Takeaways and observations from Ravens 35-10 win over Bills in Week 4
After earning their first win in Week 3, Baltimore took another big step and put the entire league on notice with a dominant 35-10 victory over the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday night in front of a raucous crowd.
Overall, Baltimore allowed 237 yards on 57 offensive plays and held the Bills to 3-13 on third downs.
For the Ravens offense, it was all about the running backs as Derrick Henry logged 24 carries for 199 yards (8.3 avg) and one rushing touchdown. Henry also had a receiving touchdown. His running mate, Justice Hill, had six catches for 78 yards and a receiving touchdown.
Ravens defense
Sep 29, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) rushes during the first half against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Zach Orr’s unit held Buffalo to 237 total yards despite the Bills running 57 offensive plays to the Ravens 54. Baltimore had over 200 more yards of total offense and held the Bills to 3-13 on third downs and 4.2 yards per play.
Kyle Van Noy
Sep 29, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy (53) strips the ball from Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) while attempting to pass the ball during the third quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Kyle Van Noy has two sacks in three straight games and finished with two tackles, two tackles for loss, and two QB hits.
Lamar Jackson
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 29: Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens warms up prior to the game against the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium on September 29, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
Jackson made plays with his arms and legs, amassing 156 yards passing, 54 yards rushing, and three touchdowns on the night.
Ravens pass rush
Sep 29, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) passes the ball under pressure from Baltimore Ravens linebacker Odafe Oweh (99) during the second quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Baltimore sacked Josh Allen three times, and finished the night with eight QB hits.
Ravens offensive line
Sep 29, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) carries the ball en route to a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills during the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
The Ravens’ offensive line has faced significant scrutiny, but with one starter ruled out, Baltimore carved 271 rushing yards on the night.