Ravens Look to Fix Four Problem Areas Ahead of Cowboys Game in Brazil

After blowing a fourth-quarter lead against New Orleans, Baltimore heads into its Week 3 meeting with Dallas needing to clean up several self-inflicted mistakes.

The Baltimore Ravens fell to 1-1 on the season after a 24-17 Week 2 loss to the New Orleans Saints, a game Baltimore led 17-9 heading into the fourth quarter. Ahead of their Week 3 matchup with the Dallas Cowboys in Brazil, a Yahoo Sports analysis identified four areas the team needs to correct following the defeat.

Kicking was the first concern. Tyler Loop missed a field goal against New Orleans, and while the attempt was tipped at the line of scrimmage, the analysis noted that questions about his reliability remain after years of strong kicking in Baltimore.

The Ravens also struggled to capitalize on favorable field position. Three drives that started in or crossed into Saints territory produced no points, including a final possession that ended when Lamar Jackson's deep pass was intercepted by Julian Blackmon with 13 seconds remaining. A late third-quarter drive that began at the New Orleans 49-yard line stalled after a pre-snap penalty.

Penalties at costly moments also hurt Baltimore. After a Chris Olave touchdown, a penalty on an apparent stop of a two-point try gave New Orleans another chance, which the Saints converted. Travis Etienne Jr. then tied the game at 17.

Finally, the analysis questioned Derrick Henry's workload. Henry ran for 68 yards on 16 carries while the team totaled just 22 rushing attempts, and he was on the sideline during a key short-yardage situation. The piece argued that sustained ball control against Dallas would help keep Lamar Jackson on the field and limit chances for Dak Prescott and the Cowboys' playmakers.