Former Baltimore Ravens Running Back Calls Out Team After Playoff Woes
In a recent interview with TMZ Sports, former Baltimore Ravens running back Jamal Lewis, the franchise’s all-time leader in rushing yards and touchdowns, voiced his frustration with the team’s recent playoff defeat.
The Ravens’ latest playoff loss to the Buffalo Bills was a heartbreaker, with the team losing 27-25 in the Divisional Round.
Despite out-gaining their opponent by over 140 yards, the Ravens fell short due to three turnovers, five penalties, and a dropped two-point conversion in the final two minutes.
Lewis criticized the team’s play-calling, particularly on the final two-point conversion.
“Why didn’t we take the points and kick the FG earlier?” Lewis asked. “If you did need to do that [go for two], why not hand the ball off to Derrick Henry, your 250-pound RB that you’re paying instead of taking the risk of throwing it?”
The running back time with the Ravens was marked by his incredible performances and contributions to the team’s success.
During his tenure, he helped lead the Ravens to a Super Bowl victory in 2000 and set numerous records
The Ravens’ season was a rollercoaster of highs and lows. They finished the regular season with a 12-5 record, clinching the AFC North and earning the No. 1 seed in the playoffs.
The team’s defense was dominant, leading the NFL in points allowed, sacks, and takeaways. However, the offense struggled with turnovers, particularly in the playoffs.
Lewis’s critique of the play-calling is not the first time the Ravens have faced criticism in this area. The team has been known to struggle with play-calling efficiency, often rushing to the line of scrimmage and making mistakes in critical moments.
Head Coach John Harbaugh and Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman have acknowledged the need for improvement in this area.
As the Ravens look to bounce back from their playoff disappointment, they will need to address these issues and make the necessary adjustments to compete at the highest level.
