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Instant analysis of Ravens shocking 33-31 loss to the Browns in Week 10

Baltimore looked like the best team in the league through one half, and then melted down, as the Ravens were outscored 24-14 in the second by Cleveland, as the Browns pulled off the 33-31 upset as time expired.

The Browns (6-3) moved within a game of the Ravens (7-3), who’ll look to rebound ahead of a massive AFC North matchup against the Bengals (5-4) on Thursday night.

With fans perplexed and disappointed after the late fourth-quarter meltdown, here’s an instant analysis of the shocking loss.

Odell Beckham has a bounce to his step

(Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Beckham had the 1 catch, but it was explosive, going for 40 yards and a touchdown.

Browns owned the third quarter

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (27) celebrates after scoring a second half touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Odell Beckham scored a touchdown, and then Cleveland held the football for the bulk of the third quarter, going on a That’s a 17-play, 75-yard drive that took 10:09.

The Browns cut the Ravens lead to 24-17 with 2:20 left in third quarter.

Myles Garrett late surge

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) reacts after sacking Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) in the second half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Garrett had 3 tackles, 1.5 sacks, 1 TFL, and 2 QB hits as the Browns outscored the Ravens 24-14 in the second half.

Lamar Jackson

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) scrambles against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Rapfogel-USA TODAY Sports

Jackson had a late interception returned for a touchdown that ultimately shifted momentum on the afternoon.

The Ravens quarterback was 18-23 passing, for 223 yards, 1 touchdown and 2 costly interceptions.

Ravens rushing attack

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns safety Juan Thornhill (1) tackles Baltimore Ravens running back Gus Edwards (35) during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Rapfogel-USA TODAY Sports

Baltimore will have to answer for going away from the running game. After a dazzling first half, Keaton Mitchell had one carry down the stretch, while Gus Edwards led Ravens running backs with 11 carries for just 24 yards and a touchdown.

James Proche strikes again

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver James Proche II (11) before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

This time, the Proche gaffe nearly cost the Browns.

Justin Madubuike earning millions

(AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

The talented defensive tackle logged sacke No. 8.5 on this season, along with 3 tackles, and 3 QB hits.

Zay Flowers

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4 runs after the catch during the first half against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

After two subpar performances, Flowers responded, logging 5 catches for 73 yards and 6 targets.

Odafe Oweh hot streak continues

Mandatory Credit: Jessica Rapfogel-USA TODAY Sports

Oweh logged another sack, along with four tackles on the afternoon.

Roquan Smith the madman

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton (14) celebrates with linebacker Roquan Smith (0) after scoring a touchdown against the Cleveland Browns during the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Rapfogel-USA TODAY Sports

The Ravens middle linebacker had an active day, logging 14 solo tackles, and 21 tackles total on the afternoon.

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