The Baltimore Ravens Battle The Buffalo Bills On Sunday. Here are some things you need to know:
Ravens Vs. Bills History
- The Ravens are 3-3 against the Bills in the regular season.
- The Ravens have also had three preseason games against the Bills, the Bills are 3-1 in those games.
- The Bills won the last game 23-20 in a 2013 game where Joe Flacco had 5 interceptions.
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Familiar Faces:
- Rex Ryan was the Ravens defensive coordinator.
- Corey Graham, a cornerback for the Bills was with the Ravens from 2012-2013. Graham was a good player that the Ravens probably wish they never let slip away.
- Ed Reed, the greatest safety of all time (arguably) is the Bills defensive back coach
- Tyrod Taylor is the Bills starting quarterback. Taylor was Joe Flacco’s understudy for four seasons. Taylor threw for 3,035 yards and 20 touchdowns last season.
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Notable absences:
- Elvis Dumervil is out for this game, with a foot injury.
- Marcell Dareus is suspended for the first four games of the season. The Bills defensive tackle is one of the best in football. Without him, the Ravens may have an easier time running up the gut.
- Jerraud Powers is out with an ankle injury. Powers was slated to be the Ravens nickel cornerback. With him being sidelined this may give Tavon Young or Will Davis a chance to shine. This will be a telling start either way.
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Possible Difference Makers For Bills:
- Sammy Watkins: Watkins is one of the most exciting receivers in the NFL. Last season Watkins missed three games. He still put up 60 receptions and had 1,047 yards and 9 touchdowns.
- LeSean McCoy: When he’s healthy McCoy is one of the most dangerous players in football. McCoy has a blend of moves, speed and power that is hard to stop. The Ravens cannot let him get a full head of steam in this one.
- Jerry Hughes: Hughes had 5 sacks in the 2015 season. Hughes is one of the most explosive edge rushers in the game. He had 10 sacks in 2013 and 2014. With a little more comfort in Rex Ryan’s defense he could be a monster in the Ravens backfield.
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Possible Difference Makers For The Ravens
- Za’Darius Smith: With no Elvis Dumervil, Smith could see more action in this game. He had 5.5 sacks last season. Smith should show signs of improvement in his second year.
- Steve Smith Sr.: Agent 89 is one of the most deadly play-makers in the game. If he is healthy and ready to roll, look for an energetic Ravens offense.
- Mike Wallace: The Ravens run game is key in this one. This may set up big play-action passes that utilize Wallace’s speed.