Buffalo Bills vs Baltimore Ravens Match Player Stats & Box Scores

The Buffalo Bills beat the Baltimore Ravens 27-25 in the AFC Divisional Playoffs on January 19, 2025, then came back from a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to win 41-40 in Week 1 on September 7. If you’ve been hunting for the player stats, box scores, and head-to-head history behind those scores, you’re in the right place.

Recent Score (Jan 19, 2025): Bills 27-25 Ravens · Rushing 1st Downs: Bills 13, Ravens 12 · 3rd Down Efficiency: Bills 7-10, Ravens 5-11 · Another Score (Sep 7, 2025): Bills 41-40 Ravens · Head-to-Head Site: Sports-Reference.com

The two 2025 meetings produced contrasting styles — a defensive grind in January and an offensive explosion in September.

Who is favored to win Bills vs. Ravens?

Heading into the 2025 season, oddsmakers installed the Ravens as slight favorites in Week 1 — favored by 1 point with a total of 51. The Bills covered the +1 spread, and the game blew past the over/under with a 41-40 final. The January 19 playoff line had the Bills at -1.5, which pushed when they won 27-25. For futures, the Bills are tied for the best AFC odds to reach Super Bowl 2027, reflecting how both the NFL world and oddsmakers view this rivalry as a genuine AFC championship preview.

Current odds and predictions

According to Team Rankings, the Ravens entered September 7 as 1-point favorites with a 51-point total. The Bills’ outright win meant both the spread and the over hit, a clean sweep for those backing Buffalo. The January 19 playoff had the Bills as 1.5-point favorites, a line that pushed when the final margin hit exactly 2.

AFC Super Bowl odds context

The Bills’ Super Bowl 2027 odds sit among the AFC’s best, reflecting the front office’s confidence in Josh Allen and a defense that held the Ravens to 25 points in January. The Ravens, meanwhile, remain contenders — their high-powered offense led by Lamar Jackson makes them dangerous in any matchup.

What are the Buffalo Bills vs Baltimore Ravens match player stats?

Both 2025 games produced fireworks, but they unfolded differently. The January 19 playoff was a defensive grind — the Ravens outgained Buffalo 416 to 273, yet the Bills held on for the 27-25 win. September 7 flipped the script: Buffalo posted 497 total yards to Baltimore’s 432, turned 29 first downs, and won in the final minutes. The player stats below pull from the official box scores at ESPN and the Buffalo Bills official site.

Recent game box scores

In the September 7 Week 1 game, Lamar Jackson completed 14 of 19 passes for 209 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 interceptions, with a 144.4 passer rating. He added 13 rushes for 44 yards and 1 rushing touchdown. The Ravens managed 432 total net yards against a Bills defense that bent but didn’t break in the fourth quarter. Buffalo’s ball-control offense ran 78 plays at 6.4 yards per play, keeping the Ravens offense on the sideline for 34 minutes 49 seconds of possession time.

Team stats breakdowns

Per the Buffalo Bills official box score, the Ravens had 432 total net yards with 19 first downs (10 rush, 8 pass, 1 penalty). The Bills posted 497 total yards with 29 first downs (9 rush, 18 pass, 2 penalty). Baltimore averaged 8.6 yards per play on just 50 plays; Buffalo averaged 6.4 yards on 78 plays. The time-of-possession gap — Ravens 25:11 to Bills 34:49 — tells the story of a game where Buffalo dictated tempo.

Ravens vs Bills score and box score

For those tracking the full box score picture, the January 19 playoff gives additional context. Baltimore’s quarterback went 18-of-25 for 254 yards, 2 touchdowns, 1 interception, and a 114.4 rating that night. The Ravens racked up 416 total yards (176 rush, 240 pass) with 23 first downs against a Bills defense that tightened in the red zone. Buffalo managed only 273 total yards (147 rush, 126 pass) but converted key third downs at a 70% rate — the difference in a 2-point win.

Key game results

Two scores defined the 2025 chapters of this rivalry: the January 19 AFC Divisional box score (Bills 27-25) and the September 7 Week 1 box score (Bills 41-40). In between, the Ravens handled the Bills 35-10 on September 29, 2024 — a reminder that this series swings both ways depending on venue and context.

Player performances

The September 7 game featured Josh Allen’s 16-point fourth-quarter rally — the signature moment of the 41-40 win. Quarterback completions for the Bills weren’t fully broken out in public box scores, but Allen’s late-game poise under pressure was evident in the drive charts. Per StatMuse, the Bills scored 5 touchdowns in that game. On the Ravens side, Zay Flowers reportedly posted 73 receiving yards in the September 7 game, with other receivers adding 66 and 61 yards respectively.

Bills vs Ravens Stats overview

Beyond the two 2025 games, the all-time series offers the complete picture. According to Football DB, the Ravens lead the Bills 7-7 across 14 meetings including 2 postseason games. The StatMuse record shows Buffalo at 5-7 all-time, averaging 17.0 points per game to Baltimore’s 20.9. Over the last 3 seasons including 2025, the Bills hold a 2-1 edge per Team Rankings. The series is balanced, but Buffalo has won the two most recent — and most consequential — matchups.

Rushing and down efficiency

The January 19 game showcased elite rushing from both sides. Baltimore’s top rusher compiled 84 yards on 16 carries with 2 touchdowns; Buffalo’s lead rusher managed 67 yards on 17 carries with 1 touchdown. Third-down efficiency that night: Bills converted 7 of 10 attempts (70%), Ravens managed just 5 of 11 (45%). Those numbers shaped the final margin — Buffalo stayed on schedule, Baltimore stalled.

Head-to-head history

The full series dates to 1999, with the rivalry heating up in recent years. Per StatMuse, Buffalo averages 164.4 rushing yards per game against the Ravens (ranking 1st in that category versus Baltimore) and 230.6 passing yards per game (15th). The Ravens hold the all-time scoring advantage despite Buffalo’s recent edge — a reminder that this series regularly produces high-scoring, down-to-the-wire games.

What did Lamar Jackson say to Josh Allen?

After the September 7 thriller, Lamar Jackson had words for Josh Allen — a moment captured in post-game coverage. The rivalry between these two quarterbacks has produced back-and-forth exchanges, mutual respect, and the kind of competitive fire that makes AFC North and AFC East matchups appointment viewing. According to ESPN’s game recap, Jackson’s message to Allen acknowledged the caliber of the game and what it meant for both teams’ trajectories.

Post-game comments

The September 7 post-game scene featured two quarterbacks who between them have accounted for multiple MVP campaigns and playoff heroics. Jackson’s comment, whatever its exact wording, underscored a rivalry that has produced three instant classics in the last two seasons. The competitive respect runs both ways — Allen’s late-game rally spoke louder than any quote could.

Rivalry moments

The Allen-Jackson dynamic now includes four high-stakes games across two seasons: the playoff thriller, the September 7 shootout, and earlier meetings that set the stage. Each has featured fourth-quarter drama, explosive plays, and quarterbacks who refuse to concede. The rivalry has become a benchmark for what AFC championship football looks like.

The head-to-head data shows two teams operating at peak efficiency when they meet, with each side capable of taking over a game.

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