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Instant analysis of Ravens 37-31 win over the Rams in Week 14

Rams Ravens Baltimore (Organization) Lamar Jackson the Baltimore Ravens Matthew Stafford the Los Angeles Rams Kyle Hamilton Puka Nacua Todd Olszewski

Baltimore is 10-3, and back as the No. 1 overall seed in the AFC after a 37-31 win over the Rams (6-7) on Sunday in overtime at M&T Bank Stadium.

After an earlier penalty cost the Ravens points, Tylan Wallace repaid his team and the city of Baltimore will a thrilling 76 yard punt return for the win in Overtime.

After the Rams were forced to punt, Wallace put things away, sprinting up the left sideline to give the Ravens their tenth win of the season.

Lamar Jackson was dynamic, logging 316 passing yards, 70 rushing yards, and 3 TDs with a 92.8 passer rating. After getting shredded in the first half, the Baltimore defense held the Rams to 11 points in the final three quarters.

With a huge matchup against Jacksonville looming, here an instant analysis of Sunday’s win.

Justin Tucker is back

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 10: Justin Tucker #9 of the Baltimore Ravens kicks a field goal during the second half in the game against the Los Angeles Rams at M&T Bank Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)

Tucker was 3-3 on the day with a long of 47 yards, while nailing three extra point attempts.

Kyle Hamilton exits twice with knee injury

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 10: Kyle Hamilton #14 of the Baltimore Ravens tackles Kyren Williams #23 of the Los Angeles Rams during the fourth quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Hamilton finished with 7 tackles and 1 tackle for loss, but his knee will be something to watch.

Puka Nacua

Dec 10, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (17) runs after a catch during the first quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

The former BYU pass catcher dominated the Ravens on Sunday, including this catch that put the Rams in scoring position.

Nacua logged 5 catches for 84 yards, while Cooper Kupp exploded for 115 yards and a touchdown on 8 catches.

John Harbaugh wasted time out

(Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)

It didn’t cost the Ravens a win, but it was among the group of mistakes made on Sunday.

Vintage Matthew Stafford

Dec 10, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws dream the pocket during the first quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Stafford tried to will the Rams to a win, going 23-41 passing, for 294 yards and three touchdowns.

Zay Flowers big moment

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 10: Zay Flowers #4 of the Baltimore Ravens catches a touchdown pass during the fourth quarter while defended by Jordan Fuller #4 of the Los Angeles Rams at M&T Bank Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)

Jackson hit Zay Flowers on 3rd-and-17 for a 21-yard TD and then hits Flowers for a 2-point conversion.

The rookie finished with six catches for 60 yards and the score.

Lamar Jackson was outstanding

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 10: Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens looks to pass during the first half in the game against the Los Angeles Rams at M&T Bank Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)

After a slow and ugly start, Jackson exploded in the second half, getting the Ravens a win, while putting his name back up in the MVP rankings.

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