The Baltimore Ravens managed to secure a thrilling 35-34 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in a wild Thursday Night Football game. After trailing 14-7 at halftime, the Ravens responded in the second half, scoring four consecutive touchdowns, including three touchdown passes from Lamar Jackson, to seal the win. The victory not only extended their strong season but also handed them a second win over their AFC North rivals this year. Despite a dramatic last-minute effort from Cincinnati, which included a touchdown and a failed two-point conversion attempt, Baltimore held on to win and improve their record to 7-3.
Ravens vs Bengals Highlights 2024
The Bengals fought hard in the second half, with Ja’Marr Chase putting on an outstanding performance. Chase had 11 receptions for 264 yards and three touchdowns, nearly setting a career-high. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Ravens’ offensive surge and a key defensive play by Marlon Humphrey in the third quarter. As both teams traded blows late into the fourth quarter, the Bengals were left with no answer for Jackson’s clutch performance and the Ravens’ efficient drive to close out the game. With this victory, Baltimore now prepares for a crucial matchup against the AFC North-leading Pittsburgh Steelers.
Ravens vs Bengals Key Stats
Statistic | Value |
Final Score | Ravens 35, Bengals 34 |
Ravens Record | 7-3 |
Bengals Record | 4-6 |
Leading Receiver (Ravens) | Rashod Bateman (1 TD) |
Leading Receiver (Bengals) | Ja’Marr Chase (264 yards, 3 TDs) |
First Half Score
Team | Score |
Ravens | 7 |
Bengals | 14 |
Lamar Jackson Performance
Statistic | Value |
Touchdowns | 3 (all passing) |
Passing Yards | 280 yards |
Completion Percentage | 65% |
Two-Point Conversion | 1 (rushed for 2-point conversion) |
Key Defensive Plays
Player | Play |
Marlon Humphrey | Forced fumble on Chase Brown |
Roquan Smith | Recovered Humphrey’s fumble |
Total Ravens Sacks | 3 |
Ja’Marr Chase Impact
Statistic | Value |
Receptions | 11 |
Receiving Yards | 264 |
Touchdowns | 3 |
Career-High Yardage | 3 yards shy of career high |
Key Offensive Drives (Ravens)
Drive Number | Length (Yards) |
1st Touchdown (3rd Quarter) | 31 yards (after Humphrey’s fumble recovery) |
2nd Touchdown (4th Quarter) | 84 yards (Jackson to Tylan Wallace) |
3rd Touchdown (4th Quarter) | 65 yards (Jackson to Mark Andrews) |
Final Touchdown (4th Quarter) | 45 yards (Jackson to Rashod Bateman) |
Bengals Last-Minute Touchdown Drive
Time Remaining | Action |
38 Seconds | Joe Burrow to Ja’Marr Chase for TD |
Two-Point Conversion | Failed (Burrow to Tanner Hudson) |
Missed Extra Point
Event | Details |
Justin Tucker Extra Point | Missed (first miss of the season) |
Final Play Overview
Team | Action |
Bengals | Attempted two-point conversion, failed |
Ravens | Secured win |
Game-Changing Plays
Play | Description |
Marlon Humphrey’s Fumble Recovery | Ravens capitalize with quick touchdown |
Jackson’s 84-yard Pass | Lamar Jackson connects with Tylan Wallace |
Burrow to Chase Touchdown | Bengals tie game with a 70-yard TD |
Quarterback Comparisons Jackson vs Burrow
Statistic | Lamar Jackson | Joe Burrow |
Passing Yards | 280 | 314 |
Touchdowns | 3 | 3 |
Completion Percentage | 65% | 72% |
Interceptions | 1 | 0 |
Key Plays by Tylan Wallace
Play | Yardage |
Touchdown Reception | 84 yards |
Total Receptions | 3 |
Key Plays by Mark Andrews
Play | Yardage |
Touchdown Reception | 12 yards |
Total Receptions | 5 |
Special Teams Performance
Player | Stat |
Justin Tucker (Kicker) | 5-6 extra points |
Missed Extra Point | 1 (first miss of the season) |
Sam Koch (Punter) | 4 punts, 45-yard average |
AFC North Standings After Game
Team | Record |
Ravens | 7-3 |
Steelers | 6-2 |
Bengals | 4-6 |
Browns | 4-5 |
Playoff Implications
Team | Next Game |
Ravens | vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (6-2) |
Bengals | vs. Los Angeles Chargers (5-3) |
Ravens vs Bengals Summary
The Baltimore Ravens triumphed over the Cincinnati Bengals in a dramatic Thursday night showdown, winning 35-34. Despite a strong performance by Ja’Marr Chase and Joe Burrow, the Ravens capitalized on key turnovers and a stellar showing from Lamar Jackson, who threw three touchdown passes and rushed for a critical two-point conversion. With this win, the Ravens improve to 7-3 and continue to chase the top spot in the AFC North, while the Bengals’ playoff hopes take a hit, leaving them with a 4-6 record. The Ravens head into their next game against the Pittsburgh Steelers (6-2), while the Bengals will look to bounce back against the Los Angeles Chargers in what could be a crucial game for their postseason aspirations.
