Baltimore turned a dramatic fourth quarter into an instant NFL memory, beating Dallas 34-31 in Rio de Janeiro after Tyler Loop drilled a 56-yard field goal with one second remaining.
The Ravens defeated the Cowboys 34-31 in the first NFL game played in Rio de Janeiro.
The Baltimore Ravens left Brazil with one of the most dramatic wins of the early NFL season. Tyler Loop's 56-yard field goal at the final second gave Baltimore a 34-31 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.
The game was already historic before the final kick. It was the first NFL game played in Rio de Janeiro and the league's third game in Brazil. Instead of a cautious international showcase, the matchup turned into a back-and-forth shootout that came down to the final play.
A Game That Came Down to Seven Seconds
Dallas had just tied the game at 31-31 with a 23-yard field goal with seven seconds remaining. For a moment, the Cowboys appeared to have forced overtime.
Baltimore had other plans.
Lamar Jackson connected with Zay Flowers for a 27-yard completion, and Jackson quickly called a timeout with one second left. That put Loop in position for a 56-yard attempt.
Loop's kick went through the uprights as time expired, giving Baltimore the win.
The kick ended the game and gave Baltimore a 34-31 victory.
Why the Rio Game Was Different
This was not simply another Week 3 matchup. The NFL staged its first game in Rio de Janeiro at Maracanã Stadium, one of Brazil's most recognizable sporting venues.
The international setting added another layer to a matchup featuring Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry for Baltimore and Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb for Dallas.
An announced crowd of 72,792 watched the game, which became the latest example of the NFL expanding its regular-season schedule outside the United States.
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Lamar Jackson Delivered When Baltimore Needed Him
Jackson finished the game with 186 passing yards and two touchdown passes. He also added 50 rushing yards as Baltimore relied heavily on its ground game.
Derrick Henry led the Ravens with 89 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Zay Flowers finished with five receptions for 84 yards and produced the crucial 27-yard catch on the final drive.
That final connection was especially important because Baltimore had almost no time left after Dallas tied the game. Jackson's decision to get the ball to Flowers immediately gave the Ravens a chance to attempt the winning kick.
Dallas Kept Coming Back
The Cowboys did not allow Baltimore to control the game for long. Dallas erased an 11-point deficit in the second half and eventually took the lead before Baltimore responded.
Dak Prescott threw for 276 yards and a touchdown, while CeeDee Lamb finished with seven catches for 112 yards. Javonte Williams added 98 rushing yards and a touchdown.
The Cowboys also produced a 15-0 scoring run after Baltimore had moved ahead by double digits in the third quarter. That stretch transformed what looked like a Baltimore-controlled game into a late fourth-quarter battle.
Brandon Aubrey's 23-yard field goal with seven seconds remaining appeared to send the game toward overtime. Baltimore answered with one final drive.
The Field-Goal Battle Became a Story of Its Own
The final sequence was not the only special-teams moment that mattered. Baltimore also blocked a 59-yard field-goal attempt by Dallas in the third quarter.
The blocked kick helped Baltimore maintain momentum before the Ravens extended their lead. By the end of the night, special teams had played a major role on both sides of the scoreboard.
What the Result Means for Both Teams
Baltimore moved to 2-1 with the victory, while Dallas dropped to 1-2. The result also gave the Ravens an important road win in a game that could easily have gone either way in the final minutes.
For Dallas, the loss came after the team had recovered from an 11-point deficit and tied the game with seconds remaining. The Cowboys now return to the regular season with a 1-2 record.
Baltimore will return home next week to face the Tennessee Titans. Dallas will continue its season after the unusual trip to Brazil.
The Bigger NFL Story
The Rio matchup showed why international regular-season games have become an important part of the NFL calendar. The league brought two recognizable franchises, star quarterbacks and a competitive game to a major football market outside the United States.
The result also gave the international game something every major sports event wants: a finish that was impossible to ignore. A tied score with seven seconds remaining turned into a 56-yard game-winning kick just one play later.
One second remained when Baltimore's winning kick crossed the uprights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Ravens vs Cowboys?
The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Dallas Cowboys 34-31.
How did the Ravens beat the Cowboys?
Tyler Loop made a 56-yard field goal with one second remaining after Lamar Jackson completed a 27-yard pass to Zay Flowers.
Where was Ravens vs Cowboys played?
The game was played at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Was this the first NFL game in Rio?
Yes. The Ravens-Cowboys matchup was the first NFL game played in Rio de Janeiro.
What was Lamar Jackson's stat line?
Jackson completed 15 of 20 passes for 186 yards and two touchdowns. He also rushed for 50 yards.
What are the Ravens and Cowboys records now?
Baltimore moved to 2-1, while Dallas fell to 1-2 after the game.
Game information reviewed from the NFL, Associated Press and Baltimore Ravens.
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