The Jacksonville Jaguars weathered the storm in Baltimore, and the Ravens had no answer for the elements or Anthony Campanile’s defense. In a rainy Thursday night showdown, Jacksonville completely shut out Baltimore, turning a bad road environment into a blowout victory.
Here’s everything you need to know from Jacksonville’s Week 9 33-10 road win against the Baltimore Ravens.
Mr. Consensus Boards, tight end Nate Boerkircher, who quickly adjusted to Trevor Lawrence’s extended scrimmage, was exactly what Jacksonville needed to get the game going early.
Jacksonville’s offense opened the matchup with back-to-back scoring drives: an opening 7-play, 77-yard drive capped by a one-yard Bhayshul Tuten score, followed by a 10-play, 47-yard drive that ended with a 36-yard Cam Little attempt to preserve a seven-point lead. Ravens third-string quarterback Joe Fagnano, in his first NFL start, clearly played second fiddle to running back Derek Henry early on Baltimore’s rainy night. With the Ravens leaning on a package of Wildcat offense, read options, and quick game offense, the Baltimore offense played a disciplined, ball control, first half offense. However, the offensive limitations are clear. Anthony Campanile’s defense held Baltimore to 2 of 6 on third down (30%) averaging 3.3 yards per play.
However, the Baltimore defensive dam finally broke with an explosive, 50-yard touchdown, as Lawrence found Parker Washington streaking up the middle to start the rout.
QB Trevor Lawrence finished the half 9/15 for 197 yards and a touchdown (126.4 passer rating), while RB Bhayshul Tuten had 8 carries for 22 yards and a touchdown. Later in the half, Jacksonville’s defense continued their early dominance, forcing the game’s first turnover in the series, as Montaric Brown caught a diving throw from Fagnano, resulting in a 45-yard field goal.
Campanile’s defense refused to let up, getting another turnover on the next drive with Jourdan Lewis coming up with a diving interception.
With the game down, Jacksonville poured it on, with Jalen McLeod recovering a fumble on the ensuing kickoff, leading to a Chris Rodriguez touchdown. Linebacker Foye Oluokun had the lone sack of the game, while wide receiver Travis Hunter surrendered Jacksonville’s lone turnover, a third-quarter fumble. However, the defense held Baltimore scoreless following the turnover, returning it on downs.
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A blowout win with no injuries makes for a great, long weekend for Duval! What are your thoughts from tonight’s game, Jaguars fans? Let us know in the comments!