TheBaltimore Ravens are 2-1 after escaping Brazil with a 34-31 win over the Dallas Cowboys, and their statistical profile suggests a talented team with a pronounced imbalance. Baltimore possesses one of the NFL’s most productive and efficient offenses. Lamar Jackson is operating at an MVP level, Derrick Henry continues to reach the end zone, and the Ravens have established one of the league’s most dangerous rushing attacks.
The defense has been far less consistent. Baltimore performed well against Indianapolis and New Orleans before Dallas generated 415 yards and erased multiple deficits in Rio de Janeiro.
Here is where the Ravens rankamong all 32 NFL teams entering Week 4.
Total offense: No. 6
Baltimore has generated 1,196 yards, averaging 398.7 per game. The Ravens
surpassed 375 yards in victories over Indianapolis and Dallas, with their only significant decline coming during a 312-yard performance against New Orleans.
Scoring offense: No. 4
The Ravens have scored 92 points, averaging 30.7 per game. They are one of four teams averaging more than 30 points and have scored at least 34 in both victories.
Passing offense: No. 14
Baltimore has produced 694 net passing yards, averaging 231.3 per game. Jackson has completed 53 of 76 passes for 745 gross yards, four touchdowns and one interception.
The volume is modest compared with several pass-heavy offenses, but the efficiency has been outstanding. Jackson is averaging 9.8 yards per attempt and owns a 113.1 passer rating.
Rushing offense: No. 3
The Ravens have rushed for 502 yards, averaging 167.3 per game and 5.2 yards per attempt. Only Chicago and Atlanta have gained more yards on the ground.
Baltimore’s seven rushing touchdowns are tied for second in the league. Henry remains the centerpiece, while Jackson’s mobility forces defenses to account for every gap.
Third-down offense: No. 20
The Ravens have converted 10 of 27 third downs, a 37% success rate. That represents a surprising weakness for an offense that has been highly productive elsewhere.
Baltimore converted only three of nine opportunities against Dallas, allowing the Cowboys to remain within striking distance.
Red-zone offense: Tied for No. 9
The Ravens have scored touchdowns on eight of 12 red-zone possessions, a 66.7% conversion rate. Henry’s short-yardage presence and Jackson’s dual-threat ability give Baltimore multiple ways to finish near the goal line.
Giveaways: Tied for No. 5
Baltimore has committed only two turnovers. Jackson has thrown one interception, and the Ravens have lost one fumble.
That ball security has helped the offense remain productive despite its third-down inconsistency and several drive-stalling penalties.
Total defense: No. 14
The Ravens have allowed 964 yards, averaging 321.3 per game. That middle-of-the-pack ranking reflects two solid performances followed by a 415-yard afternoon against Dallas.
Passing defense: No. 17
Baltimore has allowed 649 net passing yards, or 216.3 per game. Opposing quarterbacks have completed 71 of 105 passes, a 67.6% rate, with three touchdowns and one interception.
Dak Prescott threw for 267 yards as Dallas repeatedly attacked Baltimore’s coverage during the second half.
Rushing defense: No. 14
The Ravens have allowed 315 rushing yards, averaging 105 per game and 4.1 yards per attempt. Dallas accounted for 148 of those yards after Baltimore had held its first two opponents to 167 combined.
Scoring defense: No. 21
Baltimore is allowing 26 points per game. The Ravens have surrendered at least 23 points in every game, leaving their offense with little margin for an extended slump.
Third-down defense: No. 19
Opponents have converted 16 of 38 third downs, a 42.1% success rate. Baltimore’s inability to finish drives defensively has helped opponents average nearly 30 minutes of possession.
Red-zone defense: No. 22
Opponents have scored touchdowns on seven of 10 red-zone trips, a 70% conversion rate. The Ravens have made occasional goal-line stands, but the overall results have not met the standard expected from their personnel.
Sacks: Tied for No. 23
Baltimore has recorded five sacks through three games. The return of Nnamdi Madubuike should help create more interior pressure, but the Ravens need greater production from their edge defenders.
Takeaways: Tied for No. 15
The defense has forced three turnovers, including two fumble recoveries and one interception. Those plays have helped, but Baltimore has not consistently created the short fields its offense can quickly turn into points.
Final analysis
Baltimore ranks sixth in total offense, fourth in scoring and third in rushing, but its defense sits 21st in points allowed and 22nd in red-zone efficiency. The Ravens’ rankings describe a team that can overwhelm opponents offensively but remains vulnerable in high-possession contests. Tennessee offers Baltimore’s defense a chance to improve against a developing offense led by Cam Ward.
The Ravens don't need their defense to match the offense’s top-six production. They do need more pressure, better third-down execution, and fewer coverage breakdowns if they expect to separate from a crowded AFC North.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Where the Ravens rank statistically among all 32 NFL teams
