In 2021, the Baltimore Ravens’ pass defense finished No. 30 in DVOA for the first time since their inaugural season in 1996. They allowed a 128.4 passer rating on 10+ air yards passes in the middle third (No. 32). The Ravens allowed a franchise-worst 10 touchdown passes of 40 or more yards. Divisional rival Cincinnati Bengals’ quarterback Joe Burrow torched the Ravens to the tune of 907 yards in two games, as the Bengals swept the season series.
In summary, the Ravens’ pass defense stunk. All-pro cornerback Marcus Peters missed the season after tearing his ACL the week of the regular season opener.