Derrick Henry gives Ravens an early 7-3 lead
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Joe Burrow showed strong form on the Cincinnati Bengals' first drive against the Baltimore Ravens, but the Bengals' defense struggled. The Ravens lead 7-3 after both teams completed their initial possessions. Burrow led the Bengals 51 yards downfield, ending the drive with a 31-yard field goal by Evan McPherson. The Ravens responded with a 69-yard drive in seven plays, capped by a 28-yard touchdown run from Derrick Henry. Lamar Jackson completed 2-of-3 passes for 24 yards and added an 11-yard rush. Henry contributed 34 yards on three carries. The Ravens suffered a setback with the loss of linebacker Chandler Martin to a knee injury on the opening kickoff; Martin had made five tackles in two previous games on special teams.
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