The Baltimore Ravens Showed Why They’re in a Different Weight Class than Their AFC Counterparts
The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 30-23 on the road to conclude Week 12 on Monday Night Football.
Winners and Losers from the Matchup
WINNER: Derrick Henry and Justice Hill, Ravens
While Lamar Jackson’s passing completions and yards didn’t light up the stat sheet, they didn’t need to. Henry and Hill made things happen on the ground that allowed Jackson’s game to be much simpler.
Henry led the way with a robust 140 yards on 24 carries, while Hill chipped in 55 on four carries thanks to a 51-yard house call midway through the fourth.
LOSER: Gus Edwards, Chargers
Dobbins enjoyed a positive start to the game with 40 rushing yards on six carries before being ruled out with an injury. The onus shifted to Edwards, who is in his first season with Los Angeles after a five-year run with Baltimore.
But the former Raven couldn’t get revenge against his former team, mustering a poor 11 yards on nine carries. He scored a late one-yard touchdown that helped flatter the scoreboard.
WINNER: Touchdown Catches
Jackson’s two touchdown throws were both brilliant hauls from the receivers. The first involved Rashod Bateman. With just under 30 seconds before halftime, Jackson heaved a deep ball into the end zone, where Bateman somehow brought it in despite heavy contact.
The second came early in the fourth quarter. This time it was Mark Andrews on third-and-goal, who got up to “Moss” his marker.
LOSER: Quentin Johnston, Chargers
Los Angeles’ 2023 first-round pick continues to be a disappointment. The Chargers hoped Johnston could develop into an improved wideout as a sophomore, but the TCU product just hasn’t been able to deliver.
The 6-foot-4 wideout was targeted five times, but he did not record a single reception. Instead, rookie second-rounder Ladd McConkey led the receiving department with six catches on six targets for 83 yards. Los Angeles’ lack of offensive weapons continues to be a weakness against better opposition.
WINNER: John Harbaugh, Ravens
The older brother strengthened his dominance. John Harbaugh, Baltimore’s head coach, moved to 3-0 all time against his younger brother, Jim, Los Angeles’ head coach.
Both wins came in the 2011 season when John’s Ravens beat Jim’s San Francisco 49ers in the regular season and, eventually, the 2013 Super Bowl.
Conclusion
The Baltimore Ravens proved why they’re a force to be reckoned with in the AFC, while the Los Angeles Chargers struggled to keep up. The Ravens’ dominant running game and efficient passing game were too much for the Chargers to handle.
FAQs
Q: Who won the matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and the Los Angeles Chargers?
A: The Baltimore Ravens won 30-23.
Q: Who led the Ravens’ rushing attack?
A: Derrick Henry led the way with 140 yards on 24 carries.
Q: Who was the biggest disappointment for the Chargers?
A: Quentin Johnston, the 2023 first-round pick, was targeted five times but did not record a single reception.
Q: How many times has John Harbaugh beaten his brother Jim in their head coaching matchups?
A: John Harbaugh has beaten his brother Jim three times, all of which came in the 2011 season.
