The Buffalo Bills (3-0) will face the Baltimore Ravens (1-2) in a highly anticipated game in NFL Week 4. Scheduled for Sunday, September 29, 2024, at 6:20 PM MT (8:20 PM ET), this Buffalo Bills vs. Baltimore Ravens clash will take place at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore and will be broadcast on NBC.
The Ravens are favored to win by 2.5 points, with the total score expected to be around 46.5 points. Many experts believe the Ravens will win, with predictions like Ravens 23, Bills 17 from the Democrat and Chronicle, and a 24-20 win from the Arizona Republic. Some think the Bills have a chance, with ESPN predicting a Bills victory and a win probability of about 41%.
Betting experts suggest placing a bet on Josh Allen scoring a touchdown and the Ravens covering the spread. Betting on the total score to go over 46.5 points could also be a good option since both teams have strong offenses.
Buffalo Bills vs. Baltimore Ravens: Probable Starting Lineup And Injury Update
The Bills will likely start quarterback Josh Allen, running back James Cook, and receivers Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Khalil Shakir, with Dalton Kincaid at tight end.
Meanwhile, the Ravens will have quarterback Lamar Jackson, running back Derrick Henry, receivers Zay Flowers and Nelson Agholor, and tight end Mark Andrews.
Injury updates are significant for both teams. The Bills may be without linebacker Terrel Bernard, offensive lineman Tylan Grable, and cornerback Taron Johnson.
Similarly, the Ravens are dealing with injuries on their offensive line, including center Tyler Linderbaum, right tackle Patrick Mekari, and left guard Andrew Vorhees, which could make them vulnerable to the Bills’ strong defense.
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Key Factors That Can Determine The Outcome Of The Game
The Ravens rely on their run game with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry. Henry has averaged 5.4 yards per carry with 281 yards and 4 TDs in three games. The Bills need to focus on stopping the run to make Jackson throw the ball more.
The Ravens’ secondary has had a tough time this season. They give up nearly 300 passing yards per game, which is the worst in the league. They also rank 27th in yards allowed per pass attempt, giving up 7.5 yards each time.
Josh Allen needs to take advantage of this weakness for Buffalo to succeed, especially after his strong performance on Sunday Night Football, where he averages about 2.3 total touchdowns per game.
Buffalo is the best in the league at scoring in the first half, averaging over 22 points during this time and a total of 37.3 points per game, which is also the highest in the NFL.
The Ravens have struggled offensively in the second half, averaging just over 10 points after halftime. If they fall behind early, catching up could be tough.
Buffalo’s pass rush, averaging two sacks per game, should capitalize on Baltimore’s weakened offensive line to disrupt Lamar Jackson.
With the Ravens struggling to defend tight ends, targeting Dalton Kincaid and Dawson Knox could create big plays for the Bills. Kincaid already has eight catches for 85 yards and a touchdown this season.
The Bills aim to extend their winning streak, while the Ravens hope to bounce back and expect an exciting Sunday night matchup. Moreover, fans can look forward to an exciting game on Sunday night.
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