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Key takeaways and highlights from first half of Ravens Week 4 matchup vs. Browns

The Ravens dominated the Browns defense in the first half, pressured rookie quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson into an interception, and used two Lamar Jackson touchdowns to take a 21-3 lead into the halftime.

Star quarterback Deshaun Watson was ruled out before kickoff with a shoulder contusion, and Baltimore has given Lamar Jackson enough time up front to capitalize on Cleveland’s mistakes or turnovers.

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With the second half set to begin, here are key takeaways from the first half.

Ravens hurting at linebacker

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With Odafe Oweh and David Ojabo out with injuries, Jeremiah Moon and Tavius Robinson got the start.

Ravens slow offensive start

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The Browns top ranked defense has been dominant to start.

Baltimore changed the tempo, and logged 249 yard of total offense in a dominant first half.

Ravens defense gets a turnover

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Cornerback Brandon Stephens intercepted a Dorian Thompson-Robinson pass down the deep left sideline intended for Amari Cooper.

Lamar Jackson rushing touchdown

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Jackson had two in the first half.

Newest Ravens bringing pressure

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Clowney has one tackle, and one tackle for loss. Van Noy has one pass defended and one quarterback hit.

Justice Hill continues turnover woes

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Dorian Thompson-Robinson

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The Browns rookie quarterback is 10 of 17 passing, for 60 yards and one interception.

Lamar Jackson

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Jackson is 10-12 passing, for 146 yards and 1 passing touchdown.

Jackson always has two rushing touchdowns on the day.

Ravens rushing attack

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Gus Edwards has 8 carries for 40 yards, while Justice Hill 3 carries for 33 yards. Lamar Jackson has 7 carries for 22 yards, and two rushing touchdowns.

Ravens build lead with efficient drive

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Baltimore is up 14-3 after an 8-play, 93-yard drive capped off with another Lamar Jackson score.

Mark Andrews' dominance continues

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Andrews has scored seven career touchdowns against the Browns, the most by any Ravens player ever vs. Cleveland.

He logged another one to close out the first half.

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