7/26/2023 0 Comments Pats ravens play by playJakobi Meyers has led the way the last two weeks, and Damiere Byrd has been quietly effective when called upon, but N'Keal Harry (concussion) and Julian Edelman IR, knee) have missed the last two games and the Patriots passing game hasn't been overly impressive even when healthy. ![]() That group should be able to contain the Patriots thinning ranks at receiver. Terrell Dorsey took his place in Indy, but Humphrey is expected be cleared to return for the Patriots game. Corners Jimmy Smith and Marcus Peters are normally joined by Marlon Humphrey, but the latter missed the Colts game while dealing with COVID-19. The number per pass play (5.8) is even more impressive, ranking second. The Ravens have been pretty stout all season, however.īaltimore's secondary has played well also as the Ravens rank 10th in the league, allowing 223 yards per game through the air. After a strong start to the season in that regard, Newton has been largely quiet over the past month and hasn't taken off on as many designed runs as he was previously, although he did find the end zone twice Monday night. Getting Cam Newton involved on the ground may also be an avenue for Patriots success. Either way the ground production will need to continue if the Patriots are to pull off the upset. If he can't go perhaps Sony Michel will be activated off IR to take his spot. Harris is coming off back-to-back strong outings but was forced out of the Jets game with a chest injury. The Patriots obviously want to establish the run game with Damien Harris and Rex Burkhead, which has been their calling card in recent weeks. When healthy, the Ravens allow just over 100 yards per game on the ground, which is good for eighth in the league. Fort (finger) missed the Colts win but could return against New England. ![]() Fort, Chris Board, Malik Harrison and rookie Patrick Queen. They do a great job of protecting the linebackers, which include L.J. Justin Madubuike will likely take his place. The Ravens front of Derek Wolfe, Brandon Williams and Calais Campbell is excellent, although Campbell strained a calf muscle in the win over Indy on Sunday and will miss the Patriots game. ![]() Baltimore may not have the scary type of defense it once did, but the current version is pretty solid in its own right.
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