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9/11/22

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Ravens-Jets Takeaways: Lamar, Ravens Defense 'Exceptional'

By Mike Tannenbaum

Former NFL Executive
Lamar Jackson

Editor's note: The Baltimore Ravens defeated the New York Jets, 24-9, on Sunday. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson was 17-of-30 for 213 yards, 3 TDs and an interception, but it was a dominating performance from Baltimore's defense that stole the show, with three sacks, an interception and a fumble recovery. Mike Tannenbaum, who called the game for ESPN Radio, provided his four takeaways:

Pocket Play Impressive from Jackson

Offensively, Lamar Jackson was really poised and comfortable in the pocket. His downfield accuracy was really good. He hit tight end Mark Andrews (5 catches, 52 yards). They had a big pass-interference called. I think they're gonna be really hard to defend, especially when J.K. Dobbins comes back. Jackson looked exceptional today. I thought how he played from the pocket was really, really good.

Ravens' Defense Was in Control

Defensively, the Ravens' front controlled the game. The Jets' offensive line was terrible, but the Ravens also looked really good. That was the story of the game. Edge rusher Justin Houston was really productive. They got Marcus Williams from New Orleans. He grabbed an easy interception. He's a really good tackler and made some plays for them.

Jets Flashed Defensively

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The Jets were good against the run, especially early. It was flashes. Defensive tackle Quinnen Williams played especially well. Kwon Alexander made a few plays for them. Jordan Whitehead had a great pass breakup. It was in flashes, but then they would be on their heels ... and, the Ravens are a tough team to defend."

Flacco Not the Issue

Given what he had to work with, Joe Flacco did OK. He had to work in a terrible pocket, but he didn't play poorly. Wide receiver Corey Davis made some tough contested catches.

Tags: Baltimore Ravens, New York Jets

Mike Tannenbaum

Former NFL Executive

Mike Tannenbaum is a former NFL Executive and current ESPN analyst.  Throughout Tannenbaum’s nearly three-decade-long football career, he has constructed quite an impressive résumé.

Tannenbaum began his career in 1994 as an intern for the New Orleans Saints. In 1995 he became a Player Personnel Assistant for the Cleveland Browns. A year later he would rejoin the Saints after completing his Law Degree at Tulane University Law School.

Tannenbaum’s longest tenure came with his hometown New York Jets from 1997-2012. Hall of Fame head coach Bill Parcells hired him as the Director of Player Contracts in 1997. Tannenbaum developed in this role and was promoted to Director of Pro Personnel/Assistant General Manager in 2001.

In 2006, Tannenbaum was chosen General Manager/Senior Vice President of Football Operations at 36. Tannenbaum oversaw seven drafts and led the Jets to four winning seasons during his tenure with the team. Before departing New York, Tannenbaum led the Jets to four playoff wins and orchestrated the blockbuster trade for Darrelle Revis.

After a brief break from an NFL front office, Tannenbaum served as the Executive Vice President of Football Operations for the Miami Dolphins. Since leaving Miami, Tannenbaum has joined ESPN as an NFL Front Office Insider. Tannenbaum is a regular on shows such as, ‘Get Up’, ‘First Take’, and ‘This Just In.’ He also teaches Football Business Management: The Inner Workings of the NFL at Columbia University.

In 2019, Tannenbaum founded the NFL’s premiere think tank in The 33rd Team.

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