Takeaways from Ravens 41-31 win over the Buccaneers in Week 7
Baltimore amassed 508 yards of total offense on Monday night but had a dominant performance ruined as the defense allowed over 430 yards of offense for Tampa. Even with the collapse, the Ravens are 5-2 and a Super Bowl favorite after a 41-31 win over the Buccaneers.
With preparation for the Browns in Week 8 set to begin, here are takeaways and observations from the big win.
Justice Hills can’t be replaced
Oct 21, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill (43) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
Derrick Henry is looking for a 2,000-yard season, but Hill has a unique and necessary role for the Ravens. The running back logged five carries for four yards but did his most damage in the passing game. Hill logged three catches for 44 yards (14.7 avg) and one touchdown.
Mark Andrews is back
TAMPA, FLORIDA – OCTOBER 21: Mark Andrews #89 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates with Lamar Jackson #8 after catching a pass for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on October 21, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Andrew has been quiet over the past few weeks but responded with two touchdowns on Monday night.
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Todd Monken
Oct 13, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) greets offensive coordinator Todd Monken prior to the game against the Washington Commanders at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images
Monken is starting to hit his groove after a rough patch during Baltimore’s 0-2 start. The Ravens amassed 508 total yards and had a run-pass ratio of 30-22 in favor of the running game. Monken has the Ravens playing explosive football while allowing Lamar Jackson to be his most efficient self.
Ravens pass rush
TAMPA, FLORIDA – OCTOBER 21: Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lines up under center during the first quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at Raymond James Stadium on October 21, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
Baltimore sacked Baker Mayfield thrice on the night, but Tampa was still 11-17 on third downs.
Lamar Jackson is dominant
TAMPA, FLORIDA – OCTOBER 21: Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens signals at the line during the first quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on October 21, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
Jackson finished the night 17-of-22 for 281 yards and five touchdown passes. Jackson also logged Nine carries for 52 yards.
