The Baltimore Ravens are 0-2 after a disappointing 26-23 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 2 at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday.
It’s the first back-to-back loss for Lamar Jackson in two years and the first time a reigning MVP has lost two straight games in 22 years. Jackson was 21-34 passing, for 247 yards (7.3 avg), one passing touchdown and one interception.
Jackson had four carries for 20 yards, while Derrick Henry rebounded in the second half, finishing with 18 carries for 84 yards (4.8 avg) and one rushing touchdown.
The Baltimore offensive line struggled mightily in the afternoon, as Jackson was sacked two times. Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby tormented Jackson and the Ravens, as the All-Pro logged six tackles, two sacks, four tackles for loss, one pass defended, and two quarterback hits.
With the team set to start preparation for a must-win game against Dallas, here is an instant analysis of the loss.
Derrick Henry heated up and made history
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 15: Derrick Henry #22 of the Baltimore Ravens runs with the ball during the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
After having less than nine yards in the first half, Derrick Henry’s fourth-quarter touchdown puts him at 92 career rushing touchdowns. Henry is now in sole possession of No. 11 all-time in career rush TDs.
Henry first half: 7-5
Henry second half: 11-79
Henry finished with 18 carries for 84 yards and his second touchdown as a member of the Ravens.
Kyle Van Noy shined
Sep 15, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew (15) looks to throw on the run as Baltimore Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy (53) applies pressure during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Less than a week after suffering an orbital bone fracture, Van Noy was dominant at times, logging three tackles, two sacks, three tackles for loss, and three QB hits.
Gardner Minshew
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 15: Gardner Minshew II #15 of the Las Vegas warms up prior to the game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
It wasn’t quite Minshew mania or Mahomes like, but the veteran quarterback outplayed Lamar Jackson and made plays when it counted to send the Ravens to an 0-2 start.
Brock Bowers
Sep 15, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) runs as Baltimore Ravens safety Marcus Williams (32) defends during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
The Georgia rookie is breaking records and had another standout performance, logging nine catches for 98 yards on nine targets. Bower had 46 yards after the catch.
Ravens defensive standouts
Sep 15, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (44) on the field before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Roquan Smith led all players with 11 tackles, and cornerback Marlon Humphrey logged 10 tackles, one pass defended, and one tackle for loss.
