The Baltimore Ravens endured another difficult afternoon Sunday, falling 36-10 to the Buffalo Bills after injuries forced three quarterbacks into action and the offense finished with only 144 total yards. Baltimore's defense provided several encouraging moments, but offensive mistakes and protection breakdowns contributed to a third consecutive defeat.
Stud: Roquan Smith, linebacker
Smith was Baltimore's best player, recording 11 tackles, six solo stops, two passes defended, and a forced fumble.
His strip of D.J. Moore in the red zone gave the Ravens a chance to keep Buffalo from building a larger first-half lead. Smith provided leadership and physicality on a day when Baltimore needed both.
Stud: Broderick Washington, defensive lineman
Washington intercepted Josh Allen, creating the short field that led to Derrick Henry's
first-quarter touchdown. The interception was one of Baltimore's two takeaways and helped keep the Ravens within striking distance despite their offensive struggles.
Stud: T.J. Tampa Jr., cornerback
Activated from injured reserve Saturday, Tampa made an immediate contribution by recovering Smith's forced fumble.
He also finished with three tackles, giving Baltimore a productive return from a defender who had missed significant time.
Dud: Baltimore's offensive line
The Ravens allowed four sacks and 12 quarterback hits. The protection problems were especially damaging with Jackson and Huntley already injured. Ronnie Stanley's holding penalty eliminated a Henry touchdown, while Greg Rousseau repeatedly disrupted Baltimore's passing game.
Dud: Tyler Loop, kicker
Loop missed a 34-yard field goal off the left upright and sent his opening kickoff out of bounds.
He later converted a 26-yard field goal, but the early mistakes contributed to Baltimore's inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Dud: Ravens passing attack
Baltimore finished with 68 net passing yards, while Zay Flowers was held without a reception on five targets.
Fagnano faced extraordinary circumstances, making it hard to place all the blame on him. Nevertheless, the inability to create offense or protect the football contributed heavily to the outcome.
The Ravens need more consistent production from their supporting cast as they prepare for Jacksonville on Thursday.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens vs. Bills: Studs and duds from Baltimore's 36-10 loss
