Detroit Lions vs Baltimore Ravens Match Player Stats
The detroit lions vs baltimore ravens match player stats from NFL Week 3 tell the story of a game that was far more competitive than the final eight-point margin suggests. Detroit defeated Baltimore 38-30 at M&T Bank Stadium on September 22, 2025, in a game that featured 467 combined passing yards, 309 combined rushing yards, seven Detroit sacks, seven total touchdowns through the air and a fourth quarter in which the Lions pulled away. (NFL)
The box score is especially interesting because Baltimore actually produced the stronger passing performance. Lamar Jackson completed 21 of 27 attempts for 288 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions, while Jared Goff completed 20 of 28 passes for 202 yards and one touchdown. Yet Detroit controlled the game with its rushing attack, producing 224 yards on the ground compared with Baltimore’s 85. (ESPN)
That contrast is the key to understanding this matchup.
Detroit did not need Goff to throw for 300 or 400 yards. Instead, the Lions consistently created favorable situations through David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs, protected the football well enough, and generated pressure against Jackson at critical moments. Montgomery finished with 151 rushing yards and two touchdowns, while Gibbs added 67 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Together, the pair accounted for 218 rushing yards and four touchdowns. (NFL)
Baltimore, meanwhile, received an excellent statistical performance from Jackson and a major contribution from tight end Mark Andrews. Andrews caught six passes for 91 yards and two touchdowns. Rashod Bateman added five receptions for 63 yards and a touchdown.
The result was a fascinating contrast between efficiency through the air and control on the ground.
Game Overview
The Lions entered the matchup at 1-1 and left Baltimore with a 2-1 record. The Ravens moved to 1-2 after the defeat. The official NFL game center confirms the 38-30 final score and Detroit’s 17-point fourth quarter. (NFL)
For the complete official game record, NFL Game Center provides the scoring sequence and game information.
Final Score by Quarter
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
| Detroit Lions | 7 | 7 | 7 | 17 | 38 |
| Baltimore Ravens | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 30 |
The first three quarters were remarkably balanced. Both teams scored seven points in each of them, sending the game into the fourth quarter tied at 21.
The decisive difference came in the final period.
Detroit scored 17 fourth-quarter points, including a 45-yard field goal from Jake Bates and a 31-yard touchdown run by Montgomery. Baltimore answered with a field goal and a late touchdown pass from Jackson to Andrews, but the Ravens could not complete the comeback. (ESPN)
Detroit Lions vs Baltimore Ravens Match Player Stats: Passing
Passing statistics provide one of the clearest examples of why a box score should never be judged from one category alone.
Jared Goff Passing Stats
| Statistic | Jared Goff |
| Completions | 20 |
| Attempts | 28 |
| Completion Rate | 71.4% |
| Passing Yards | 202 |
| Average | 7.2 |
| Touchdowns | 1 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Sacks | 0 |
| QBR | 71.7 |
| Passer Rating | 103.6 |
Goff completed 20 of 28 passes for 202 yards and one touchdown without throwing an interception. He was also not sacked. ESPN lists his passer rating at 103.6 and his QBR at 71.7. (ESPN)
On the surface, those numbers are not spectacular. In context, however, they were exactly what Detroit needed.
Goff’s biggest value in this matchup was efficiency. He avoided turnovers, moved the ball when necessary and allowed Detroit’s running game to remain the central feature of the offense.
The Lions also used Goff effectively on important downs. One of the most important completions of the night came late in the fourth quarter when he connected with Amon-Ra St. Brown for 20 yards on fourth-and-2 from Detroit’s own 49-yard line. The conversion kept the clock moving and helped set up Montgomery’s decisive touchdown. (ESPN)
That play demonstrates an important part of Goff’s performance that a basic passing table cannot fully capture.
He did not have to dominate the statistical volume. He had to make the right throw when Detroit needed one.
Lamar Jackson Passing Stats
| Statistic | Lamar Jackson |
| Completions | 21 |
| Attempts | 27 |
| Completion Rate | 77.8% |
| Passing Yards | 288 |
| Average | 10.7 |
| Touchdowns | 3 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Sacks | 7 |
| Sack Yards | 55 |
| QBR | 73.5 |
| Passer Rating | 148.1 |
Jackson produced the more explosive passing line.
He completed 21 of 27 attempts for 288 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions. His 148.1 passer rating was significantly higher than Goff’s 103.6. (ESPN)
The problem for Baltimore was what happened when Jackson was pressured.
Detroit recorded seven sacks, costing Baltimore 55 passing yards. That pressure mattered because it changed the efficiency of otherwise successful Baltimore possessions. Jackson could produce big plays when given time, but Detroit repeatedly disrupted the pocket.
This is one of the most important lessons from the matchup. A quarterback can have an outstanding passing line and still have his offense limited by pressure.
Jackson’s three touchdown passes all demonstrated his ability to create explosive scoring opportunities. He connected with Bateman for a three-yard score, Andrews for a 14-yard touchdown and Andrews again for a 27-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter. (ESPN)
Yet Detroit’s pass rush repeatedly forced Baltimore into difficult situations.
Derrick Henry Passing
Henry also appeared in the Baltimore passing statistics.
He attempted one pass but did not complete it. His passing line was 0 of 1 for zero yards with no touchdown and no interception.
That was a small part of the overall game, but it is included in the official passing statistics.
Detroit’s Rushing Attack Was the Game’s Defining Statistical Advantage
If one statistic explains the final result better than almost any other, it is rushing production.
Detroit rushed for 224 yards on 38 attempts, averaging 5.9 yards per carry. Baltimore managed 85 rushing yards on 19 attempts, averaging 4.5 yards per carry. (ESPN)
That created a 139-yard advantage on the ground.
David Montgomery
| Statistic | David Montgomery |
| Carries | 12 |
| Rushing Yards | 151 |
| Average | 12.6 |
| Touchdowns | 2 |
| Long Run | 72 yards |
Montgomery was the statistical standout of the rushing attack.
He carried the ball only 12 times but gained 151 yards. His 12.6 yards-per-carry average was extraordinary, and he scored twice.
His 72-yard long run was the biggest rushing play of the night, while his 31-yard touchdown run with 1:42 remaining in the fourth quarter effectively put Detroit in control. (ESPN)
Montgomery’s performance was also important because Detroit did not have to rely on a high-volume workload from one running back.
That is where the combination with Gibbs becomes significant.
Jahmyr Gibbs
| Statistic | Jahmyr Gibbs |
| Carries | 22 |
| Rushing Yards | 67 |
| Average | 3.0 |
| Touchdowns | 2 |
| Long Run | 9 yards |
| Receptions | 5 |
| Receiving Yards | 32 |
Gibbs had a very different rushing profile.
He carried 22 times for 67 yards and two touchdowns. His 3.0 yards per carry was much lower than Montgomery’s 12.6, but his volume helped keep the Detroit offense balanced.
Gibbs scored Detroit’s opening touchdown on a one-yard run and added another four-yard touchdown early in the fourth quarter. (ESPN)
The important point is that Gibbs did not need to produce huge gains on every carry. His workload kept pressure on the Baltimore defense and allowed Montgomery to attack with fewer carries.
NFL analysis noted that Montgomery and Gibbs combined for 218 rushing yards and four touchdowns. (NFL)
Jared Goff Rushing
Goff also recorded four rushing attempts for six yards.
His rushing contribution was minimal statistically, but Detroit’s overall rushing total remained dominant because of its running backs.
Detroit Team Rushing
| Statistic | Lions |
| Attempts | 38 |
| Yards | 224 |
| Average | 5.9 |
| Touchdowns | 4 |
| Long | 72 yards |
Four rushing touchdowns gave Detroit a clear path to scoring without requiring a high-volume passing attack.
Baltimore Ravens Rushing Stats
Baltimore’s rushing production was much lower.
Derrick Henry
| Statistic | Derrick Henry |
| Carries | 12 |
| Rushing Yards | 50 |
| Average | 4.2 |
| Touchdown | 1 |
| Long | 28 yards |
Henry led Baltimore in rushing with 50 yards on 12 carries.
He also scored Baltimore’s first touchdown on a 28-yard run.
However, his night included a costly fumble that Detroit recovered. ESPN’s recap specifically identified Henry’s fumble as a significant problem for Baltimore. (ESPN)
Lamar Jackson Rushing
Jackson carried seven times for 35 yards, averaging 5.0 yards per attempt.
His rushing ability remained an important part of Baltimore’s offensive identity, but Detroit’s defensive pressure limited how freely Baltimore could build its rushing game around him.
Baltimore Team Rushing
| Statistic | Ravens |
| Attempts | 19 |
| Yards | 85 |
| Average | 4.5 |
| Touchdowns | 1 |
| Long | 28 yards |
The difference between 224 Detroit rushing yards and 85 Baltimore rushing yards is one of the strongest statistical explanations for the result.
Receiving Statistics
The receiving numbers tell a different story from the rushing numbers.
Baltimore actually generated more receiving yards despite losing the game.
The Ravens recorded 288 receiving yards, while Detroit had 202. (ESPN)
Detroit Receiving Leaders
| Player | Rec. | Yards | Avg. | TD | Long | Targets |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | 7 | 77 | 11.0 | 1 | 20 | 8 |
| Jameson Williams | 2 | 43 | 21.5 | 0 | 24 | 3 |
| Sam LaPorta | 4 | 33 | 8.3 | 0 | 14 | 4 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | 5 | 32 | 6.4 | 0 | 9 | 6 |
| David Montgomery | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | 0 | 13 | 1 |
| Kalif Raymond | 1 | 4 | 4.0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| Isaac TeSlaa | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Amon-Ra St. Brown
St. Brown was Detroit’s leading receiver with seven catches for 77 yards and a touchdown on eight targets.
His 18-yard touchdown reception from Goff in the third quarter tied the game at 21. (ESPN)
His late fourth-quarter reception was even more important from a game-management perspective. Goff found St. Brown for 20 yards on fourth-and-2, allowing Detroit to extend a crucial drive before Montgomery’s touchdown. (ESPN)
This is a useful example of why receiving impact should not be measured only by total yards.
A player can have a modest statistical total and still make one of the most important plays of the game.
Jameson Williams
Williams caught two passes for 43 yards.
His 21.5 yards per reception led Detroit’s main receiving options, showing the vertical element he added to the offense.
Even with only three targets, Williams averaged more than 20 yards every time he made a catch.
Sam LaPorta
LaPorta finished with four receptions for 33 yards.
He was not Detroit’s biggest statistical weapon, but his four catches contributed to the offense’s ability to distribute the ball instead of relying entirely on St. Brown.
Jahmyr Gibbs as a Receiver
Gibbs added five receptions for 32 yards.
When his rushing and receiving numbers are combined, Gibbs contributed 99 yards from scrimmage.
That makes his overall offensive contribution more significant than his 67 rushing yards alone suggest.
Baltimore Receiving Leaders
| Player | Rec. | Yards | Avg. | TD | Long | Targets |
| Mark Andrews | 6 | 91 | 15.2 | 2 | 27 | 6 |
| Rashod Bateman | 5 | 63 | 12.6 | 1 | 20 | 7 |
| Justice Hill | 3 | 45 | 15.0 | 0 | 37 | 4 |
| Devontez Walker | 1 | 34 | 34.0 | 0 | 34 | 1 |
| Charlie Kolar | 2 | 22 | 11.0 | 0 | 15 | 3 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | 0 | 13 | 2 |
| Zay Flowers | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 0 | 7 | 3 |
| Derrick Henry | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | 0 | 7 | 1 |
| Tylan Wallace | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Mark Andrews
Andrews was Baltimore’s most productive receiver.
He caught six passes for 91 yards and two touchdowns.
His first touchdown came in the third quarter on a 14-yard reception, while his second came with only 29 seconds remaining in the game on a 27-yard pass from Jackson. (ESPN)
The late touchdown reduced Detroit’s lead to eight points, but Baltimore’s two-point attempt failed.
Andrews therefore produced one of the best receiving performances of the game even though Baltimore did not win.
Rashod Bateman
Bateman caught five passes for 63 yards and a touchdown.
His touchdown came late in the second quarter, tying the game at 14 before halftime. (ESPN)
His production gave Baltimore another reliable option alongside Andrews.
Justice Hill
Hill caught three passes for 45 yards.
His 37-yard reception was particularly important because it gave Baltimore a significant chunk play during the late fourth-quarter drive.
Defensive Statistics
The defensive numbers are where Detroit’s victory becomes especially clear.
| Statistic | Detroit | Baltimore |
| Total Tackles | 55 | 77 |
| Solo Tackles | 41 | 40 |
| Sacks | 7 | 0 |
| Tackles for Loss | 6 | 4 |
| Passes Defended | 2 | 1 |
| QB Hits | 7 | 6 |
| Defensive TDs | 0 | 0 |
| Interceptions | 0 | 0 |
Baltimore recorded more total tackles, but Detroit generated the most important defensive statistic: seven sacks.
The Ravens did not record a sack of Goff.
That contrast is significant.
Detroit’s offensive line kept Goff clean while the Lions‘ defensive front repeatedly reached Jackson. The result was a 7-0 advantage in sacks. (ESPN)
Why the Seven Sacks Mattered
Jackson’s passing numbers were excellent before considering the pressure.
He threw for 288 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions.
But seven sacks created lost yardage, disrupted drives and forced Baltimore to repeatedly recover from negative plays.
The Lions therefore succeeded without intercepting Jackson.
That is an important defensive lesson from the game. Turnovers are not the only way to disrupt a quarterback. Pressure can have a similar effect by creating long-yardage situations and reducing offensive consistency.
Turnovers and Ball Security
Neither team intercepted a pass.
Detroit recorded one team fumble, while Baltimore recorded two.
Detroit’s official team statistics show one fumble and one lost fumble, while Baltimore had two fumbles and one lost. (ESPN)
The biggest individual mistake came from Henry, whose fumble was recovered by Detroit.
That turnover did not tell the entire story of the game, but it added to Baltimore’s margin for error in a matchup decided by relatively small differences.
Special Teams Statistics
Detroit Kicking
Jake Bates finished 1 of 2 on field goals.
He made a 45-yard field goal and converted all five extra-point attempts for eight total points.
Baltimore Kicking
Tyler Loop made his only field-goal attempt from 41 yards and converted all three extra points.
He finished with six points.
Punting
Detroit’s Jack Fox punted three times for 146 yards, averaging 48.7 yards per punt.
Baltimore’s Jordan Stout punted three times for 157 yards, averaging 52.3 yards per punt.
Stout also recorded two punts inside the 20.
Kick Returns
Detroit’s return team recorded four kick returns for 110 yards.
Jacob Saylors had three returns for 80 yards, while Kalif Raymond added one return for 30 yards.
Baltimore’s Rasheen Ali returned four kicks for 105 yards, averaging 26.3 yards per return.
Neither team returned a kickoff for a touchdown.
The Statistical Story Behind Detroit’s Win
The easiest way to understand this game is to separate it into three battles.
1. Baltimore Won the Passing Production Battle
Jackson threw for 288 yards compared with Goff’s 202.
Baltimore also recorded 288 receiving yards.
From a pure passing perspective, the Ravens produced more.
2. Detroit Won the Ground Game
Detroit rushed for 224 yards.
Baltimore rushed for only 85.
That 139-yard difference was enormous.
Detroit also scored four rushing touchdowns compared with Baltimore’s one.
3. Detroit Won the Pressure Battle
The Lions recorded seven sacks.
The Ravens recorded zero.
That is the combination that ultimately explains the result.
Baltimore could move the football through the air, but Detroit was able to create enough pressure and enough rushing production to control the overall shape of the game.
Why David Montgomery’s 151-Yard Game Was So Important
Montgomery’s 151 rushing yards deserve special attention because they came on only 12 attempts.
That means his average was not built through a huge number of short runs.
He had multiple explosive gains, including a 72-yard run, and later delivered a 31-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. (ESPN)
The 31-yard touchdown was especially damaging because it came after Detroit converted a fourth down near midfield.
The sequence combined several elements of Detroit’s offensive approach:
- Run the football effectively.
- Force Baltimore to respect the ground game.
- Convert a critical third or fourth down when needed.
- Finish the drive with a physical run.
That sequence made Detroit’s offensive efficiency more important than its total passing volume.
Why Lamar Jackson’s 288 Passing Yards Were Not Enough
Jackson’s statistical performance would normally be associated with an explosive offensive night.
- He completed nearly 78 percent of his passes.
- He averaged 10.7 yards per attempt.
- He threw three touchdowns.
- He did not throw an interception.
Yet the Ravens still lost by eight.
The explanation is the seven sacks and the disparity in rushing production.
Baltimore’s offense was productive when it stayed on schedule. Detroit’s defense was effective at creating negative plays that changed that rhythm.
Jackson was also forced to operate under pressure throughout the game.
This produced an unusual statistical profile: Baltimore had the better quarterback passing line, but Detroit had the more effective overall offensive structure.
Amon-Ra St. Brown’s Hidden Importance
St. Brown’s 77 receiving yards do not immediately jump off the page compared with Jackson’s 288 passing yards or Montgomery’s 151 rushing yards.
But his eight targets represented nearly one-third of Detroit’s 26 team targets.
He caught seven of those eight passes.
His touchdown tied the game at 21, and his 20-yard fourth-down catch helped keep alive the drive that produced Montgomery’s decisive touchdown. (ESPN)
That combination of volume and situational importance made St. Brown one of the most important pieces of Detroit’s offensive performance.
Mark Andrews Delivered Under Pressure
Andrews provides the opposite example.
His six receptions for 91 yards and two touchdowns were outstanding.
He scored Baltimore’s final touchdown with 29 seconds left, bringing the Ravens within one possession. (ESPN)
Baltimore then attempted a two-point conversion but failed.
Andrews therefore finished with one of the strongest individual offensive lines on either team, but his production could not overcome the defensive and rushing disadvantages.
The Fourth Quarter Changed Everything
The first three quarters ended with identical scoring totals for both teams.
That makes the fourth quarter especially important.
Detroit scored:
- A Jahmyr Gibbs rushing touchdown
- A Jake Bates field goal
- A David Montgomery rushing touchdown
Baltimore scored:
- A Tyler Loop field goal
- A Mark Andrews receiving touchdown
Detroit’s 17 points against Baltimore’s nine produced the final eight-point margin. (NFL)
The late stages also showed Detroit’s ability to close.
After Baltimore cut the deficit to 28-24, Detroit responded with a field goal and then Montgomery’s 31-yard touchdown run.
Baltimore’s late Andrews touchdown made the final score closer, but the Lions were already in position to control the ending.
What the Match Player Stats Reveal
The deeper lesson from the detroit lions vs baltimore ravens match player stats is that individual numbers need to be interpreted within the structure of the game.
Detroit’s formula
Detroit’s statistical formula was:
- 224 rushing yards
- Four rushing touchdowns
- Zero interceptions thrown
- Zero sacks allowed
- Seven defensive sacks
- 38 total points
That is an extremely efficient combination.
Baltimore’s formula
Baltimore’s formula was:
- 288 passing yards
- Three passing touchdowns
- 85 rushing yards
- Seven sacks allowed
- One lost fumble
- 30 total points
The Ravens generated plenty of explosive offense, but the negative plays and weaker rushing production created a difficult path to victory.
Most Significant Individual Performances
David Montgomery
Montgomery finished with 151 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries.
His 72-yard long run and 31-yard fourth-quarter touchdown were defining plays.
Jahmyr Gibbs
Gibbs contributed 67 rushing yards, two rushing touchdowns, five receptions and 32 receiving yards.
His combined workload gave Detroit another way to maintain offensive pressure.
Lamar Jackson
Jackson produced 288 passing yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions.
His statistical efficiency through the air was excellent, but seven sacks limited Baltimore’s offensive consistency.
Mark Andrews
Andrews recorded six receptions for 91 yards and two touchdowns.
He was Baltimore’s leading receiver and accounted for two of Jackson’s three touchdown passes.
Amon-Ra St. Brown
St. Brown caught seven passes for 77 yards and one touchdown.
His late fourth-quarter reception on fourth down was especially important.
Team Statistical Comparison
| Category | Detroit Lions | Baltimore Ravens |
| Final Score | 38 | 30 |
| Passing Yards | 202 | 288 |
| Rushing Yards | 224 | 85 |
| Total Offensive Yards | 426 | 373 |
| Passing TDs | 1 | 3 |
| Rushing TDs | 4 | 1 |
| Sacks Made | 7 | 0 |
| Sacks Allowed | 0 | 7 |
| Interceptions Thrown | 0 | 0 |
| Fumbles | 1 | 2 |
| Fumbles Lost | 1 | 1 |
The total offensive yardage difference was smaller than the final score might suggest.
Detroit produced 426 total yards, while Baltimore generated 373.
That is a difference of only 53 yards.
The more revealing categories were rushing touchdowns and sacks.
Detroit scored four rushing touchdowns and allowed no sacks.
Baltimore scored one rushing touchdown and surrendered seven sacks.
Those are high-impact plays that can change field position, scoring opportunities and drive success without necessarily creating a massive total-yardage gap.
What Fantasy Football Players Can Learn From the Box Score
Although fantasy scoring systems vary, this game provides several useful statistical takeaways.
Montgomery’s 151 rushing yards and two touchdowns made him one of the biggest fantasy performers of the matchup.
Gibbs also benefited from touchdown volume and receiving work. His five receptions added value beyond his 67 rushing yards.
Jackson’s three touchdown passes and 288 passing yards provided a strong fantasy passing performance, although the seven sacks and lost yardage would affect formats that account for sack yardage.
Andrews’ six catches, 91 yards and two touchdowns made him another major fantasy contributor.
St. Brown’s seven receptions, 77 yards and touchdown gave him a strong receiving line despite Detroit’s relatively modest passing total.
The broader fantasy lesson is simple: volume and touchdown opportunities must be evaluated together. A receiver on a lower-volume passing offense can still have a strong fantasy game if his target share and scoring opportunities are high.
What the Stats Mean for Understanding the Game
The final score alone says Detroit won 38-30.
The player statistics explain how.
Detroit created its advantage through physical rushing production, clean quarterback protection and a disruptive pass rush.
Baltimore created its offense through efficient quarterback play and explosive receiving production.
The difference was consistency.
Detroit could score without relying entirely on Goff.
The Lions could use Gibbs as both a runner and receiver, Montgomery as a power and explosive runner, and St. Brown as a reliable receiving option.
Baltimore had explosive passing production, but the offense paid a substantial price whenever Detroit’s pass rush reached Jackson.
This is why the detroit lions vs baltimore ravens match player stats are more revealing when viewed as a connected system rather than a collection of isolated numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Detroit Lions vs Baltimore Ravens game?
The Detroit Lions defeated the Baltimore Ravens 38-30 in Week 3 of the 2025 NFL season. Detroit scored 17 points in the fourth quarter to secure the road victory. (NFL)
How many yards did David Montgomery rush for?
David Montgomery rushed for 151 yards on 12 carries and scored two touchdowns. His longest run was 72 yards. (ESPN)
How many passing yards did Lamar Jackson have?
Lamar Jackson completed 21 of 27 passes for 288 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions. He was also sacked seven times for 55 yards. (ESPN)
How many sacks did the Detroit Lions record?
Detroit recorded seven sacks against Baltimore. The Ravens did not record a sack against Jared Goff. (ESPN)
Who was Baltimore’s leading receiver?
Mark Andrews led Baltimore with six receptions for 91 yards and two touchdowns. (ESPN)
How many rushing yards did the Lions have?
Detroit rushed for 224 yards on 38 attempts, averaging 5.9 yards per carry and scoring four rushing touchdowns. (ESPN)
Conclusion
The detroit lions vs baltimore ravens match player stats show a game defined by contrasting strengths.
Baltimore had the more productive passing performance. Lamar Jackson threw for 288 yards and three touchdowns, while Mark Andrews produced 91 receiving yards and two scores.
Detroit controlled the ground game. The Lions rushed for 224 yards, with David Montgomery producing 151 yards and two touchdowns and Jahmyr Gibbs adding 67 yards and two touchdowns.
The defensive difference was just as important. Detroit recorded seven sacks and kept Goff completely free of sacks, while Baltimore failed to record a sack.
The final eight-point margin therefore came from more than one category. Detroit combined rushing efficiency, quarterback protection, fourth-quarter execution and defensive pressure to turn a 21-21 game after three quarters into a 38-30 road victory.
From a statistical perspective, the matchup is a strong reminder that the most impressive individual passing line does not always belong to the winning team. Jackson’s 148.1 passer rating was excellent, but Detroit’s ability to control the ground game and pressure the quarterback ultimately shaped the result.
Montgomery’s explosiveness, Gibbs’ two-way contribution, St. Brown’s situational receiving and Detroit’s seven sacks were central parts of the winning formula. On Baltimore’s side, Jackson, Andrews and Bateman supplied enough offensive production to keep the game competitive until the final minute.
The complete player statistics provide the clearest picture of how a 38-30 game unfolded and why Detroit left Baltimore with the victory.
