Ravens report card: 12/30/2018

The Baltimore Ravens beat the Cleveland Browns 26 to 24 in a game that helped crown the Ravens the AFC North Champions.

Quarterback: Lamar Jackson went just 14 out of 24 yards passing with no touchdowns or interceptions. Jackson ran for 90 yards and scored two rushing touchdowns. Jackson also fumbled once on the goal line. Grade B

Running backs: If Jackson was a running back this unit would be graded even higher. Gus Edwards continues to run the ball hard adding 76 yards. Kenneth Dixon lead the Ravens with 117 rushing yards. This unit has become a power running unit. Grade A

Receivers: Mark Andrews continued his great rookie season with four receptions for 54 yards. Hayden Hurst the Ravens other rookie tight end also had two big receptions. Chris Moore needs the ball more. Grade B

Offensive line: This unit gets stronger each week. Only two sacks allowed and they have been great at run blocking. Grade B

Overall offensive: This unit is wearing down teams but still needs to put up more points especially in the red zone. Grade C+

Defensive line: The Ravens only gave up 50 rushing yards in this game. On a negative note the Ravens did not sack Baker Mayfield the entire game. Grade B

Linebackers: C.J. Mosley and Patrick Onwuasor were all over the field. Mosley also ended the game with a great defensive play. Grade B+

Secondary: The Ravens gave up 376 passing yards which is not good but the Ravens also had three interceptions. Jimmy Smith had two interceptions. Grade B

Overall Defense: The defense should have shut the door on the Browns earlier in the game. Grade B

Special Teams: Justin Tucker was a perfect four for four on field goals and Sam Koch did his thing punting. Grade A

Coaching Staff: The Ravens needed this game, wanted this game, and won this game. Grade A

Final Thoughts: The Ravens are heading to the playoffs and are going to give any team they face a fight.