A Recap of the Previous Encounter
The Houston Texans faced off against the Baltimore Ravens on September 10, 2023, at the M&T Bank Stadium. The Ravens emerged victorious with a score of 25-9. The game marked the first-ever for rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud, who passed for 4,108 yards with 23 touchdowns and five interceptions during the season.
Strengths and Weaknesses: Houston Texans
The Texans have shown significant improvement since their season-opening defeat in Baltimore. Despite being considered underdogs, they’ve adopted a “why not us” mentality, hoping to reach their first AFC Championship game in franchise history. Key player C.J. Stroud has been instrumental in their success, with standout performances such as completing 16 out of 21 pass attempts for 274 yards and three touchdowns against the Cleveland Browns.
However, the Texans have struggled with consistency. Their inability to move the ball consistently was evident in their game against the Ravens, where Stroud threw for 236 yards while completing 63.1 percent of his passes.
Strengths and Weaknesses: Baltimore Ravens
The Ravens, led by quarterback Lamar Jackson, finished the regular season with the league’s best record at 13-4. Their strengths lie in their offense, with Jackson passing for 3,678 yards with 24 touchdowns and seven interceptions this season.
However, the Ravens looked out of sync for much of their first game with new offensive coordinator Todd Monken. Despite this, they managed to secure a win against the Texans, indicating their ability to pull through even when not performing at their best.
The Upcoming Match: Texans vs Ravens
The Texans and Ravens are set to face each other again in the AFC Divisional Round of the 2023 playoffs. The game is scheduled for Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 4:30 PM. The Texans will be entering this divisional round as heavy underdogs, but they’re hoping to leverage their improved performance and “why not us” mentality to secure a win.
Conclusion: Anticipation for the Upcoming Clash
The upcoming match between the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens is filled with anticipation. Both teams have shown their strengths and weaknesses throughout the season, and it will be interesting to see how they leverage their strengths and address their weaknesses in the upcoming game
