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The Baltimore Ravens’ season was on the brink in Week 17 against the Green Bay Packers and they needed a win to keep their playoff chances alive.
Derrick Henry was called upon to carry the load and he got the job done.
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Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) celebrates in the stands after scoring a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers during the second half of an NFL football game on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
The star running back got the ball early and often. He scored three touchdowns in the first half – all on the ground. He opened the first quarter with a 3-yard score and followed it with a 1-yard score and a 3-yard score in the second quarter.
Henry’s fourth touchdown came in the fourth quarter. Baltimore was up by 10 points and the veteran threw a dagger 25-yard touchdown.
The Ravens won the game 41–24. Henry finished with 216 rushing yards on 36 carries.
With offensive line leader Lamar Jackson injured, Baltimore needed to ride Henry. He was out of the game due to a back injury. Tyler Huntley replaced Jackson and was 16 of 20 for 107 passing yards. He had a clutch touchdown pass to Jay Flowers in the fourth quarter.
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) scores a touchdown over Green Bay Packers cornerback Carrington Valentine (24) during the first half of an NFL football game on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
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With this loss, the Packers lost the NFC North title and handed it to the Chicago Bears. Green Bay was also missing a key part of its offense in Jordan Love.
Malik Willis got the start and did the best he could. He had 288 passing yards, one touchdown pass, 60 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. He showed tremendous heart and almost ended the Ravens’ season. He did not finish the game due to a right shoulder injury.
Packers wide receiver Christian Watson had five catches for 113 yards and a touchdown.
The Ravens will still have to hope the Pittsburgh Steelers suffer an upset at the hands of the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. But they can sleep easier knowing that they did their job for at least one night when their back was against the wall.
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Baltimore and Pittsburgh will meet in Week 18.
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