Ravens clinch win on last-second field goal as Patriots quarterback struggles
Baltimore rookie kicker Tyler Loop delivered a 56-yard game-winner in Rio, while New England quarterback Drake Maye has recorded seven turnovers in three games, the most by a Patriots player in that span in three decades.
Baltimore rookie kicker Tyler Loop redeemed a season-long narrative of missed opportunities with a 56-yard field goal in the final second of the Ravens’ 31-31 tie with the Dallas Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro. The kick, set up by a 27-yard reception from Zay Flowers and a timeout called by quarterback Lamar Jackson, gave Baltimore a 34-31 victory and marked the longest successful attempt of Loop’s career.
Jackson praised Loop’s composure, saying, "Your legacy starting now," and highlighted the special-teams unit’s role in the win. The victory helped the Ravens, now 2-1, maintain a foothold in a competitive AFC North division.
In the AFC East, New England quarterback Drake Maye has struggled, committing seven turnovers in the first three games – the highest total for a Patriots player in the opening three games of a season in the past 30 years, according to NFL research. Maye’s errors include a fumble against Jacksonville and an interception in the end zone against the same opponent. Patriots head coach Bill Belichick emphasized the need for the quarterback to simplify his approach and avoid forcing plays.
Elsewhere, the Pittsburgh Steelers edged the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27, with veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers delivering deep passes after a two-week drought. The Cleveland Browns improved to 2-1, limiting the Carolina Panthers and seeing quarterback Deshaun Watson contribute positively when avoiding mistakes.
The Las Vegas Raiders defeated the New Orleans Saints, recording four fourth-quarter takeaways – a feat not seen since 2022. Tight end Brock Bowers, returning from a knee procedure, posted 10 receptions for 116 yards and a touchdown.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy continued his strong start, throwing for 297 yards and four touchdowns with no turnovers in a win over the Arizona Cardinals. The performance gave him his 14th career game with a passer rating of 130 or higher before age 27, tying the second-most in franchise history.
Injuries continued to affect several teams: the 49ers lost wide receiver Mike Evans to a rib injury and tackle Trent Williams to a stinger, while the Browns and Bengals also dealt with key player absences.