Few NFL debuts arrive with as much hype as Shedeur Sanders’, who stepped onto the field for the Cleveland Browns on November 16, 2025, facing a Baltimore Ravens team that has long owned the AFC North rivalry. The final score—Ravens 23, Browns 16—tells only part of the story; the player stats reveal how the game was won and lost.

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Final Score: Ravens 23, Browns 16 ·
Lamar Jackson (BAL): 14/25, 193 yards, 0 TD, 2 INT ·
Derrick Henry (BAL): 18 carries, 103 yards, 1 TD ·
Shedeur Sanders (CLE): 4/16, 68 yards, 1 INT ·
Mark Andrews (BAL): Game-winning TD rush

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Future performance of Shedeur Sanders beyond this game
  • Exact odds movement during the week
3Timeline signal
4What’s next
  • Shedeur Sanders remains starter for rest of season
  • Ravens face matchup with division rival

Seven key data points from the game, pulled directly from official sources, tell the story of a defensive struggle and a decisive fourth-quarter drive.

Label Value
Date November 16, 2025
Final Score Ravens 23, Browns 16
Top Passer (BAL) Lamar Jackson (193 yards, 0 TD, 2 INT) (Baltimore Ravens official site)
Top Passer (CLE) Shedeur Sanders (68 yards, 1 INT)
Top Rusher (BAL) Derrick Henry (103 yards, 1 TD)
Game-Winning TD Mark Andrews (35-yard rush)
Shedeur Sanders Debut First NFL game, started and completed 4 of 16 passes

Who’s favored to win, Ravens or Browns?

Ravens vs. Browns 2025 prediction and odds

  • FOX Sports listed the Ravens as 6.5-point favorites heading into the Week 11 matchup (FOX Sports odds).
  • The over/under was set at 41.5 points, reflecting expectations of a moderately scoring game.

Final result of the game

  • The Ravens defeated the Browns 23-16, covering the spread.
  • Baltimore entered with a 5-5 record, while Cleveland was 2-8.
Bottom line: The Ravens were clear favorites and delivered, but the game was closer than the final margin suggests. Bettors who took the Ravens covered, but the under hit.

Who is better, the Ravens or the Browns?

Head-to-head history (Browns–Ravens rivalry)

  • The Ravens lead the all-time series, a fact that reinforces their dominance in the AFC North (Wikipedia Browns–Ravens rivalry).
  • This win extended Baltimore’s advantage in the series.

Recent team performance comparison

  • The Ravens entered the game with a 5-5 record, while the Browns were 2-8.
  • Baltimore’s offense, led by Jackson and Henry, outgained Cleveland’s on the ground and through the air.

Key player impact on team quality

Derrick Henry’s 103-yard performance and Mark Andrews’ game-winning touchdown showed the Ravens’ veteran depth. Shedeur Sanders’ debut was rocky, but he is the future.

The trade-off

The Ravens have a proven formula—Jackson’s legs and arm, Henry’s power—while the Browns are rebuilding around a rookie quarterback. The gap in 2025 is clear, but Cleveland’s long-term ceiling depends on Sanders’ development.

What’s Lamar Jackson’s record against the Browns?

Lamar Jackson’s career stats vs Cleveland

  • Jackson’s career record against the Browns improved with this win. He has won the majority of his starts vs Cleveland (Pro Football Reference).
  • In the January 4, 2025 meeting, Jackson threw two touchdown passes in a 35-10 win that clinched the AFC North (ESPN game recap).

Performance in the Nov 16 game

  • Jackson finished 14 of 25 for 193 yards, 0 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions, a passer rating of 47.6 (TeamRankings box score).
  • Despite the interceptions, his leadership helped the Ravens mount a comeback.
Why this matters

Jackson’s subpar statistical day still resulted in a win, proving that his impact goes beyond the box score. For the Ravens, that dual-threat presence is why they are 6-5 after this game.

Did Shedeur Sanders play against the Ravens?

Shedeur Sanders’ NFL debut stats

  • Shedeur Sanders started for the Browns and played the entire game, completing 4 of 16 passes for 68 yards and 1 interception.
  • He was also sacked twice, according to the game’s box score.

His performance as starting QB

  • Sanders was named the starter for the remainder of the 2025 season prior to the game.
  • The Browns’ offense managed only 16 points, with their scoring ending after the second quarter.
The upshot

Sanders’ debut was rough—a 25% completion rate and a pick—but the Browns are committed to the development arc. He faces a steep learning curve against NFL defenses.

Will Lamar Jackson play against Browns?

Jackson’s confirmed start

  • NFL.com’s ‘The Insiders’ confirmed that Lamar Jackson would start Sunday vs. Browns.
  • He was healthy and active for the full game.

In-game performance overview

  • Jackson had 14 completions on 25 attempts for 193 yards, 0 TD, 2 INT.
  • He also scrambled for 26 yards on 4 carries, helping extend drives.
Bottom line: Jackson played, struggled by his standards, but still won. For the Ravens, that’s the pattern: even a 47.6 passer rating is enough when the defense and running game hold up.

Key player comparison: Jackson vs Sanders

Three categories that defined the quarterback disparity in this game.

Stat Lamar Jackson (BAL) Shedeur Sanders (CLE)
Completions/Attempts 14/25 4/16
Passing Yards 193 68
Interceptions 2 1

The pattern: Jackson’s efficiency gap over Sanders was the difference—not just in yards, but in the ability to sustain drives when it mattered.

Timeline: How the game unfolded

  • Pre-game Nov 16: Lamar Jackson confirmed as starter (NFL.com ‘The Insiders’).
  • Pre-game Nov 16: Shedeur Sanders announced as starting QB for remainder of 2025 season.
  • Game start: Ravens take opening kickoff.
  • 4th quarter: Mark Andrews scores late TD to give Ravens 23-16 lead (CBS Sports game recap).
  • Final: Ravens win 23-16.

The sequence shows a game that was close until the final minutes, with the fourth-quarter drive proving decisive.

Clarity: What we know and what’s still in question

Confirmed facts

What’s unclear

  • Future performance of Shedeur Sanders beyond this game.
  • Exact odds movement during the week.
  • Shedeur Sanders started and played whole game.
  • Shedeur Sanders stats: 4/16, 68 yards, 1 INT.
  • Lamar Jackson stats: 14/25, 193 yards, 0 TD, 2 INT.
  • Derrick Henry rushed for 103 yards and a TD.
  • Mark Andrews scored game-winning TD.

The takeaway: the confirmed facts are minimal but solid, while the open questions will shape the rest of the season for both teams.

What the experts said

“Lamar Jackson will start Sunday vs. Browns.”

— NFL.com ‘The Insiders’

“Mark Andrews’ 35-yard touchdown run gave the Ravens the lead with 2:31 remaining.”

— CBS Sports game recap

The game was a tale of two quarterbacks: a veteran who found a way to win despite a poor stat line, and a rookie whose debut showed the growing pains ahead. For the Browns, the question now is how quickly Sanders can adapt. For the Ravens, the formula—lean on Henry and the defense—remains effective.

Related reading: **Giants vs Saints 2025: Final Score & Player Stats** · **Seahawks vs Atlanta Falcons 2025 Player Stats & Recap**

Additional sources

espn.com, footballdb.com, usanalysis.org, clevelandbrowns.com, cbssports.com, sportskeeda.com

For a deeper breakdown of individual performances, check out the detailed player stats from that game on usanalysis.org.

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Frequently asked questions

What was Derrick Henry’s rushing total in the game?

Derrick Henry rushed 18 times for 103 yards and 1 touchdown (Baltimore Ravens official site).

How many interceptions did Shedeur Sanders throw?

Shedeur Sanders threw 1 interception on 16 attempts.

Who scored the game-winning touchdown?

Mark Andrews scored on a 35-yard rushing touchdown with 2:31 remaining (Baltimore Ravens scoring summary).

What is the Ravens’ all-time record against the Browns?

The Ravens lead the all-time series, as detailed in the Browns–Ravens rivalry page.

How many passing yards did Lamar Jackson have in the game?

Lamar Jackson threw for 193 yards (14/25, 0 TD, 2 INT).

Did Shedeur Sanders start his first NFL game?

Yes, Shedeur Sanders started for the Browns and played the entire game.

What was the attendance at the game?

Attendance figures were not specified in the official recap.

How many penalties did each team have?

Penalty counts were not detailed in the available box score data.

For the Baltimore Ravens, this win moves them to 6-5 and keeps playoff hopes alive. For the Cleveland Browns, the 2025 season is now about building around Shedeur Sanders. The choice is clear: patience for Cleveland, or another playoff push for Baltimore.