The piece highlights veteran gaps, coaching lapses, and the urgent need for a more aggressive defensive scheme.
The Falcons pull off a statement 24-15 win over the previously unbeaten 49ers in Week 7. After trailing 14-3, Michael Penix Jr. sparks a comeback with three touchdown passes—two to Nick Muse and Kyle Pitts—while the defense forces crucial turnovers, including a game‑changing interception by rookie Kendal Daniels. A late field goal by Nick Folk seals the victory, giving Atlanta a 3-2 record since Penix returned and reviving hopes of ending the playoff drought that began in 2017. The win comes amid a tough schedule that still includes the Packers, Ravens, Bucs, Chiefs, Bengals, Vikings and Lions.
Vice President JD Vance praised the Cincinnati Bengals after they erased a 13‑0 hole to rout the Baltimore Ravens 35‑0 in Week 7. Vance highlighted wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, who caught five passes for 62 yards and a touchdown, noting the gesture made his six‑year‑old’s year. Joe Burrow threw for 292 yards and four scores, while Tee Higgins added 148 yards and a touchdown. The VP had visited Bengals practice earlier in the week, and his social‑media shout‑out underscores growing optimism that Cincinnati could make a playoff run.
The Bengals, rattled by early-season setbacks and a 13‑0 halftime hole against the Ravens, explode in the second half, scoring 35 unanswered points to win the divisional clash. Joe Burrow throws for 292 yards and four TDs, while Tee Higgins adds 148 yards on six catches. New defensive additions Dexter Lawrence (now on a $28 M, one‑year extension) and Boye Mafe combine for 2.5 sacks. The comeback reasserts Cincinnati’s AFC North identity and echoes the “that’s who we are” mantra echoed by coach Zac Taylor. The victory lifts the Bengals to 4‑2 and signals a revived contender.
Cincinnati scored 35 straight after halftime in Baltimore, Tampa Bay put 26 on Carolina in one quarter, Atlanta handed San Francisco its first loss, the Giants won in overtime in Houston, and Seattle held Kansas City to a field goal. Here is every Sunday final with its box score.
The Ravens suffer a demoralizing Week 7 blowout, losing 35-0 after building a double‑digit lead in the first half. Quarterback Tyler Huntley posts a solid 68% completion rate and 300+ yards but fizzles late, earning a C‑ grade. Derrick Henry’s 45 yards on 17 carries (D+) and a porous offensive line (D+) contribute to the stagnant ground game. Wideout Zay Flowers shines with 137 yards and a 48‑yard touchdown (C+), while the rest of the receiving corps is quiet. Defensive grades range from D+ on the line to C‑ on edge rushers, as Joe Burrow exploits a passive second‑half pass rush. Overall, the report card highlights recurring second‑half collapse and injury‑plagued units.
The Bengals pull off a dramatic comeback over the Ravens on Oct. 25, 2026, scoring 35 second‑half points after a sluggish first half. Joe Burrow sparks the turnaround with a series of precise throws to Mike Gesicki, while Ja’Marr Chase’s intense play energizes the offense. Defensive star Dexter Lawrence caps the win with a key sack and a late stop on Tyler Huntley. Despite early offensive misfires and third‑down struggles, Cincinnati rallies to a statement victory that showcases its explosive potential.
The Bills return from their bye to host the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8, and coach Joe Brady may finally get a health boost. Veteran WR DJ Moore is cleared to play after an AC‑joint sprain, while safety Jordan Hancock is likely activated from IR, giving the secondary a lift with the suspension of C.J. Gardner‑Johnson. Defensive lineman Ed Oliver’s return is uncertain after a knee injury, and the team may decide on rookie defensive tackle Zane Durant’s status. Buffalo’s young corps—Jalon Kilgore, Kaleb Elarms‑Orr, and T.J. Parker—could see more snaps, and Jim Leonhard’s defense may increase man coverage and blitzing after a low‑ranking Week 7 showing.
After the Ravens’ 35-13 defeat to the Cincinnati Bengals, former Bengal defensive end Trey Hendrickson warned his new team that they’re slipping below their own “standard.” Hendrickson, who left Cincinnati for Baltimore this offseason, highlighted the Ravens’ habit of building early leads only to collapse in the second half and stressed the need for consistent preparation. He also pointed out his own slow start—two sacks in five games versus the 17.5‑sack seasons he posted in Cincinnati—while teammate Roquan Smith echoes the call for steadier play.
After blowing a 13-0 lead to lose 35-13 to the Bengals, the Baltimore Ravens have suffered back‑to‑back second‑half collapses, the latest dropping them to 4‑3. Linebacker Roquan Smith says the team must chase consistency, noting a missing piece that shows up only sporadically. With quarterback Lamar Jackson still out, the Ravens start strong under Tyler Huntley but falter after halftime, a pattern also seen in a recent 13-10 loss to the Browns. Smith urges the defense—and the entire squad—to take accountability and sustain effort quarter‑by‑quarter as they head to Buffalo to face Josh Allen’s Bills next week.
NFL insider Jay Glazer says Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson may be just one week from returning, but the team refuses to rush a player whose mobility is essential to his game. Jackson missed Week 7 against the Bengals due to a painful ankle injury and, despite practicing Wednesday, still can't run with his usual freedom. Glazer explained on FOX NFL Kickoff that if Jackson were only a pocket passer he’d likely play, but the Ravens want to avoid exposing him to further harm. If the timeline holds, he could suit up for Week 8 versus the Buffalo Bills, with Tyler Huntley still filling in.
Lamar is not a winning player and Baltimore won't ever take the next step.
The Ravens’ 28‑21 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Oct. 25 sparks a heated post‑game debate. Fans and analysts blame a rash of short‑yardage blunders, three false‑start penalties that turned a one‑yard gain into six, and missed connections from Tyler Huntley and Ja’Kobi Lane on a potential touchdown that Lamar Jackson might have finished. Coach Jesse Minter’s play‑calling, especially the overused two‑RB “pony” packages with Derrick Henry and Justice Hill, failed to keep the Bengals’ defense honest. Meanwhile, pre‑snap penalties have surged to 12 in the past two weeks, far exceeding the acceptable window for a new staff. The piece dissects these issues in detail, offering fans a candid look at why Baltimore fell short.
The Baltimore Ravens have turned their once‑intimidating home field into a nightmare, losing five of their last six games at M&T Bank Stadium. Since 2022 they have blown ten double‑digit second‑half leads, including back‑to‑back collapses: a 13‑0 halftime lead turned into a 35‑13 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Oct. 26, and a 10‑0 lead that became a 13‑10 defeat to the Cleveland Browns on Oct. 18. The team became the first in 76 years to lead by at least 13 at halftime and lose by 20 or more, a dubious record last set by the 1950 Baltimore Colts. The article details how the Ravens’ historic defensive identity has eroded, leaving fans fearing their own team’s second‑half performance.
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Trailing 13-0 at halftime, the Cincinnati Bengals staged a historic comeback against the Baltimore Ravens on Oct. 26, 2026, scoring 35 unanswered points to win. Joe Burrow, after a 6-of-12 first‑half showing, went 16-of-18 for 249 yards and four TDs in the second half, connecting with Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins (six catches for 148 yards, one TD) and Mike Gesicki. The defense forced four sacks, an interception and two turnovers on downs, while limiting Derrick Henry to 2.6 yards per carry. The Bengals become only the 10th team ever shut out early yet to score 35+ in the second half, the most since the Vikings’ 39‑point rally in 2022.
Baltimore Beatdown surveyed fans after the Ravens' first six games under new head coach Jesse Minter, handing the staff a B‑overall grade. The team sits 4‑2, with recent wins over the Colts, Titans, Cowboys and Falcons, but also a costly loss to the Browns that erased a double‑digit lead. Fans cite improving defense and penalty reductions, yet note lingering second‑half woes and an injury‑hit offensive line. Confidence dipped from 79% to 48% after the Browns defeat and may fall further unless Lamar Jackson returns. Despite the slump, the Ravens still sit at +1100 odds to win the Super Bowl, though division hopes now require a sweep of their final four games.
The Bengals paid edge defender Boye Mafe a handsome contract in free agency, and performances like Week 7 against the Ravens reinforce their commitment.
The Baltimore Ravens tumble into last place in the AFC North after a seventh‑game losing streak, sparking an urgent identity crisis. Coach John Harbaugh and team leaders, including quarterback Tyler Huntley, must decide what kind of team they want to become as they try to halt the collapse and climb out of the division's basement.
Trailing 13-0 at halftime, the Bengals erupted for 35 second‑half points to beat the Ravens 49-33 on Oct. 26, 2026. Ja’Marr Chase admits his angry halftime speech ignited the comeback, urging the offense to step up. Joe Burrow responded with 292 yards, 22‑30 completions and four TD passes, while Tee Higgins logged six catches for 148 yards and a score. Chase added five receptions for 62 yards and a touchdown, continuing his historic 117.1‑yard average against Baltimore. The Ravens, outgained 258‑59 in the first half, became the third team ever to lose by 20+ after a 13‑point halftime lead.
The Buffalo Bills sit tied for first in the AFC at 5‑1 after a Week 7 bye, while the New England Patriots drop to 4‑3 with a loss to the Chicago Bears. The Kansas City Chiefs also sit 5‑1 but hold the tiebreaker with a perfect 5‑0 conference record. The upcoming Week 8 slate features key matchups—Chiefs vs. Broncos, Bills vs. Ravens, Browns vs. Steelers—that could reshape the playoff picture. Current AFC standings list the Chiefs and Bills atop the race, followed by the Browns and Jaguars.
After falling behind 13-0 at halftime, the Cincinnati Bengals rallied to a 35-point second‑half surge and beat the Baltimore Ravens 35-13 on Oct. 25, 2026. Star receiver Ja’Marr Chase admitted he was furious with the first‑half effort and shouted a halftime wake‑up call, demanding someone make a play. The pep talk sparked a comeback as Joe Burrow threw for 292 yards and four touchdowns, with Tee Higgins (148 yards, TD), Chase (62 yards, TD) and others scoring. The win improves the Bengals’ 4‑2 record and keeps their playoff hopes alive as they prepare to host the Titans on Nov. 1.