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Baltimore RavensThe season was on the rocks heading into Week 17 against the Green Bay Packers and they needed a win to keep their playoff chances alive.
Derrick Henry he was asked to carry a load and he delivered it.
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Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) celebrates in the stands after scoring 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 Luedtke)
The star guard got the ball early and often. He scored three touchdowns in the first half, all on the ground. He started with a 3-yard score in the first quarter, then scored for 1 yard and again for 3 yards in the second quarter.
Henry's fourth touchdown came in the fourth quarter. Baltimore held a 10-point lead and the veteran hit a 25-yard touchdown dagger.
The Ravens won the game 41–24. Henry finished with 216 yards on 36 carries.
Baltimore had to ride Henry due to injuries to their offensive leader. Lamar Jackson. He left the game with a back injury. Tyler Huntley replaced Jackson and was 16-of-20 passing for 107 yards. In the fourth quarter, he had a touchdown pass to Zay Flowers.
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 on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (AP Photo/Matt Luedtke)
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The Packers lost the NFC North title with a loss to the Chicago Bears. Green Bay also missed a crucial part of its offense against Jordan Love.
Malik Willis started and did his best. He had 288 passing yards, a touchdown pass, 60 yards and two touchdowns. He showed a lot of heart and nearly 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 one touchdown.
The Ravens still have hope that the Pittsburgh Steelers will suffer defeat at the hands of Cleveland Browns on Sunday. But they can sleep easier knowing that at least for one night they got the job done with their backs against the wall.
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Baltimore and Pittsburgh will meet in Week 18.
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