41–40 SHOCKER: Bills Rip Victory From Ravens in Wild Week 1 Finish
Baltimore Ravens vs Buffalo Bills — NFL 2025 Season Week 1 • Highmark Stadium
The 2025 NFL season opened in electrifying fashion at Highmark Stadium as the Buffalo Bills overcame a 14-point deficit to edge the Baltimore Ravens 41–40. Quarterback Josh Allen engineered a historic fourth-quarter comeback, while the Ravens—despite early dominance— faltered under relentless second-half pressure.
Fast Start from Baltimore
Led by Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, the Ravens struck early. Jackson connected with Rashod Bateman for a 20-yard TD, and Henry’s punishing runs pushed Baltimore to a 27–13 halftime lead.
Bills Adjust and Rally
After halftime, Allen exploited coverage with quick passes to Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis. Coordinator Ken Dorsey’s adjustments neutralized Baltimore’s pass rush, sustaining long drives.
Momentum Shifts in the Third
A penalty erased Baltimore momentum; Allen struck to Diggs for a TD. The Ravens’ drives faltered, with Jackson pressured into sacks and hurried throws.
A Fourth-Quarter Classic
Down 34–27, Allen threw a 23-yard TD to Davis, then capitalized on a Ravens fumble. With under two minutes left, he hit Davis again for the game-winning 41–40 score.
Stat Leaders
- Lamar Jackson: 27/41, 310 YDS, 2 TD; 62 rush YDS, 1 TD
- Derrick Henry: 105 rush YDS, 1 TD
- Josh Allen: 29/42, 375 YDS, 3 pass TD; 1 rush TD
- Stefon Diggs: 8 REC, 122 YDS, 2 TD
- Gabe Davis: 6 REC, 105 YDS, 2 TD (game-winner)
Bottom line: Buffalo’s 41–40 comeback was a masterclass in resilience and execution. Josh Allen’s brilliance turned the tide, while Baltimore’s struggles under pressure revealed adjustments still to be made. Week 1 delivered a thriller that sets the tone for the 2025 season.
