Ravens vs. Falcons Recap: Tyler Huntley Leads 30-23 Overtime Win Without Lamar Jackson

Did the Ravens win? Yes, and in dramatic fashion. Tyler Huntley led a late touchdown drive and a game-tying two-point conversion, then scored on a one-yard sneak in overtime as Baltimore beat the Atlanta Falcons 30-23 on Sunday Night Football. Kyle Hamilton intercepted Tua Tagovailoa to end it, and the Ravens improved to 4-1 without Lamar Jackson.

Here’s how the game unfolded, why the overtime drive mattered, and what it means going forward.

How the Ravens vs. Falcons Game Unfolded

Baltimore started with a field goal, and then the game turned ugly. Mark Andrews fumbled after a nine-yard catch, and Falcons safety Jessie Bates returned it 36 yards for a touchdown. That was the only turnover the Ravens committed.

Atlanta built a 17-9 lead behind Michael Penix Jr., who started 0-for-4 and then found his rhythm with a screen to Kyle Pitts and a touchdown drive. Huntley answered with an 18-yard touchdown pass to Derrick Henry in the third quarter, but the two-point try failed. Two Falcons field goals made it 23-15 with 2:35 left.

Most teams lose that game. The Ravens didn’t.

Huntley’s Late Comeback

Baltimore got the ball back down eight with 2:25 on the clock. Huntley needed 1:51 to drive the team down the field, throwing a seven-yard touchdown to Devontez Walker. Henry then ran in the two-point conversion, tying the game at 23 with 40 seconds left.

Huntley finished 24-of-32 for 201 yards and two touchdowns with no interceptions. He also ran six times for 20 yards and the winning score. According to OptaSTATS, he’s the first quarterback in NFL history to complete 10 straight passes, throw a touchdown, and run for a touchdown in the final two minutes plus overtime.

“I was just doing my job,” Huntley said afterward, according to ESPN. That’s a modest way to describe it.

The win also lifts Huntley to 6-6 as a Ravens starter. Baltimore had been 6-11 in the 17 career games Jackson missed, so the result matters beyond one night.

The Overtime Drive That Changed the Game

This is the part that decided it.

The Ravens got the ball first in overtime. Huntley then led a drive that lasted more than seven minutes, going 5-of-5 for 28 yards before sneaking in from the one-yard line with 2:57 left. That left Atlanta with less than three minutes to match a touchdown.

Here’s our take. A long drive like that does two things. It tires out the defense, and it shrinks the opponent’s options. The Falcons had to score fast, and their starting quarterback was sitting on the bench in pain. Baltimore didn’t need a trick. It just needed to keep the ball, and it did.

Tagovailoa completed a 20-yard pass to Drake London on his first throw. On his second, Hamilton stepped in front of London and intercepted it to end the game with 2:11 left.

What Happened to Michael Penix Jr.

Penix took a big hit from linebacker Tavius Robinson on a sack with 27 seconds left in regulation and suffered a rib injury. Tagovailoa played one snap, and Penix returned for one incomplete pass before the Falcons punted. Overtime then began.

Penix said he hoped to play if Atlanta got the ball first. But as he sat through the Ravens’ long drive, the pain got “worse and worse,” according to NBC Sports. He had imaging scheduled for Monday and said he doesn’t expect a long-term absence.

For Atlanta, it’s a rough result. Penix returned from left ACL surgery in Week 3, and the Falcons lost for the first time since he came back. Tagovailoa signed with Atlanta in the offseason, and Sunday was his first regular-season action for the team.

There’s also a nice twist. Tagovailoa won the 2018 national championship in overtime at that same stadium with Alabama. This time, the ending went the other way.

The Cooper Rush Lesson

This section is our take.

Look at what the Ravens learned last year. Cooper Rush signed in 2025 as Jackson’s backup and made three appearances. Baltimore lost both of his starts, including a 44-10 loss to Houston in which he threw three interceptions. The Ravens turned to Huntley, and he went 2-0 as the starter with wins over Chicago and Green Bay.

In March, Baltimore re-signed Huntley to a two-year contract. Rush ended up with Atlanta and played in the Falcons’ first two games, both losses.

So the Ravens made a plan and followed it. They knew who their backup was, and they built the offense to fit him. That’s the difference between having a backup and having a plan.

The Run Game Surprise

Many people expected the Falcons’ run defense to dominate this game. Atlanta came in ranked first in the league against the run.

Instead, Baltimore ran 35 times for 208 yards, an average of 5.9 per carry. Henry finished with 120 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown. The Falcons, meanwhile, ran 26 times for 110 yards, and the Ravens also won time of possession, 35:10 to 32:45.

We think that’s the real story. The Ravens didn’t ask Huntley to be Jackson. They leaned on the run, protected the quarterback, and let the defense do its job. That’s smart coaching, and it worked against one of the league’s toughest run defenses.

What the Win Means

This section is our take.

Some fans will say this is the biggest win of the season. We’d put it this way: it proves the Ravens can survive without Jackson, but it doesn’t replace him. Jackson is still the engine, and his health remains the biggest question.

What the win does prove is depth. A team that can win in Atlanta without its MVP, down eight with two minutes left, has a roster and a staff that can handle bad news. That’s valuable in a long season.

It also won’t be easy to repeat. Opponents will study this game, and the next one comes quickly.

What’s Next for the Ravens

Baltimore (4-1) visits the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, October 18, at 1 p.m. ET. Jackson’s status for that game hasn’t been announced. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported earlier that he could miss multiple games. Cam Jurgens’ Ravens debut is also expected in that game.

For the latest, see our Baltimore Ravens injury report and our latest Ravens news.

Atlanta (2-3) hosts the Bears the same day, with Penix’s status in question.

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the Ravens win last night?

Yes. The Ravens beat the Falcons 30-23 in overtime on Sunday night.

What was the final score of the Ravens vs. Falcons game?

Ravens 30, Falcons 23, in overtime.

How did Tyler Huntley play?

He went 24-of-32 for 201 yards and two touchdowns with no interceptions. He also ran for the game-winning touchdown in overtime.

What happened to Michael Penix Jr.?

Penix suffered a rib injury on a sack late in regulation and did not play in overtime. He said he doesn’t expect a long-term absence, and he was scheduled for imaging on Monday.

Is Lamar Jackson playing next week?

The Ravens haven’t announced his status for the Browns game.

Who do the Ravens play next?

The Ravens visit the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, October 18, at 1 p.m. ET.

Final Thoughts

The Ravens vs. Falcons game showed what this team can do when plans meet adversity. Huntley stayed calm, the defense made the final stop, and a long overtime drive set up the finish.

What do you think? Was this proof that Huntley deserves more respect, or just a perfect storm of Atlanta mistakes? Drop your take in the comments, and check back for the latest Ravens news and updates before the Browns game.