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Ravens Fall to Bills: Controversial Punt Decision Haunts Harbaugh

9/11/2025

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The Baltimore Ravens lost 41-40 to the Buffalo Bills, prompting scrutiny over their decision to punt on fourth-and-3 with 1:33 remaining.
Coach John Harbaugh considered going for it but chose to punt due to field position concerns.
Lamar Jackson experienced cramping during the game, which influenced the decision to punt.
He began cramping earlier in the drive and was hydrating with pickle juice.
Jackson, who had 70 rushing yards and two touchdowns, felt cramps hindered his performance in key moments.

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The Baltimore Ravens lost 41-40 to the Buffalo Bills, prompting scrutiny over their decision to punt on fourth-and-3 with 1:33 remaining.
Coach John Harbaugh considered going for it but chose to punt due to field position concerns.
Lamar Jackson experienced cramping during the game, which influenced the decision to punt.
He began cramping earlier in the drive and was hydrating with pickle juice.
Jackson, who had 70 rushing yards and two touchdowns, felt cramps hindered his performance in key moments.