Ravens intercept Mayfield three times in 26-20 win over Buccaneers

Baltimore, MD - The Baltimore Ravens overcame a sizable deficit in offensive production and intercepted Baker Mayfield three times in a 26-20 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 14.

Baltimore created enough separation to protect an advantage as the game progressed, then absorbed Tampa Bay's push as the margin narrowed. The Ravens finished with only 269 offensive yards, but they scored on all four of their red-zone trips, producing two touchdowns and two field goals inside the 20.

The result moved Baltimore forward from its 8-4 record entering the week. Tampa Bay, which arrived in Baltimore on a three-game losing streak, saw that skid extend to four games.

The game's clearest statistical contrast came through the air. Mayfield led all passers with 254 yards and threw a touchdown, but he completed 21 of 41 attempts and finished with three interceptions and a 48.2 passer rating. Baltimore did not throw an interception.

"You can't turn it over three times and expect the rest of the numbers to cover that up," Mayfield said. "We moved the ball, and there were stretches where we had what we wanted, but I have to be better with the football."

Tampa Bay's production was substantial. The Buccaneers amassed 416 offensive yards, including 162 on the ground, and recorded 18 first downs. Baltimore countered with 179 passing yards, 90 rushing yards and 17 first downs.

Bucky Irving supplied the game's top rushing performance, gaining 111 yards on 11 carries with a game-long run of 24 yards. His average of more than 10 yards per attempt gave Tampa Bay an explosive element even as the Buccaneers tried to erase Baltimore's advantage.

Mayfield also added 28 yards on seven carries. In the passing game, Emeka Egbuka caught four passes for a game-high-tying 69 yards, while Cade Otton finished with five receptions for 55 yards. Ted Hurst III caught four passes for 47 yards and scored Tampa Bay's receiving touchdown.

The Buccaneers reached the red zone four times, coming away with two touchdowns and one field goal. They converted 5 of 14 third downs and 2 of 3 fourth downs, but their yardage advantage did not translate into the lead they needed by the finish.

For Baltimore, Lamar Jackson completed 18 of 32 passes for 179 yards and finished with a 72.2 passer rating. He added 34 yards on 11 rushing attempts and scored a rushing touchdown, giving the Ravens production beyond a passing game that remained relatively modest.

"It wasn't one of those days where everything came easy," Jackson said. "We had to take the points that were there and stay patient. Finishing every trip in the red zone with points was important for us."

Ja’Kobi Lane became Jackson's most frequent target, catching eight passes for 69 yards. No other Baltimore receiver reached 50 yards, and the Ravens leaned on shorter gains rather than producing a stream of explosive completions. Jackson's longest pass went for 22 yards.

Derrick Henry handled a game-high 14 rushing attempts but was limited to 44 yards, with a long of seven. Baltimore converted only 3 of 13 third downs, another sign that the offense did not consistently extend possessions. The Ravens were successful on their lone fourth-down attempt.

Both defenses recorded three sacks, but Baltimore held the major advantage in interceptions, 3-0. That distinction stood out in a game otherwise filled with Tampa Bay advantages in passing yards, rushing yards, offensive yards and first downs.

The six-point final margin reflected a competitive finish without erasing the broader contrast. Tampa Bay generated 147 more offensive yards than Baltimore, yet the Ravens emerged with 26 points and the victory. Baltimore left Week 14 having followed up its previous win, while the Buccaneers' losing streak reached four games.

Up Next

The Ravens will travel to face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15 looking to build on the victory, while the Buccaneers return home to host the New Orleans Saints and try to end their skid.