Ravens Lose 15-Point Leads Under Harbaugh Setting NFL Records

The Baltimore Ravens, led by head coach John Harbaugh, suffered a heartbreaking 41-40 loss to the Buffalo Bills after blowing a 15-point lead in the fourth quarter, continuing a troubling pattern of late-game collapses. This defeat marked Harbaugh's 17th blown double-digit lead since 1991, the most by any NFL coach during that span, and the Ravens became the first team in NFL history to lose a game despite scoring over 40 points and rushing for more than 235 yards. Despite strong performances from quarterback Lamar Jackson and running back Derrick Henry, critical mistakes like Henry's late fumble contributed to the loss. The Ravens' inability to close out games has been a recurring issue, with eight blown double-digit leads since the 2022 season alone, raising concerns about their playoff prospects. Harbaugh acknowledged the frequency of leads but expressed confidence that the team would recover. Former All-Pro cornerback Patrick Peterson emphasized the importance of closing out games for success in the postseason.