Joe Burrow Leads Bengals to 32-14 Victory Over Ravens
The Cincinnati Bengals made a significant move in their pursuit of the playoffs with a commanding 32-14 victory over the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night. This win marked an important step for the Bengals as they aim to turn their season around.
Joe Burrow’s Performance
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow showcased his skills, completing 24 of 46 passes for 261 yards. He threw two touchdown passes, both in the third quarter. Burrow connected with Tanner Hudson for a 14-yard touchdown and later found Andrei Iosivas for another scoring play, extending Cincinnati’s lead.
Key Statistics
- Burrow’s completions: 24 of 46
- Total yards: 261
- Touchdowns: 2
- Interceptions: 0
- Evan McPherson’s field goals: 6 (from distances of 31, 42, 24, 33, 52, and 41 yards)
- Turnovers forced: 5 (including 2 fumbles and 1 interception)
Defensive Highlights
The Bengals’ defense played a crucial role in securing the win. They forced five turnovers from the Ravens, including two fumbles by quarterback Lamar Jackson. Baltimore’s tight end Isaiah Likely also contributed to the turnover count by fumbling just before the goal line.
Ravens’ Struggles
Lamar Jackson completed 17 of 32 passes for 246 yards but struggled with turnovers. He had two lost fumbles and one interception, marking a challenging stretch for him as he has now gone three consecutive regular-season games without a touchdown pass.
Upcoming Matches
- Bengals Record: 4-8
- Next Game: Against the Buffalo Bills in Week 14
- Ravens Record: 6-6
- Next Game: Hosting Pittsburgh Steelers
The Bengals may still have a path to the postseason, but they need to capitalize on their upcoming games. The rivalry between Baltimore and Pittsburgh in the AFC North will intensify as both teams seek crucial victories in the coming weeks.
