As kickoff draws near for the Ravens’ clash with the Bills, the stage is set for a high-stakes battle in Buffalo’s icy backyard. The winner punches their ticket to the AFC Championship Game, and both teams are armed with stats that tell the story of why they’ve made it this far.

Here are seven must-know stats to get you prepped for tonight’s showdown:

1. Ravens’ Defense: From Struggles to Stoppers

Under defensive coordinator Zach Orr, Baltimore’s defense has undergone a dramatic transformation. After struggling early in the season, Week 11 became the turning point.

From Weeks 11-18, the Ravens ranked:

• 1st in scoring defense, total defense, and third-down defense.
• Allowed an NFL-best 261.7 total yards per game and 15.4 points per game.

Orr’s “swarm mentality” defense will be key to containing Josh Allen and Buffalo’s high-powered offense.

2. A Historic Dual-Threat Offense

Baltimore became the first team in NFL history to achieve both 4,000 passing yards and 3,000 rushing yards in a single season.

Their total offensive production—7,224 yards—is the third-most in league history, behind only the 2011 Saints and 2013 Broncos.

3. Ground-and-Pound Dominance

Behind Derrick Henry’s punishing running style and Lamar Jackson’s elusiveness, the Ravens set an NFL single-season record with 5.76 yards per rush.

Henry’s physicality will be crucial tonight against Buffalo’s defense, especially in the cold.

4. Lamar Jackson: MVP Caliber

Lamar Jackson has been at the heart of Baltimore’s offensive success, combining precision passing with unmatched playmaking ability. This game will test Jackson as he faces off against fellow MVP contender Josh Allen.

5. Isaiah Likely’s Breakout Season

Tight end Isaiah Likely emerged as a key target for Jackson this season, logging career highs in:

• Receptions: 42
• Yards: 477
• Touchdowns: 6

With Zay Flowers likely out, Likely could play a significant role in the passing game.

6. Kyle Hamilton’s All-Around Dominance

Safety Kyle Hamilton earned his second consecutive Pro Bowl nod with a career year:

• 107 tackles (77 solo)
• 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 1 interception, and 9 passes defended

Hamilton’s versatility will be pivotal in keeping Allen and Buffalo’s offense in check.

7. Harbaugh’s Road Playoff Success

John Harbaugh holds the NFL record for road playoff wins with eight victories away from M&T Bank Stadium.

In a hostile Buffalo environment, Harbaugh’s experience and leadership could make all the difference.

Final Thoughts

Tonight’s matchup between the Ravens and Bills is more than just a football game—it’s a collision of elite talent, historic achievements, and championship aspirations. Whether it’s Baltimore’s relentless defense, their record-breaking offense, or Buffalo’s home-field advantage, this game is shaping up to be an instant classic.

Get ready, Ravens fans. This is the kind of game we live for. Let’s go, Ravens!