Five thoughts on the Ravens’ 13-7 win over the Buffalo Bills Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium:
Old-School Ravens Vibe In First Victory Of Season
Let’s call it Throwback Sunday. There was definitely an old-school vibe to the Ravens’ first opening-day win since 2012. While the offense sputtered at times and did just enough, the defense dominated a Buffalo offense rich in playmakers. If I didn’t know better, I’d say the 2016 defense wanted to prove itself to Rex Ryan and Ed Reed, the Ravens defensive legends who patrolled the visiting sideline Sunday as coaches. Coming off a 2015 season that was rough for Baltimore’s signature unit, Sunday’s performance conjured vivid memories of the defense’s best days.