The Baltimore Ravens currently hold a 6-6 record with five games remaining, sparking discussions among fans about whether there is cause for concern regarding the team”s prospects for the remainder of the 2025 season.
After a disheartening 32-14 defeat against the Cincinnati Bengals on Thanksgiving Day, the outlook for the Ravens has shifted significantly since their rocky start of 1-5 earlier this year. ESPN NFL writer Ben Solak has assessed the situation and indicated that while it may not be full-blown panic, the level of concern is “moderate to severe.”
“The Ravens” offense has taken a step back across the board. With no development or meaningful additions at pass catcher, another year of attrition on Derrick Henry and poor play on the offensive line, the Ravens are hard to take seriously as 2025 contenders even as their defense continues to shine,” Solak noted. He added that a suddenly healthy Lamar Jackson could provide some improvement, but it may not be enough to overcome a formidable field of AFC defenses.
Jackson”s health has been a significant concern, as he has dealt with multiple injuries over the past few weeks, with a hamstring issue sidelining him most recently. Additionally, a toe injury has compounded his struggles. Meanwhile, Henry has managed to rebound somewhat after a challenging start, but his performance has been inconsistent, alternating between games of over 100 yards and those where he barely reaches 70 yards.
The Ravens” receiving corps has also faced challenges; Zay Flowers appears to be more of a secondary option on most teams, and Rashod Bateman“s development has stalled significantly this season. Despite DeAndre Hopkins“s illustrious career, he has not matched the highs of his past performances during the 2025 season.
While the offensive line has shown signs of improvement, the interior guards have struggled, impacting both the rushing attack and pass protection for Jackson. Despite the grim assessment, it is important to note that the Ravens still have playoff potential. The initial expectations for the 2025 season were centered around a Super Bowl run, but after the loss against Cincinnati, those aspirations may no longer be feasible this year.
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