7 stats to know ahead of Ravens vs. Giants in Week 15
The Ravens (8-5) are just hours away from facing the Giants (2-11) at MetLife Stadium in a Week 15 matchup that’ll see Lamar Jackson and company favored by over two touchdowns.
The Ravens are 4-3 against the NYG in all-time regular season play, including a 2-3 mark under John Harbaugh. With the Thursday practice set to begin, we’re previewing the New York Giants.
John Harbaugh’s team is two games behind the 10-3 Steelers in the AFC North and is coming off its Week 14 bye. The Ravens are 4-3 on the road this season, while the Giants seek their first home victory.
Key numbers to know
Oct 16, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) warms up before playing against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
The Ravens lead the league in yards-per-game (422.5) and per play (6.8), rushing yards-per-carry (5.7), yards per pass attempt (8.7), and second in first downs (22.9), and rushing yards (179.l) a game. When Baltimore scores 28 or more points, it is 8-0. The Ravens have scored 30 or more points five times.
When they score fewer than 28, they are 0-5.
Lamar Jackson has been outstanding
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 16: Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens throws the ball during the first quarter against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on October 16, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Jackson leads the NFL with a 116.3 passer rating, the highest by any quarterback in a season since Aaron Rodgers’ 121.5 in 2020 (when Rodgers was the MVP). Jackson has thrown 29 touchdown passes and only three interceptions.
Derrick Henry
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 01: Derrick Henry #22 of the Baltimore Ravens runs the ball during the first quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium on December 01, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
Henry has rushed for a league-high-tying 13 touchdowns and is second to Saquon Barkley with 1,407 yards while averaging 5.9 yards a carry. The former Alabama star has career totals of 10,909 yards and 103 rushing touchdowns and needs 91 rush yards to become only the ninth player in history with 11,000+ yards & 100+ rushing scores.
Giants in trouble
NASHVILLE, TN – DECEMBER 07: Helmets of the New York Giants rests on the sideline during a game against the Tennessee Titans at LP Field on December 7, 2014 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)
The Giants defense is missing its top three defensive linemen and has allowed 141.7 rushing yards a game, the NFL’s fourth-highest total, and 4.9 yards a carry (third highest).
Ravens are explosive
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 01: Zay Flowers #4 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts prior to a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium on December 01, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
Baltimore has the NFL’s No. 1 offense (422.5 ypg) and is No. 3 in scoring (29.5 ppg).
Mark Andrews nearing history
Dec 1, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews (89) catches s pass for a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Andrews is one touchdown away from breaking a tie with running back Jamal Lewis for the most total touchdowns scored (currently 47 each) in Ravens career history.
More Ravens
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 01: Head coach John Harbaugh of the Baltimore Ravens talks with back judge Steve Patrick #17 during the first quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium on December 01, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
Baltimore’s 18.3 points allowed per game, +4.8 average Points per game margin, and +0.6 average turnovers per game margin against NFC East opponents rank it No. 1 in the NFL.
More Lamar
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) rushes against the New York Giants in the first half at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022.
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Lamar Jackson is 6-2 all-time against NFC East opponents, totaling 16 touchdowns (12 passing, four rushing) with a 102.1 passer rating in his matchups vs. the division.
