Takeaways and observations from Ravens 23-7 win over Jaguars on SNF

Lamar Jackson accounted for 268 total yards, and Baltimore rushed for 251 yards as Todd Monken’s group firmly established themselves in the trenches on both sides of the football in a dominant performance against Jacksonville.

The Ravens are 11-3 and sitting atop the AFC after a 23-7 win over the Jaguars that wasn’t as close as the score indicates.

With preparation for a monster showdown against the 49ers looming, here are takeaways and observations from the win.

Ravens allowed an explosive play

Dec 17, 2023; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jamal Agnew (39) runs the ball against the Baltimore Ravens in the first quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-USA TODAY Sports

This was the one explosive play for Jacksonville.

Trevor Lawrence's 65-yard TD pass to Jamal Agnew traveled 50.0 yards of air distance, Lawrence's longest completion this season.

Lawrence on Play Action (since Week 11)

🔹 471 yards (2nd)
🔹 12.8 air yards per attempt (1st)

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— Next Gen Stats (@NextGenStats) December 18, 2023

Keaton Mitchell injury

Dec 17, 2023; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) hands off to running back Keaton Mitchell (34) against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Mitchell suffered what John Harbaugh desscribed as a season ending injury in the second half.

Ravens consistent on the ground

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 17: Gus Edwards #35 of the Baltimore Ravens runs with the ball as Andrew Wingard #42 of the Jacksonville Jaguars attempts a tackle during the fourth quarter at EverBank Stadium on December 17, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

Lamar Jackson plays a huge role in this stat.

#Ravens are the 7th team in NFL history with 30 straight games with 100 rush yards, per @ESPNStatsInfo

— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) December 18, 2023

Ravens running backs

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 17: Keaton Mitchell #34 of the Baltimore Ravens runs with the ball against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the third quarter at EverBank Stadium on December 17, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

Lamar Jackson led the team in rushing, but the trio of running backs helped punish the Jaguars.

Keaton Mitchell led Baltimore with 9 carries for 73 yards before his injury, while Gus Edwards had 16 carries for 58 yards and a score.

GUS BUS TOUCHDOWN 🚍

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— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) December 18, 2023

Kyle Hamilton

Dec 17, 2023; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Calvin Ridley (0) runs after the catch against Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton (14) in the second quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-USA TODAY Sports

An All-Pro caliber safety, Hamilton led the Ravens with seven tackles, 1 tackle for loss and 1 pass defended a week after suffering a knee injury.

Roquan Smith-Patrick Queen

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 17: Travis Etienne Jr. #1 of the Jacksonville Jaguars is tackled by Patrick Queen #6 of the Baltimore Ravens during the first quarter at EverBank Stadium on December 17, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

The dynamic linebacker duo combined for 10 tackles on the night and held Jacksonville to under 80 yards rushing.

Ravens pass catchers

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 17: Odell Beckham Jr. #3 of the Baltimore Ravens looks on against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the third quarter at EverBank Stadium on December 17, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Courtney Culbreath/Getty Images)

Isaiah Likely led the Ravens with five catches for 70 yards and a touchdown, while Rashod Bateman made his presence known, snagging three receptions for 39 yards in the first half.

Odell Beckham and Zay Flowers cobined for two catches for 21 yards.