Many of you probably remember this one, so it can’t be a “forgotten” classic. However, when I scored this game over the last couple of days, I found enough drama, missed opportunity, oddity, and historical significance, it could easily make 2 pieces.
Background
Through 7 games of the 1996 season, the Rams and Ravens were both 2-5. The Rams were ranked last in both offensive and defensive yards. The Ravens entered the game on a 3-game losing streak that included blown fourth-quarter leads (a recurring theme in 1996) at Indianapolis and Denver the previous 2 weeks.