Entering their matchup with the Cleveland Browns, the Baltimore Ravens came in boasting a great 5-2 record, primed to keep the winning ways going. A few missed plays and that late surge by Cleveland made all the difference in a close 29-24 loss. But, the Ravens fans shouldn’t panic or raise concerns for any Ravens fans. Here’s why Baltimore is still positioned to be competitive this season.

Key Takeaways from the Game

1. Missed Opportunities, but Solid PlayThe Ravens failed, time and again, to take matters into their own hands: turning the ball over on a fourth-down gamble, multiple dropped passes by major receivers-there were too many missed chances. Of course, Lamar Jackson threw two touchdowns and nearly 290 passing yards, showcasing Baltimore’s legitimate firepower on offense. But dropped passes from his receivers put a damper on some otherwise strong drives.
2. Injuries on Defense and Missed InterceptionsThe injuries on the Ravens’ defensive line added up. Without Michael Pierce and Brent Urban, the Browns did have more success on offense, including in the passing game. Beyond that, the Ravens’ defense missed a couple of critical interception opportunities that might have flipped some momentum. These are just a couple of examples among a bunch of missed plays, but an otherwise stalwart Baltimore defense will have a chance to rebound in the coming games.
3. Learning from the Secondary StrugglesJameis Winston took advantage of openings in the Baltimore secondary and made them vulnerable to big plays down the field. This game puts into light the strengthening the Ravens need to implement in the secondary as the games against top-echelon offenses begin to creep up on the schedule. With the great coaching staff that Baltimore has, rest assured there are tactical adjustments in coverage that will get the team a bit more consistently defensively stable going forward.

Why the Ravens Still Have the Upper Hand

• Reliable Offensive FirepowerDespite the drops, Jackson and his receivers showed they could beat pressure, as Jackson hooked up with Mark Andrews for a touchdown, and Nelson Agholor found the end zone. The offense remains one of the most powerful in the AFC. The drops will be an emphasis on how to get better, but under Jackson, this offense will continue to produce.
• Upcoming Home AdvantageThe Ravens go back home next week, hosting the Denver Broncos at M&T Bank Stadium, where they will be able to regroup. The Baltimore team now has the chance to set up adjustments from what they learned in the Browns game and get back on the winning track with their home crowd and solid home record.

Moving Forward: What Ravens Fans Can Expect

1. Better Focus on ExecutionAttention will go toward dropping fewer passes and capitalizing on interception opportunities to help Baltimore tighten up their execution of the game. There is also a likelihood that Coach John Harbaugh and his staff will put added focus on coaching out the costly mistakes that make them more efficient in red-zone situations and on defense.
2. Balanced and Dynamic OffenseWith Jackson making plays under pressure and having some sure-handed targets at his disposal, the Ravens’ offense can stay dominant; fans can expect a bounce-back performance from these drops in this game with a sharpened focus on offense against Denver.

Conclusion: Ravens Fans Shouldn’t Panic

This loss against the Browns is just a setback and not the one that derailed their brilliant season. The Ravens have been pretty resilient, and with some minor adjustments in strategy, they’re in good shape to get back on track. The reason is that Ravens fans can still stay optimistic as the team keeps moving up for the postseason.