Ravens lose concerning 38-30 game to Lions as defense struggles and red zone issues persist

Final Thoughts:

The Ravens got beat where it mattered—in the trenches.

The Ravens defense had zero sacks. The Lions had 7. The Ravens' defense got zero turnovers. They got bullied on the ground and through the air. They got beat on time of possession.

The Lions offense was 3-for-3 on 4th down.

On offense, the Ravens had several red zone trips come up short. Lamar was running for his life for most of the night.

It's kind of early to press the panic button, but this team is in trouble...BIG trouble.

This has been one of those rare Ravens losses in this era where they simply just got beat.

They were out physical-ed. Outsmarted. Out-everything.

The Ravens' issues may not be fixable.

1st Quarter

On the Ravens' first defensive drive, they haven't been able to apply any pressure to Jared Goff even when they blitzed.

Lions move down the field with ease.

Score: 7-0 Lions

The Ravens come out with play action and hit Mark Andrews for a first down. Welcome back, Andrews.

Ravens run Henry to the right. First down.

Lamar keeps it for 12.

Andrews again on a quick out for 8.

Derrick Henry punches it for a 28-yard TD.

Ravens get a stop on the Lions' second drive.

The Ravens got three and out.

2nd Quarter:

The Ravens defense had the Lions deep in their own end zone and allowed them to convert on third down. This didn't bode well for the rest of the drive. The Lions go 98 and a half yards for a touchdown. The Ravens' defensive line is getting pushed around.

Score: 14-7 Lions

Ravens taking exactly what the Lions are giving them, gashing and dashing down the field in the pass game.

The Ravens completely collapse in the red zone. They get nothing. However, they stop the bleeding and force the Lions to punt with 56 sec left on the clock.

Ravens move down the field. Lamar hits Rashod Bateman for a three-yard TD.

Halftime Score: 14-14

Stating the obvious here—the Ravens need to capitalize on getting the ball after the half. They have to go up seven. The Ravens defense has been on the field for too long, and they have been getting bullied up front.

Third Quarter:

Ravens dotting and plotting. Lamar hits Mark Andrews for a 14-yard TD.

Score: Ravens 21-17

The Ravens defense unfortunately gives up another TD.

Score: 21-21

The Ravens' defense continues to get bullied. They still can't get to Goff, and they can't stop the run. The defense gives up another touchdown.

Score: Lions 28-21

Lions stop the Ravens in the red zone. Lamar continues to be under duress. The Ravens get a FG.

Score: Lions 28-24

Ravens somehow stop the Lions offense and force them to punt. Derrick Henry has fumbled again...

This has officially become an issue. The Ravens' defense stops the Lions. Det gets the FG.

Final Score: Lions 38-30