Takeaways and highlights from first half as Ravens hold a 14-7 lead over Cardinals

It can be difficult to win on the road when you’re the favorite, but the Baltimore Ravens have taken the Cardinals best shot, and they still hold a 14-7 lead at the half.

Lamar Jackson has been efficient as a passer, while the Arizona defense has shutdown the Ravens rushing attack.

On defense, Baltimore used a timely turnover and a Gus Edwards touchdown run to take a lead entering the half.

With 30 minutes remaming in the contest here are takeaways from the first half.

Lamar Jackson

Oct 29, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) warms up prior to the game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

Lamar Jackson was 13-19 passing, for 113 yards and 1 touchdown.

Pass catchers

GLENDALE, ARIZONA – OCTOBER 29: Kyzir White #7 of the Arizona Cardinals tackles Mark Andrews #89 of the Baltimore Ravens during the second quarter at State Farm Stadium on October 29, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)

Zay Flowers had 4 catches for 17 yards, while Rashod Bateman led all receivers with 29 yards in the first half.

Mark Andrews had 3 catches for 27 yards and a score.

Ravens defense

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Roquan Smith led the Ravens with 7 first half tackles, and Baltimore only allowed 133 total yards and 9 first downs.

Emari Demercado

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The Cardinals rookie running back has been a bright spot, rushing 14 times for 60 yards in the first half.