The Cincinnati Bengals tried everything, but were unable to convert their last touchdown of the game for two points and lost by a score of 35 to 34 against the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night.
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In the loss, quarterback Joe Burrow had a strong game with 428 passing yards and four touchdown passes, despite constant pressure from the Ravens’ defensive front. He was also brought down to the ground three times during the match.
His favorite target, wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, had an exceptional night of work with gains of 264 yards on 11 receptions and three touchdowns. He notably scored two touchdowns over distances of more than 67 yards.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was not left out either. He completed nearly 76% of his passes for 290 yards and four touchdowns.
He distributed the ball very well, targeting nine different receivers during the game. Receiver Tylan Wallace scored with an 84-yard touchdown run in the third quarter that allowed the Ravens to close the gap 21-20. Tight end Mark Andrews and receiver Rashod Bateman also crossed the end zone for Baltimore .
With this victory, the Ravens improve their record to 7-3. For their part, the Bengals suffered a sixth defeat in 10 games.
