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The Baltimore Ravens’ season was on the brink of Week 17 against the Green Bay Packers and they needed a win to keep their playoff chances alive.
Derrick Henry was asked to carry the load and he delivered.
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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, 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. It started with a 3-yard score in the first quarter and followed it up with a 1-yard score and another 3-yard score in the second quarter.
Henry’s fourth touchdown came in the fourth quarter. Baltimore held a 10-point lead and the veteran delivered the dagger on a 25-yard touchdown.
The Ravens won the game 41-24. Henry finished with 216 rushing yards on 36 carries.
Baltimore needed to ride Henry due to injuries to offensive leader Lamar Jackson. He was out for the game due to a back injury. Tyler Huntley replaced Jackson and was 16 of 20 for 107 passing yards. He had a decisive touchdown pass to Zay Flowers in the fourth quarter.
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) scores a touchdown past Green Bay Packers cornerback Carrington Valentine (24) during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
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The Packers lost the NFC North title with the loss, ceding it to the Chicago Bears. Green Bay was also missing a crucial part of its offense in Jordan Love.
Malik Willis took 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 sounded the death knell for the Ravens’ season. He did not finish the game due to an injury to his right shoulder.
Packers wide receiver Christian Watson had five receptions for 113 yards and a touchdown.
The Ravens still need to hope that the Pittsburgh Steelers suffer an upset at the hands of the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. But they can sleep easier knowing they did their part for at least one night when their backs were against the wall.
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Baltimore and Pittsburgh will meet in Week 18.
