Five thoughts on the Ravens’ 19-13 season-opening loss to the Denver Broncos Sunday at Sports Authority Field at Mile High Stadium:
Frustrating Because Big Win Was There
For the longest time, it seemed like a game out of the Ravens’ past, when they won with defense, field position, special teams and one big play. They struggled on offense, fell behind early, turned things around with a huge defensive play and seemed to be in control, leading by four points, controlling the line of scrimmage. But they lost control when quarterback Joe Flacco threw an ugly pick-six near the end of the third quarter.