Ravens Rally Past Falcons 30-23 as Huntley Leads Overtime Win

The Baltimore Ravens overcame a fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the Atlanta Falcons 30-23 in overtime during their Week 5 Sunday Night Football matchup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. With Lamar Jackson sidelined by injury, backup quarterback Tyler Huntley helped Baltimore recover from a 23-15 deficit, while safety Kyle Hamilton secured the victory with an interception of Tua Tagovailoa in overtime.

According to NFL.com, Huntley scored a 1-yard rushing touchdown in overtime to give Baltimore a 29-23 lead. The Ravens completed the scoring with the extra point, reaching 30 points after Atlanta had controlled much of the contest.

Atlanta's offense faced a critical setback when starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. suffered a rib injury late in regulation. He completed 19 of 32 passes for 240 yards and a touchdown before leaving the field for overtime, according to Sports Yahoo.

The Falcons turned to Tagovailoa, who had briefly replaced Penix during the fourth quarter. The veteran quarterback entered overtime with Atlanta trailing and needing a score, but Hamilton intercepted his pass to end the game.

Atlanta had opportunities to build a larger advantage earlier in the second half. Running back Bijan Robinson broke through Baltimore's defense for a 38-yard gain that moved the Falcons into the red zone, according to Sports Yahoo.

However, Penix missed two end-zone throws, forcing Atlanta to settle for a field goal and a 17-9 lead. One pass sailed just beyond the reach of offensive tackle Jake Matthews, who had reported as an eligible receiver and was unmarked in the end zone.

Matthews was making his 200th consecutive start, a milestone that placed him among only five offensive linemen in NFL history to achieve that feat, according to NBC Sports. His father, Bruce Matthews, recorded 229 consecutive starts during his Hall of Fame career.

Baltimore continued to rely on its running game and Huntley's passing as the comeback developed. Derrick Henry scored on an 18-yard touchdown run to bring the Ravens within two points at 17-15, according to NFL.com.

Atlanta extended its lead with a 48-yard field goal from Nick Folk before Huntley connected with Devontez Walker for a 7-yard touchdown pass. With 40 seconds remaining in regulation, Baltimore still needed a successful two-point conversion to tie the game.

Henry converted the attempt, bringing the score to 23-23 and forcing overtime. The late rally erased Atlanta's advantage and gave Baltimore another opportunity to win despite Jackson's absence.

The Falcons had entered halftime ahead 14-9 after a first half marked by limited offensive production. NBC Sports reported that Penix threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to tight end Kyle Pitts with 2:24 remaining in the second quarter.

Atlanta generated just four first downs and 115 total yards in the opening half. The Falcons' other touchdown came when safety Jessie Bates III recovered a fumble by Ravens tight end Mark Andrews and returned it 36 yards for a score.

Baltimore moved the ball more consistently before halftime but struggled to finish drives. Huntley completed 11 of 18 passes for 97 yards through two quarters, while kicker Tyler Loop accounted for all nine of the Ravens' points with field goals.

According to Sports Yahoo, Penix received medical attention after a hard hit during Atlanta's final regulation drive. He briefly returned after missing one play but continued to receive treatment on the sideline before sitting out overtime with the rib injury.