Thu Nov 07 06:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Ravens Defense Out to Avenge Burrow’s Bombardment in Thursday Night Rematch

**Baltimore, MD** – The Baltimore Ravens defense is looking for revenge against Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow in Thursday night’s rematch at M&T Bank Stadium. Burrow torched the Ravens for five touchdown passes in their Week 5 matchup, despite Baltimore ultimately pulling out a 41-38 overtime victory.

“We felt like we should have lost,” said Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey, who intercepted Burrow in the fourth quarter to force overtime. “We won the game, but we did not play well, especially the secondary.”

The Ravens’ defense has struggled against the pass all season, currently ranking last in the NFL. This has become a point of pride for the team, with players like Kyle Van Noy emphasizing that they “ain’t finish last in nothing.”

Burrow is coming off a dominant performance in Week 9, throwing five touchdowns and 251 yards against the Las Vegas Raiders. With the Bengals needing a win, the Ravens anticipate facing Cincinnati’s offense at its best.

Safety Kyle Hamilton acknowledged the defense’s shortcomings in the previous matchup: “We’re not proud of that game, and it’s something that we learned from… Joe was pretty comfortable, for the most part, the whole game, and he’s pretty dangerous when you let him get that comfortable.”

The Ravens will have to be particularly wary of Bengals receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, who both had big games in the previous matchup. Tight end Mike Gesicki also presents a threat, as he showcased his ability to create big plays against the Raiders.

Humphrey believes the Ravens’ pass defense is becoming more cohesive, but acknowledges the need for meticulous attention to detail. “We just have to keep chasing the details,” he said. “We have to do it exactly how we’re coached… It makes you focus, and that’s what we need.”

The Ravens will be looking to shut down Burrow and the Bengals’ explosive offense on Thursday night, proving that their pass defense is finally on the right track.

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