Ravens Beat Jets 23-10 as Henry’s Two TDs Spark Comeback Win

The Baltimore Ravens didn’t just win on Sunday—they clawed their way back into the playoff conversation. Down 7-3 at halftime, the Ravens exploded for 14 unanswered points in the third quarter, powered by two touchdown runs from Derrick Henry, to crush the New York Jets 23-10 at M&T Bank Stadium on November 23, 2025. It wasn’t pretty. It wasn’t flashy. But it was enough. And in the NFL, sometimes that’s all you need.

A Team That Refused to Quit

The first half was a snoozefest. Two teams, both struggling, trading punts and field goals like they were playing a game of tic-tac-toe. The Jets managed a 7-yard touchdown pass to put them up 7-0 early in the second quarter. The Ravens answered with a Justin Tucker field goal. At the break, it was 7-3. Fans were restless. Analysts were writing off Baltimore’s season. And then, the third quarter happened.

Henry, the 30-year-old running back who once tore through defenses like a freight train, reminded everyone why he’s still one of the most punishing forces in football. First, he bulldozed through three defenders for a 4-yard score. Then, just 3:17 later, he broke free on a 17-yard run, stiff-arming a safety into the turf like he was swatting away a fly. The crowd erupted. The Jets’ defense, already gassed from a brutal first half, had nothing left. Zero points in the third. That’s not a fluke. That’s a statement.

The Defense That Pulled the Plug

The Ravens’ defense didn’t just hold the Jets—they suffocated them. After allowing 144 yards in the first half, Baltimore’s unit held New York to just 75 yards in the final two quarters. The Jets’ offense, which entered the game ranked 31st in the league with only 219 total points scored all season, managed just 10 points against a Ravens team that had given up 261. That’s not a coincidence. That’s execution.

Cornerback Marlon Humphrey didn’t get a stat line in the official recap, but he was everywhere—breaking up passes, forcing a key third-down incompletion in the red zone, and helping contain Breece Hall, who managed just 42 yards on 12 carries. The Jets’ quarterback carousel continued, with Zach Wilson throwing for just 129 yards and one interception. Tyrod Taylor, mentioned in a YouTube highlight clip as part of a fan meme (“Tyrod theme for win”), never actually played. The reference was a glitch in the transcription software. But the frustration on the Jets’ sideline? Very real.

Why This Win Matters More Than the Score

This wasn’t just a win. It was a turning point. The Ravens improved to 6-5, their first time above .500 in 2025. Their five-game winning streak is their longest since 2020. And they’re now tied with the Pittsburgh Steelers atop the AFC North at 6-5. The Bengals are three games back at 3-8. The Browns? At 3-8, they’re worse off than the Jets.

For the Jets? Their season is officially a lost cause. At 2-9, they’re now mathematically eliminated from playoff contention. Their offense ranks last in the NFL in red zone efficiency. Their defense is porous. And their quarterback situation? A circus. Breece Hall, their lone bright spot, looked exhausted by Week 12. John Metchie III, who scored his second touchdown of the season in a meaningless fourth-quarter catch, was the only offensive player who showed any spark. But even that felt like a consolation prize.

What’s Next? The Road Gets Harder

The Ravens’ schedule doesn’t get easier. Next week: a road trip to face the New England Patriots (10-2), who are playing like a team that’s already locked in for the AFC’s top seed. After that, it’s the Kansas City Chiefs, the Buffalo Bills, and a home game against the Steelers in Week 17—all games that could decide who gets the division crown.

Lamar Jackson, the Ravens’ quarterback, didn’t light up the stat sheet. He threw for just 148 yards and one interception. But he didn’t need to. The game plan was simple: hand it to Henry, protect the ball, and let the defense do the rest. It worked. And honestly? That’s the kind of football that wins championships.

For the Jets, the only thing left to play for is pride. And maybe a high draft pick. But even that feels hollow. Their season has been a series of missed opportunities, bad coaching decisions, and injuries that never stopped piling up. The Ravens? They’re finding a way. Even when it’s ugly. Even when the offense looks laborious, as the Associated Press put it. Even when the crowd is half-empty and the snow’s starting to fall.

Key Numbers That Tell the Story

• 23-10: Final score—Baltimore’s largest win over New York since 2019
• 14 points: Ravens’ third-quarter explosion, the highest scoring quarter of their season
• 219 total points: Jets’ offense for the entire season—fewer than Baltimore scored in this single game
• 6-5: Ravens’ record after five straight wins—first time above .500 in 2025
• 2-9: Jets’ record—worst in the AFC East, and tied for second-worst in the NFL