This week’s iteration of “Sunday Night Football” pits two of football’s greatest showmen against one another.
The Bills and Ravens are set to lock horns on Sunday night. Their duel sets the stage for another, higher-profile one: a clash of titans under center: Josh Allen vs. Lamar Jackson.
As far as hurling matchups go, it doesn’t get much better than this. Allen is the MVP frontrunner through three games, having seemingly suppressed his turnover gene while propelling Buffalo’s Joe Brady-led offense to new heights to start the campaign. Less than a week ago, he was setting the Jaguars’ weary defense to shreds in a first-half four TD display. At 3-0, the Bills fancy themselves Super Bowl contenders. Given Allen’s scintillating play, they very well could be.
The Wyoming alum will have quite the dance partner on Sunday night in the form of Jackson, the league’s reigning MVP winner. The 26-year old hasn’t proven quite as prolific as Allen has in the opening paces of the season. But he’s been strong for 1-2 Baltimore, particularly in the short and intermediate game.
With Derrick Henry coming to life as of late and Jackson inching ever-so-close to his award-winning best, John Harbaugh’s squad still has its sights set on a Lombardi Trophy. A victory against Buffalo would go a long way convincing others of that claim’s validity.
The Sporting News is tracking live updates from Sunday’s contest between the Bills and the Ravens. Follow below for highlights, analysis and more as Buffalo and Baltimore duke it out at M&T Bank Stadium.
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Bills vs. Ravens score
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| Bills | 3 | 0 | x | x | x |
| Ravens | 7 | 7 | x | x | x |
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Bills vs. Ravens live updates, results, highlights from ‘Sunday Night Football’
(All times ET)
9:12 p.m.: Nelson Agholor makes quite the catch in between the underneath coverage, helping the Ravens convert on third-and-long. Baltimore’s offense has been quite impressive in the opening two frames.
9:09 p.m.: Jackson finds his target on the opening play, dropping a pass right into Isaiah Likely’s lap for 26 yards.
9:05 p.m.: Buffalo’s successive drive turns to ashes after three plays. All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton corralled Dawson Knox right when it appeared as if he would sidle beyond the first-down marker. The ball is returning to Jackson and his troops once more.
9:01 p.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Henry sneaks into the end zone for his second score of the day, snagging Jackson’s pass for his first receiving TD since 2019.
He’s at it again! 2 TDs on the night for @KingHenry_2 👑
📺: #BUFvsBAL on NBC/Peacock
📱: Stream on #NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/BdfvMXGspE— NFL (@NFL) September 30, 2024
Ravens 14, Bills 3
End of first quarter: Ravens 7, Bills 3
8:56 p.m.: Baltimore’s offense is clicking to start this one. John Harbaugh’s squad has the ball on the cusp of the goal line, capitalizing on strong runs by Henry and Jackson, a gaudy catch and run by Flowers and a timely Wayne Smoot unsportsmanlike conduct penalty.
8:53 p.m.: Solid start to Baltimore’s second drive. Jackson hits Zay Flowers to pick up the first down on the first play of the possession. Then, Jackson, Henry and Justice Hill collaborate to bring the Ravens beyond midfield.
8:49 p.m.: FIELD GOAL! Bass’ attempt find its mark. The Bills are on the board.
Ravens 7, Bills 3
8:48 p.m.: Allen scampers for nine years, setting up a 50-yarder for marksman Tyler Bass.
8:46 p.m.: Allen was unable to find his target on third-and-long. However, John Harbaugh opts to accept holding call and make the Bills re-do the down.
8:43 p.m.: Khalil Shakir is slow to get up after fielding an Allen throw and acting towards the timeline before being swallowed up by a sea of Baltimore defenders. He appeared to be gesturing towards his lower leg as medical personnel may their way towards him.
8:39 p.m.: Buffalo is methodically moving the ball down the field in its second possession of the night. Allen, James Cook and Dalton Kincaid have helped the Bills breach into Ravens territory.
8:37 p.m.: Historic level of production by King Henry in his career to date.
Derrick Henry has 3 rushing TD of 80+ yards in his career.
The only players with more in @nfl history are Chris Johnson (6) and Adrian Peterson (5).#RavensFlock @NFLPlus
— Tony Holzman-Escareno (@FrontOfficeNFL) September 30, 2024
8:32 p.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Derrick Henry races 87 yards down the field on Baltimore’s first play of scrimmage to give the Ravens a lead! Masterful blocking across the trenches opened up an alley for the future Hall of Famer to trot through. That’s the third-longest score of his career.
DERRICK FREAKIN’ HENRY!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/xhYv0apEQu
— NFL (@NFL) September 30, 2024
Ravens 7, Bills 0
8:28 p.m.: The Bills boot the ball to the Ravens after their drive sputters around midfield. Jackson and Co. will take over inside their own 20.
8:25 p.m.: Buffalo is already gunning for it early. Just converted on fourth and inches from its own 39 after Allen sneaks through the mire.
8:23 p.m.: And here we go! Justin Tucker’s kick caroms off the crossbar. And the Bills will stream onto the field to start the action.
8:00 p.m.: Another Hall-of-Fame-caliber talent is gracing the M&T Stadium concourses, this one of a Bills disposition; Bruce Smith is in the house!
Bruuuuuuuuuuuuce! 🐐@VonMiller | #BUFvsBAL pic.twitter.com/8eXywYwa9T
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) September 30, 2024
7:45 p.m.: Look who else is making an appearance: former Ravens wideout Steve Smith. Not only is he at M&T Bank Stadium. He’s also representing the team’s marching band:
We have a special member of the Marching Ravens tonight. 👀 pic.twitter.com/5KHl8tEL1z
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) September 29, 2024
7:30 p.m.: Here are the Ravens and Bills’ inactive lists ahead of tonight’s contest.
Today’s inactives vs. the Bills: pic.twitter.com/tn6mIodE05
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) September 29, 2024
Tonight’s inactives. #BUFvsBAL pic.twitter.com/oGn7YIrjiQ
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) September 29, 2024
7:15 p.m.: The stars are out for this one; DMV standouts Angel Reese, Masai Russell, Quincy Wilson and Bub Carrington are taking part in the pre-game festivities. Two gold medalists, one of women’s basketball’s most important players and the future of the Wizards franchise. Can’t go wrong with that.
Hometown legends 🔥 pic.twitter.com/wOpJTwRF2k
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) September 29, 2024
6:50 p.m.: Allen and Jackson are perfectly even through four matchups with one another, with Jackson capturing victories in two of the teams’ three clashes in the regular season. The postseason is a different story; Allen and the Bills downed Baltimore in the 2021 playoffs, evening their head-to-head record at two wins apiece.
6:40 p.m.: Looks like both sides have made their ways onto the field for pre-game warmups. We’re still about two hours from kickoff here in Charm City.
Pregame work ‼️ pic.twitter.com/vLYysUUDjO
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) September 29, 2024
Gettin’ loose.#BUFvsBAL | #BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/V7bh7m6oOG
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) September 29, 2024
6:30 p.m.: Unsurprisingly, the Bills weren’t too far behind. They’ve touched ground on M&T Bank Stadium, as well. Josh Allen seen rocking a Buffalo-themed sweatshirt as he struts down the tunnel.
Primetime Bills. 😎#BUFvsBAL | #BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/Ag58HfTOrO
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) September 29, 2024
6:10 p.m.: Jackson wearing his inspirations on his sleeve today, sporting a shirt which features late Lakers star Kobe Bryant.
LJ repping Kobe for primetime 💜 pic.twitter.com/o1eyoKhDXs
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) September 29, 2024
What channel is Bills vs. Ravens on today?
Bills vs. Ravens will air on NBC as part of the channel’s weekly “Sunday Night Football” series.
Mike Tirico will be the play-by-play analyst, and former NFL wide receiver Cris Collinsworth will serve as the color commentator. The duo will be joined by sideline reporter Melissa Stark and rules analyst Terry McAulay, who will help provide context when penalties are called or players are reviewed.
Fans can stream the game via Peacock or Fubo, which offers a free trial.
Bills vs. Ravens start time
- Date: Sunday, September 29
- Start time: 8:20 p.m. ET
The Bills and Ravens are set to face off with one another at 8:20 p.m. ET. The match will be played at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
