Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Bobby Babich earned praise for his unit’s dominant performance against rookie quarterback Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos in the Wild Card round. However, as Babich prepares to face Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens, it’s clear this is a vastly different challenge.
Jackson has been nothing short of extraordinary in 2024, putting up video game-like numbers:
As the engine of the NFL’s top-ranked offense, Jackson has shredded defenses with his dual-threat ability, earning his spot as a frontrunner for MVP.
Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken is likely to attack Babich’s defense with a strategic mix of rollouts, crossing routes, and the ever-dangerous zone-read plays. Here’s how Baltimore can force Babich’s hand:
Babich’s defense allowed 113 rushing yards per game in 2024, but they haven’t faced a rushing attack as potent as Baltimore’s No. 1-ranked ground game.
With Jackson’s elusiveness and Henry’s power running, the Ravens present a unique challenge that demands near-perfect discipline. Any missed angles or hesitation could result in explosive plays that leave Buffalo reeling.
“If the Bills defense takes the wrong angle on Henry or Jackson, Babich will likely face nightmares about it all off-season long.”
While the Bills’ defense has shown promise, stopping Lamar Jackson is a completely different level of difficulty. Babich and his unit will need to deliver their best performance of the season to contain the Ravens’ dynamic offense.
What do you think, Ravens fans? Can Jackson and Henry break through Buffalo’s defense, or will Babich have the answers? Let us know in the comments!