Linebackers Secondary

Middle linebacker Roquan Smith led the Ravens in tackles with eight and fellow inside linebacker Patrick Queen had six, but they missed a lot of tackles in the open field, especially after short receptions. Queen had played well the previous two games, but he struggled Sunday. Outside linebacker Tyus Bowser had three tackles, including a sack, and he was a consistent force rushing the passer. He also held the edge well against the running game.

It was only a matter of time before the weaknesses in the Ravens’ secondary were exposed, especially at cornerback. Opposing teams have singled out and attacked Marcus Peters since the loss to the Dolphins in Week 2 and Brandon Stephens is slow, rigid and a better fit at safety. Starting cornerback Marlon Humphrey played well in the slot, off the edge and near the line of scrimmage, finishing with six tackles, a sack and two tackles for loss. Safety Marcus Williams, who is nearing a return after dislocating his wrist in Week 5, will help once he gets into playing shape, but he doesn’t play cornerback.