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Zay Flowers' Injury Clouds Ravens' Showdown with Bills

1/18/2025

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Story summary

Baltimore Ravens' star wide receiver Zay Flowers is facing uncertainty ahead of Sunday’s crucial divisional clash against the Buffalo Bills, as he remains sidelined with a knee injury from Week 18. After a remarkable season with 1,059 receiving yards, his absence was felt during the wild-card victory over the Steelers. Will he make a comeback in time?

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Historical Context

Zay Flowers' knee injury echoes a long history of NFL playoff challenges. Injuries have shaped postseason outcomes since the league's inception. Notably, in 1993, the Buffalo Bills overcame a 35-point deficit against the Houston Oilers, showcasing resilience amid adversity—just as the Ravens hope to do without Flowers.

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Story summary

Baltimore Ravens' star wide receiver Zay Flowers is facing uncertainty ahead of Sunday’s crucial divisional clash against the Buffalo Bills, as he remains sidelined with a knee injury from Week 18. After a remarkable season with 1,059 receiving yards, his absence was felt during the wild-card victory over the Steelers. Will he make a comeback in time?

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