Instant analysis of Ravens 29-24 loss to the Browns in Week 8
Baltimore (5-3) is again searching for answers after a 29-24 loss to Cleveland in Week 8 at Huntington Bank Field. The Browns (2-6) played inspired football and won victorious for the first time since a Week 2 win over the 2-6 Jacksonville Jaguars.
With preparation for the Broncos set to begin, here’s an instant analysis of the shocking loss.
Jameis Winston outplayed Lamar
Oct 27, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston (5) throws the ball against the Baltimore Ravens during the second quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
Winston finished 27 of 41 for 334 yards in his first start since Sept. 25, 2022, for New Orleans. The 30-year-old took over the reins of Cleveland’s offense this week after Deshaun Watson suffered a season-ending Achilles tendon rupture a week ago. MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson completed 23 of 38 passes for 289 yards and two touchdowns.
Browns offense without Deshaun Watson
Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston (5) has a pass tipped by Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Broderick Washington (96) during the first half of an NFL football game at Huntington Bank Field, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Jameis Winston finished 27 of 41 for 334 yards and no interceptions while connecting on big plays with Cedric Tillman that Watson could not manifest while in the lineup.
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Marcus Williams
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 13: Brandon Stephens #21 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates with teammate Marcus Williams #32 after breaking up a third down pass against the Washington Commanders during the second quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
It’s unknown if any injury occurred, but Williams was benched on Sunday, ceding snaps to Eddie Jackson and Ar’Darius Washington. Head coach John Harbaugh stated that Williams was working through some things. Williams has struggled this season, and entering Week 8, he was among the lowest-graded safeties in the NFL, allowing 16.3 yards per catch and a 143.9 passer rating allowed in coverage.
Zach Orr
CLEVELAND, OHIO – OCTOBER 27: Jameis Winston #5 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates after his team’s 29-24 win against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field on October 27, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
The Ravens first-year defensive coordinator will again face questions after allowing 22 passing first downs, 8-15 on third downs and 401 yards to a team that hadn’t scored 20 points this season, and had a quarterback starting his first game since 2022.
Kyle Hamilton
CLEVELAND, OHIO – OCTOBER 27: Kyle Hamilton #14 of the Baltimore Ravens fails to intercept a pass intended for Elijah Moore #8 of the Cleveland Browns in the fourth quarter of a game at Huntington Bank Field on October 27, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Hamilton had ten tackles, one sack, one tackle for loss, two passes defended, and two QB hits, but he’ll remember and regret a dropped interception before Winston’s go-ahead touchdown.
