Instant Analysis: New England Patriots Defeat Ravens
The New England Patriots emerged from a heavyweight battle against the Baltimore Ravens bloodied and bruised. Starting center Bryan Stork and cornerback Brandon Browner both left the game with knee injuries and the Patriots were forced to test their depth on both sides of the ball. Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco led his team to two separate 14-point leads in the game with four touchdown passes and the Ravens played a complete game on both sides of the ball. Despite the Ravens effort, the Patriots held on for a 35-31 win to escape a tough match-up.
The New England Patriots emerged from a heavyweight battle against the Baltimore Ravens bloodied and bruised. Starting center Bryan Stork and cornerback Brandon Browner both left the game with knee injuries and the Patriots were forced to test their depth on both sides of the ball. Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco led his team to two separate 14-point leads in the game with four touchdown passes and the Ravens played a complete game on both sides of the ball. Despite the Ravens effort, the Patriots held on for a 35-31 win to escape a tough match-up.
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