The Baltimore Ravens are set to face off against the Buffalo Bills in an AFC Divisional matchup that’s expected to be a battle of wills, with cold weather playing a significant role. Players like Tavius Robinson and Brent Urban have expressed confidence that they can handle the chill, citing their experience playing in cold conditions from college days onwards.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, however, is not as enthusiastic about the cold. Born in South Florida, he’s not exactly accustomed to it. But despite his disdain for the weather, Jackson has a proven track record of performing well under pressure. In two games where temperatures were sub-freezing, he completed 29 of 46 passing attempts for 299 yards and four touchdowns.
The Bills’ defense, however, will face a tougher test with Lamar Jackson’s running back Derrick Henry in tow. The Ravens’ ground game is expected to be a key factor in the matchup, particularly if the Bills struggle to tackle them effectively. With the ability to dominate time of possession and keep the Buffalo defense on the field for extended periods, the Ravens could gain a crucial physical and mental edge.
The Bills, who are no strangers to cold weather, have a 14-2 record under Sean McDermott in sub-freezing temperatures since 1991. However, Baltimore’s recent success in the cold will pose a significant challenge to their usual advantage. With temperatures expected to be around 17 degrees at kickoff, the game is set to be a battle of attrition between two teams with contrasting approaches to playing in the cold.
Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2025/1/18/24346732/cold-weather-in-buffalo-should-help-ravens