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Takeaways and observations from Ravens 33-31 loss to the Browns in Week 10

The Ravens abandoned the run and their defensive principles en route to a shocking 33-31 loss to the Browns at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.

John Harbaugh’s group looked like the best team in the league through one half, then melted down, as the Ravens were outscored 24-14 in the second by Cleveland, as the Browns pulled off the 33-31 upset as time expired.

Kevin Stefanski’s team (6-3) moved within a game of the Ravens (7-3), who’ll look to rebound ahead of a massive AFC North matchup against the Bengals (5-4) on Thursday night.

With fans perplexed and disappointed after the late fourth-quarter meltdown, here are takeaways and observations from the loss.

Odell hitting his stride

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – NOVEMBER 12: Odell Beckham Jr. #3 of the Baltimore Ravens runs the ball after a reception against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Baltimore went away from the run and continue to only use Beckham as a decoy outside of a few shots like this one below.

Beckham had one catch, for 40 yards and this score.

Marlon Humprhey goes down

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – NOVEMBER 12: Jerome Ford #34 of the Cleveland Browns is tackled by Marlon Humphrey #44 of the Baltimore Ravens and Patrick Queen #6 during the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Baltimore had several players exit Sunday’s loss, but none more imporant than Humphrey, who suffered a lower body injury.

Ravens pass catchers

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4 runs after the catch during the first half against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Baltimore went away from the run, but only completed passes to seven players, and only had Zay Flowers catch more than 3 passes in a game where the Ravens had the football for 9 less minutes and 25 less offensive plays.

Star quarterbacks battle

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) rushes during the first half against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Deshaun Watson threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Elijah Moore with 8:57 remaining, and then Lamar Jackson threw a pick six to Cleveland cornerback Greg Newsome II, and he returned the interception 34 yards for a TD just 41 seconds later.

Overall, Watson out-toughed Lamar Jackson and outplayed the Ravens star, finishing with 213 yards passing and 37 rushing, while using his legs to extend multiple drives.

Ravens defenders

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (24) sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Roquan Smith had 21 tackles on the day, while Patrick Queen and Kyle Hamilton both had 9 tackles each, and the safety had the spectacular interception return for a touchdown.

Jadeveon Clowney was outstanding on the day, logging 6 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, and 4 QB hits.

Lamar Jackson pick six

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II (0) returns a interception for a touchdown during the second half against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jackson will want both throws back, but the pick six totally swung the momentum.

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