The Ravens allowed six points and forced two turnovers in Week 12's win over the Rams.

Analysis: The Ravens looked fantastic on defense, and it didn't hurt that their offense never put them in a tough position by dominating the time of possession. The trade for Marcus Peters keeps getting better, as he's snagged three interceptions, running two back for six, while allowing just 5.2 yard per target. He'll likely get a heavy dose of Emmanuel Sanders, who hasn't looked fully healthy over the last couple weeks with just four catches over the last two games. Still, the Ravens need to deal with…read more

The Ravens allowed seven points and 232 total yards in Week 11's win over the Texans.

Analysis: The Ravens' defense established itself among the elite with this performance, as it sacked Deshaun Watson six times and held him to 169 passing yards, no touchdowns and an interception. The pass rush showing life is definitely a positive sign, and the secondary did its part in coverage. This unit has a volatile value this week, while Brandin Cooks (concussion) and Robert Woods (personal) both have uncertain statuses. Goff has recorded 8.4 YPA at home this year, but there's a major ceiling for…read more

The Ravens forced three turnovers, running one back for a score, in Week 10's 49-13 win over the Bengals.

Analysis: The Ravens met expectations against rookie QB Ryan Finley by producing a superb fantasy outing, but they'll need to kick it up a gear against the daunting Texans and QB Deshaun Watson. Houston ranks third in the league in total offense (396.7 YPG) but has shown vulnerability with 11 turnovers. Still, Watson is an elite talent who can beat teams through the air and on the ground, and his five rushing scores are a main reason the Texans rank fifth in the league with a 65.7 red-zone touchdown…read more

The Ravens allowed 20 points and forced two turnovers against the Patriots in Week 9's win.

Analysis: The Ravens have been one of the top fantasy defenses over their last two games despite playing powerhouses (Seahawks and Patriots), as they've scored three defensive touchdowns. Of course, you can't count on defensive scores since they're so flaky, but the Ravens tightened up to keep the two teams to a combined 36 points. This game will be a bit easier against the Bengals, who will roll out Ryan Finley for his first career start. The Bengals' run game has been a disaster this year (3.2 YPC)…read more

The Ravens allowed 16 points and forced two turnovers, taking one back for a score, in Week 7's win over the Seahawks.

Analysis: The Ravens' acquisition of CB Marcus Peters paid off immediately, as he intercepted Russell Wilson's pass and took it for six. They've now had a week off to game plan for the Patriots, who have showed vulnerabilities against strong defenses such as the Bills and Browns. Some of the risk falls on Baltimore's offense, however, as if it turns the ball over, the defense could be left with unfavorable field position. Still, the Patriots don't have any game-changing receivers beside Julian Edelman,…read more

The Ravens acquired CB Marcus Peters from the Rams on Tuesday.

Analysis: Peters is considered a top-10 cornerback in the league, and he will surely strengthen the Ravens' secondary, which has allowed 8.1 YPA attempt this year -- 26th in the league. He'll play immediately against against the Seahawks on Sunday and start opposite Marlon Humphrey. The two will be tasked with shutting down Tyler Lockett and D.K. Metcalf, but the Ravens' secondary won't have to worry about Will Dissly (Achilles), who has four touchdowns to his name. The Seahawks still have a dedication…read more

The Ravens have allowed at least 23 points in three straight games.

Analysis: The Ravens' defense looked out of sorts against the Browns two weeks back, and it wasn't much better against the Steelers last week. Third time is the charm as they make their way around the division with the Bengals up next. The Bengals surpassed 20 points for their first time of the season in Week 5 against a putrid Cardinals' secondary, and it was the only game where they didn't turn the ball over. Their offensive front is banged up now, too, so the Ravens should be able to build on the nine…read more

The Ravens have allowed at least 33 points in two straight games.

Analysis: The Ravens were expected to allow a ton of points to the Chiefs in Week 3, but it was embarrassing to yield 40 points at home to be Browns. They'll get an easier matchup against the Steelers on Sunday. Steelers QB Mason Rudolph has managed games well thus far, but he hasn't shown an ability to throw downfield consistently. In Week 4 against the Bengals, 16 of his 24 completions were to running backs James Conner and Jaylen Samuels. Nevertheless, the Ravens struggle against running backs,…read more

CB Jimmy Smith is still dealing with a knee injury ahead of Week 4's game versus the Browns.

Analysis: The Ravens still got picked apart by Patrick Mahomes in Week 3, but they had decent damage control by allowing 33 points to the Chiefs. It was still an ugly fantasy stat line, though. The Ravens have only recorded seven sacks this season and haven't forced a turnover since the first game when they made three against the Dolphins. They surely have a chance to up that total against Baker Mayfield, who has been dropped 11 times and has thrown five picks compared to three touchdowns. Mayfield is…read more

CB Jimmy Smith is still dealing with a knee injury ahead of Week 4's game versus the Browns.

Analysis: The Ravens still got picked apart by Patrick Mahomes in Week 3, but they had decent damage control by allowing 33 points to the Chiefs. It was still an ugly fantasy stat line, though. The Ravens have only recorded seven sacks this season and haven't forced a turnover since the first game when they made three against the Dolphins. They surely have a chance to up that total against Baker Mayfield, who has been dropped 11 times and has thrown five picks compared to three touchdowns. Mayfield is…read more

CB Jimmy Smith (knee) isn't expected to play in Week 3's game versus the Chiefs.

Analysis: The Ravens were able to hold off the Cardinals' Air Raid offense in Week 2 without Smith, but they'll be hard-pressed to come close to that kind of performance against the Chiefs. QB Patrick Mahomes picked up right where he left off last year, already totaling 821 passing yards, seven touchdowns and zero interceptions. Frankly, it doesn't matter who he has to throw to, either, because WR Tyreek Hill (collarbone) has been replaced just fine by Mecole Hardman and Demarcus Robinson. This one's…read more

CB Jimmy Smith (knee) won't play in Week 2's game versus the Cardinals.

Analysis: The Ravens lost Smith early in Week 1's blowout win over the Dolphins, and they absorbed it fine. This will be a tougher test, however, as the Cardinals are more skilled and QB Kyler Murray tossed the ball 54 times in the season opener. Murray scrambled frequently, though, and he was dropped five times while also throwing an interception. The Ravens have a strong pass rush, and they'll look to follow the Lions' lead and force Murray into even more turnovers -- they forced the Dolphins into…read more

The Ravens enter Week 1's matchup versus the Dolphins fully healthy.

Analysis: The Dolphins are in complete rebuild mode -- they traded away WR Kenny Stills and starting LT Laremy Tunsil -- and the Ravens get the first chance to feast. Baltimore's defense allowed the second-fewest points per game (17.9) last season, but it lacked the turnover potential to make a potent fantasy defense. The offseason addition of ball hawk SS Earl Thomas should help that cause, although QB Ryan Fitzpatrick has had early-season success before (see Tampa Bay last year). Nevertheless, this…read more

The Ravens allowed only 112 yards in their preseason opener against the Jaguars.

Analysis: Baltimore finished 2018 with the top overall defense (292.9 YPG) and ranked second in scoring defense (17.9 PPG), and the unit carried its dominant performance into the preseason. The Ravens certainly have a different look in 2019 following the departures of C.J. Mosley, Terrell Suggs, Za'Darius Smith and Eric Weddle, but the arrival of Earl Thomas bolsters an already talent-laden secondary. Preseason Week 2 may feature a more difficult test versus the Packers since QB Aaron Rodgers is expected…read more

The Ravens rank first in the league in total defense (284.1 YPG) and scoring defense (17.5 PPG) entering their Week 17 matchup against the Browns.

Analysis: The Ravens are coming off a fantastic performance against the Chargers in Week 16 in which they allowed less than 200 yards of offense, surrendered 10 points and forced three turnovers against one of the better offenses in the AFC. Cleveland came out on top by a 12-9 margin in the previous matchup, but that was prior to the firing of Browns head coach Hue Jackson and was at a time the Ravens still featured Joe Flacco as their starting quarterback. The Browns have flashed serious potential…read more

The Ravens enter Saturday's game against the Chargers ranked first in the NFL in total defense (290.2 YPG) and scoring defense (18.1 PPG).

Analysis: Baltimore held Tampa Bay to 241 yards of offense and 12 points in Week 15, but have a much more challenging opponent awaiting them in Los Angeles. The Chargers expect to get Melvin Gordon back from a three-game absence, though top WR Keenan Allen's (hip) status is less certain. Regardless, the Chargers have been one of the more consistent offenses in the NFL, as they rank fourth in scoring (28.2 PPG) and sixth in total offense (392.0 YPG), while also committing the second-fewest giveaways (12).…read more

The Ravens surrendered a season-high 442 yards during Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: It was just the second time all season Baltimore was gashed for 400-plus yards over four quarters. The result wasn't unexpected, however, as Kansas City has seemingly bulldozed every defense in its line of sight. The Ravens have a chance to cleanse themselves of the rough day with the Buccaneers up next. Tampa Bay is one of the league's better offenses (second in total offense, 10th in scoring offense) but the Buccaneers have proven vulnerable to stronger defenses this season. Baltimore…read more

Ravens safety Tony Jefferson is nursing an ankle injury ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Analysis: Jefferson's availability remains a primary concern for the Ravens as they prep for the juggernaut offense that awaits. It'll be Kansas City's first game following the dismal of Kareem Hunt, but loaded with weapons in every which direction, the Chiefs will be just fine from a talent standpoint. Baltimore's defense had quietly emerged as a top tier unit earlier this year, but strong performances week after week has brought about more exposure. John Harbaugh's defense ranks as the league's No. 1…read more

The Ravens enter Week 13's tilt against the Falcons with the league's top-ranked total defense (295.4 YPG).

Analysis: Much speculation has been made of John Harbaugh's potential breakup with Baltimore following the season, but there has been no debate as to how great the Ravens' defense has been this year. While Baltimore doesn't necessarily flood television sets with households names, the Ravens' defensive unit has ascended atop the defensive hierarchy thus far. Over their last two games, the Ravens have held AFC opponents to below 22 points and have done so seven times this season. Sunday's game against…read more

The Ravens head into their Week 12 matchup against the Raiders ranked first in the NFL in yards (300.0 YPG) and points allowed (18.1 PPG).

Analysis: Baltimore had a relatively dominant performance against Cincinnati in Week 11 as they held the Bengals to 255 yards of offense, though they failed to force a turnover and recorded only one sack. Meanwhile, the Raiders are averaging only 17 PPG and have struggled offensively all season -- but especially of late -- since they have scored single digits in two of the last three games. Numerous injuries to their skill position groups leave quarterback Derek Carr even fewer weapons than he began the…read more