The Ravens’ season came to a heartbreaking end Sunday night as the Buffalo Bills secured a narrow 27-25 victory in the AFC Divisional Round. Despite Baltimore’s best efforts, three costly turnovers and Buffalo’s timely defensive plays pushed the Bills into the AFC Championship.

The Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades are in, shedding light on the Ravens’ top performers and those who struggled in this tough playoff loss.

Top 5 Offensive Performers

1. Lamar Jackson (81.8)
   • Jackson was Baltimore’s best offensive player, finishing with two touchdown passes and 254 passing yards. Despite two first-half turnovers, he showed poise and nearly pulled off a comeback.
2. Justice Hill (75.1)
   • Hill was a reliable presence out of the backfield, contributing key yards and helping the Ravens move the chains.
3. Isaiah Likely (74.4)
   • Likely stepped up in Zay Flowers’ absence, catching a stunning 24-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter to keep Baltimore alive.
4. Rashod Bateman (72.7)
   • Bateman delivered when it counted, hauling in a 42-yard bomb and a first-quarter touchdown to kickstart the Ravens’ offense.
5. Daniel Faalele (69.5)
   • The offensive tackle quietly had a solid outing, holding his own against Buffalo’s pass rush.

Bottom 5 Offensive Performers

1. Patrick Mekari (48.2)
   • Mekari struggled in pass protection, allowing multiple pressures that disrupted the flow of Baltimore’s offense.
2. Nelson Agholor (53.8)
   • Agholor was a non-factor in the passing game, contributing little in a game where depth was crucial.
3. Tyler Linderbaum (57.3)
   • The usually dependable center had issues with snaps and struggled against Buffalo’s interior pass rush, including Ed Oliver.
4. Roger Rosengarten (58.0)
   • Rosengarten had a rough day containing Buffalo’s defensive line and was part of the offensive line’s inconsistency.
5. Mark Andrews (58.8)
   • Andrews’ fumble and dropped two-point conversion overshadowed his contributions, capping a frustrating night for the veteran tight end.

Top 5 Defensive Performers

1. Tre’Davious White (81.3)
   • White’s coverage skills stood out, limiting big plays and providing a steady presence in the secondary.
2. Kyle Van Noy (76.5)
   • Van Noy brought the heat on Josh Allen, recording key pressures and helping contain the Bills’ explosive offense.
3. Kyle Hamilton (72.8)
   • Hamilton delivered another solid performance, making key tackles and keeping Buffalo’s big plays in check.
4. Roquan Smith (69.0)
   • Smith was a force in the middle, leading the charge against Buffalo’s running game and keeping Allen honest as a scrambler.
5. Nnamdi Madubuike (68.5)
   • Madubuike was disruptive up front, contributing to the Ravens’ strong defensive effort in the second half.

Bottom 5 Defensive Performers

1. Broderick Washington (32.1)
   • Washington struggled to make an impact, offering little resistance against Buffalo’s offensive line.
2. Chris Board (40.5)
   • Board was out of position on several plays, allowing Buffalo to exploit matchups in the open field.
3. Brandon Stephens (43.2)
   • Stephens had difficulty in coverage and failed to make critical stops when needed.
4. Marlon Humphrey (44.7)
   • Humphrey had an uncharacteristically tough game, including missed tackles and lapses in coverage.
5. Odafe Oweh (46.4)
   • Oweh failed to generate consistent pressure on Allen, leaving Baltimore’s pass rush a step behind.

Stat to Know

Ed Oliver Dominates the Trenches
Buffalo’s defensive tackle Ed Oliver was a game-wrecker for the Ravens, leading all players with four pressures (all hurries) and a 22.7% pass-rush win rate. His ability to disrupt both the run and pass game was a significant factor in Baltimore’s struggles.

Baltimore fought hard but fell short in a game defined by turnovers and missed opportunities. While the season ends with disappointment, the PFF grades highlight areas of strength and areas that need attention as the Ravens look ahead to 2025.