Ravens Edge Falcons in Overtime, Highlighting Mutual Respect Between Star Running Backs

The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Atlanta Falcons 30-23 in overtime during a primetime matchup. The contest featured a showdown between two of the league’s premier running backs, with the outcome decided in the extra period.

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• Derrick Henry recorded 102 rushing yards on 24 carries and added an 18-yard reception that resulted in a touchdown.

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• Bijan Robinson amassed 86 rushing yards and caught four passes for 32 yards, but did not score, ending a stretch that had included touchdowns in his two previous games.

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Following the game, Henry posted a video addressed to Robinson, praising him as “one of the greatest” at his position and wishing him continued health. Robinson responded in kind, noting that he has been watching Henry for a long time, describing his respect as “out of this world” and calling Henry’s on-field talents a “blessing.” Both players emphasized the camaraderie and role-model status they see in each other.

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• “You're one of the greatest at this [expletive]. I'm talking about you,” — Derrick Henry

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• “He's one of the guys that I've been watching for a long time. My respect for him is out of this world. The things that he's able to do still to this point, that's just a blessing,” — Bijan Robinson

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