Game story
In Week 4 of the 2021 NFL season on 2021-10-03, the Baltimore Ravens took care of business against the Denver Broncos, pulling away with a 23–7 final that controlled the game from start to finish.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 24 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
L. Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) paced the passing game, with +8.63 total EPA, and +0.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, L. Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +8.63 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (+14.6% win probability) landed in the second quarter when Baltimore Ravens changed the game: (7:18) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 5-M.Brown for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-M.Purcell].
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q4 | — | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 17 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Denver Broncos | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 L. Jackson · Baltimore Ravens · Passing · +8.63 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.21 EPA/play
- 2 J. Proche · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +6.19 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.03 EPA/play
- 3 M. Brown · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +6.14 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.23 EPA/play
- 4 M. Andrews · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +3.09 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.39 EPA/play
- 5 L. Jackson · Baltimore Ravens · Rushing · +2.14 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 6 M. Gordon · Denver Broncos · Rushing · +1.47 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play
- 7 S. Watkins · Baltimore Ravens · Receiving · +1.25 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.18 EPA/play
- 8 N. Fant · Denver Broncos · Receiving · +1.16 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
L. Jackson — BAL · Passing
L. Jackson posted the highest total EPA (+8.63) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Baltimore Ravens's efficiency. Across 42 counted snaps, they averaged +0.21 EPA per play.
The signature play (+4.80 EPA) came from Baltimore Ravens: (7:18) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 5-M.Brown for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-M.Purcell].
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Denver Broncos — N. Fant (T. Bridgewater pass)
- Baltimore Ravens — L. Murray
- Baltimore Ravens — M. Brown (L. Jackson pass)
Field goals
- Baltimore Ravens — J. Tucker
- Baltimore Ravens — J. Tucker
- Baltimore Ravens — J. Tucker
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 17–7. Denver Broncos found the end zone from the BAL 3 (Q2 44:22) — (14:22) (Shotgun) 5-T.Bridgewater pass short left to 87-N.Fant for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Denver Broncos added 1 points from the BAL 15 (Q2 44:18) — 8-B.McManus extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-S.Martin.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the DEN 11 (Q2 40:28) — (10:28) (Shotgun) 28-L.Murray left end for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the DEN 15 (Q2 40:21) — 9-J.Tucker extra point is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Baltimore Ravens found the end zone from the DEN 49 (Q2 37:18) — (7:18) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 5-M.Brown for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-M.Purcell].; Baltimore Ravens added 1 points from the DEN 15 (Q2 37:09) — 9-J.Tucker extra point is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the DEN 22 (Q2 30:02) — (:02) 9-J.Tucker 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch..
The fourth quarter: Baltimore Ravens won the period 6–0. Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the DEN 28 (Q4 13:43) — (13:43) 9-J.Tucker 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch.; Baltimore Ravens connected on a field goal from the DEN 2 (Q4 1:54) — (1:54) 9-J.Tucker 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 37:18) — (7:18) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 5-M.Brown for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-M.Purcell].
- Denver Broncos (Q1 46:02) — (1:02) 33-J.Williams right tackle to BAL 9 for 31 yards (44-M.Humphrey).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 33:59) — (3:59) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep middle to 5-M.Brown to BAL 43 for 32 yards (22-K.Jackson).
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 40:28) — (10:28) (Shotgun) 28-L.Murray left end for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Denver Broncos (Q3 25:28) — (10:28) 3-D.Lock sacked at DEN 36 for -8 yards (54-T.Bowser).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q2 37:18) — (7:18) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 5-M.Brown for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-M.Purcell].
- Denver Broncos (Q4 0:10) — (:10) (Shotgun) 3-D.Lock pass short left intended for 14-C.Sutton INTERCEPTED by 23-A.Averett at BAL -8. Touchback.
- Baltimore Ravens (Q4 4:36) — (4:36) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass short left to 11-J.Proche pushed ob at DEN 28 for 32 yards (22-K.Jackson).
- Denver Broncos (Q2 30:48) — (:48) 6-S.Martin punts 56 yards to BAL 32, Center-46-J.Bobenmoyer. 13-D.Duvernay to DEN 26 for 42 yards (43-M.Kiser).
Quarterback report card
L.Jackson led all passers in efficiency for Baltimore Ravens, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- L.Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) · 42 dropbacks · 52.4% completion · +0.8% CPOE · +0.21 EPA/play · +8.63 total EPA
- D.Lock (Denver Broncos) · 25 dropbacks · 48.0% completion · -8.1% CPOE · -0.40 EPA/play · -9.94 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Baltimore Ravens | Denver Broncos |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.037 | -0.212 |
| Offensive success rate | 46.7% | 33.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.206 | -0.363 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.133 | +0.105 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.212 | -0.037 |
| Defensive success rate | 66.2% | 53.3% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Baltimore Ravens generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.04 vs -0.21), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Baltimore Ravens: 13 drives, +3.29 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Denver Broncos: 12 drives, -16.98 total EPA, 1 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Baltimore Ravens leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- L. Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- D. Lock (DEN) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- Denver Broncos TD (+6) — Q2 44:22 · BAL 3 · Score 0-6
(14:22) (Shotgun) 5-T.Bridgewater pass short left to 87-N.Fant for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Denver Broncos XP (+1) — Q2 44:18 · BAL 15 · Score 0-7
8-B.McManus extra point is GOOD, Center-46-J.Bobenmoyer, Holder-6-S.Martin. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 40:28 · DEN 11 · Score 6-7
(10:28) (Shotgun) 28-L.Murray left end for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 40:21 · DEN 15 · Score 7-7
9-J.Tucker extra point is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens TD (+6) — Q2 37:18 · DEN 49 · Score 13-7
(7:18) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 5-M.Brown for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-M.Purcell]. - Baltimore Ravens XP (+1) — Q2 37:09 · DEN 15 · Score 14-7
9-J.Tucker extra point is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q2 30:02 · DEN 22 · Score 17-7
(:02) 9-J.Tucker 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q4 13:43 · DEN 28 · Score 20-7
(13:43) 9-J.Tucker 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch. - Baltimore Ravens FG (+3) — Q4 1:54 · DEN 2 · Score 23-7
(1:54) 9-J.Tucker 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-N.Moore, Holder-4-S.Koch.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Baltimore Ravens vs Denver Broncos?
The Baltimore Ravens beat the Denver Broncos 23-7 in Week 4, 2021 on 2021-10-03.
What was the final score of Baltimore Ravens vs Denver Broncos?
The final score was Baltimore Ravens 23, Denver Broncos 7 (BAL 23-7 DEN) in Week 4, 2021 on 2021-10-03.
What was the score by quarter in Baltimore Ravens vs Denver Broncos?
Q2: Baltimore Ravens 17, Denver Broncos 7; Q4: Baltimore Ravens 6, Denver Broncos 0; Final: Baltimore Ravens 23, Denver Broncos 7.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Baltimore Ravens vs Denver Broncos?
Denver Broncos touchdown — N. Fant (T. Bridgewater pass) (Q2 44:22) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — L. Murray (Q2 40:28) Baltimore Ravens touchdown — M. Brown (L. Jackson pass) (Q2 37:18) Baltimore Ravens field goal — J. Tucker (Q2 30:02, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — J. Tucker (Q4 13:43, 3 pts) Baltimore Ravens field goal — J. Tucker (Q4 1:54, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Baltimore Ravens vs Denver Broncos?
L. Jackson (Baltimore Ravens), 52.4% completion, +0.8% CPOE, +0.21 EPA per dropback, +8.63 total passing EPA. D. Lock (Denver Broncos), 48.0% completion, -8.1% CPOE, -0.40 EPA per dropback, -9.94 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Baltimore Ravens vs Denver Broncos?
L. Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) led the game in total EPA with +8.63 on passing plays. across 42 snaps. The top single-play swing was (+4.80 EPA): (7:18) (Shotgun) 8-L.Jackson pass deep left to 5-M.Brown for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN [98-M.Purcell].. The biggest win-probability swing was +14.6%.
Season records after this game
Baltimore Ravens
Entered 2-1 Now 3-1 W
Denver Broncos
Entered 3-0 Now 3-1 L
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