History of The Baltimore Ravens - 2009

2009

In 2009, the Ravens won their first three matches, then lost the next three, including a close overtime match in Minnesota. The rest of the season was an uneven string of wins and losses, which included a home victory over Pittsburgh in overtime followed by a Monday Night loss in Green Bay. That game was notable for the huge number of penalties committed, costing a total of 310 yards, and almost tying with the record set by Tampa Bay and Seattle in 1976. Afterwards, the Ravens easily crushed the Lions and Bears, giving up less than ten points in both games. The next match was against the Steelers, where Baltimore lost a close one before beating the Raiders to end the season. With a record of 9–7, the team finished second in the division and gained another wild card. Moving into the playoffs, they ran over the Patriots, but were not destined to reach the AFC Championship again, as they were routed 20–3 by the Colts in the divisional round a week later.