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The Baltimore Ravens edged past the Los Angeles Chargers with a 30-23 victory during a thrilling Monday Night Football matchup. Despite a shaky start, the Ravens overcame a 10-point deficit and showcased their versatility on both sides of the ball.
Quarterback Lamar Jackson demonstrated resilience, finishing with 177 passing yards and two touchdowns after an uneven opening. Running back Justice Hill made a significant impact with a game-sealing 51-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. Meanwhile, Gus Edwards contributed a late touchdown to keep the game within reach for the Chargers, though their rally ultimately fell short.
The Ravens’ defense played a pivotal role, stifling Justin Herbert and the Chargers’ offense during crucial moments. Cornerback Nate Wiggins was particularly effective, recording six tackles and breaking up key passes to halt Los Angeles drives.
The Chargers had flashes of brilliance, including a strong performance by Herbert, but penalties and missed opportunities plagued their efforts. Despite a late touchdown narrowing the gap, they couldn’t recover the onside kick with under a minute left, sealing the Ravens’ win.
With this victory, Baltimore improved to 9-3 and solidified their lead in the AFC North, while the Chargers dropped to 5-7, putting their playoff hopes in jeopardy. Next, the Ravens face a tough test against the Philadelphia Eagles, who are riding a seven-game winning streak.
Sources: NFL.com, Sporting News, ESPN.
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