In three games against the Texans over the past two seasons, the Ravens’ defense has held them to zero offensive touchdowns. On Wednesday, they had their greatest performance yet, holding them to zero offensive points and denying them any and all scoring opportunities.
Kownack: “The [Texans’] unit was shut out, and, short of a failed goal-line possession in the second quarter, never looked particularly threatening while the game was still close. Stroud, especially, struggled in the absence of Tank Dell. He missed high and wide on seemingly throw after throw, and Baltimore wisely prevented Nico Collins (three catches for 59 yards) from doing any game-breaking damage. The offense has and continues to be a powerhouse, but Baltimore’s defense, which was cause for concern earlier this season, seems to finally be arriving. The Ravens smothered the Texans, holding Joe Mixon to just 26 yards rushing and C.J. Stroud to a 59.2 passer rating.”