October 9th, 2005, that’s the last time the Lions managed to claw out a win against the Ravens , a staggering 20-year streak of futility that hangs over this primetime Monday night clash. For Baltimore, it’s about protecting a legacy and, more importantly, protecting their MVA (most valuable player): Lamar Jackson.
After a Week 1 heartbreaker against the Bills , the Ravens righted the ship with a 41-17 win over the Browns . The offense put up: 242 total yards, a paltry 45 on the ground, yet 41 points. Lamar’s 4 TD passes and a PFF grade of 64.6 papered over concerning cracks. Yet the O-line got manhandled by the Browns’ defensive front (Garrett had something to say) . The revered rushing attack was absolutely nonexistent. It was a win, but it had glimmers of cracks.