Takeaways and observations from Ravens’ 22-19 overtime loss to Colts

The Ravens were overwhelming favorites but outsmarted themselves and had costly turnovers in a 22-19 loss to the Colts at M&T Bank Stadium.

Baltimore had multiple chances to win the game before overtime and had legendary kicker Justin Tucker fall just short on a potential game-winning 61-yard field goal attempt at the end of regulation.

Colts kicker Matt Gay outplayed Tucker, setting an NFL record with four field goals of 50-plus yards, including the 53-yard game-winner.

Gardner Minshew was 27-44 passing, for 227 yards and one passing touchdown in relief of Anthony Richardson, who missed the game with a concussion.

The Ravens offense stalled in the overtime period, gaining just 11 yards on two conservative overtime possessions, and went for it on fourth-down in their territory with more than enough time on the clock.

Baltimore turned the ball over on downs after a non-pass interference call on rookie Zay Flowers on fourth-and-3 with 3:25 to go.

With the Ravens set to start preparation on the Browns, here are takeaways and observations of the loss.

Zay Flower is consistent

Indianapolis Colts defensive end Samson Ebukam (52) holds onto Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
Indianapolis Colts defensive end Samson Ebukam (52) holds onto Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.

Another start for rookie wideout Zay Flowers produced another 6+ catch outing, proving that the former Boston College star is unphased by the show.

Flowers had eight catches for 48 yards on ten targets.

Lamar Jackson

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) heads toward the end zone for a first quarter touchdown on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) heads toward the end zone for a first quarter touchdown on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.

Sunday marked Jackson’s first 100-yard rushing game since Week 3 of last season against New England.

Justin Tucker Mr. Reliable was slightly short

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Mandatory Credit: Brent Skeen-USA TODAY Sports

With his 50-yard FG, Justin Tucker now has 58 field goals from 50 and beyond. That’s the second-most in NFL history.

He would be evenutally be overshadowed by Matt Gay, who nailed five field goals in the upset win.

Brandon Stephens

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Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

The talented cornerback had 10 tackles and two passes defended in another strong outing.

Jadeveon Clowney

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(Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Clowney quietly finished the afternoon with 3 tackles, one half a sack, and two quarterback hits.

Gus Edwards concussion

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Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Edwards finished with 11 carries for 51 yards, but will add to the Ravens growing injury list.

Story originally appeared on Ravens Wire