The Baltimore Ravens’ stifling defense is predicated on imposing its will on the opponent.
Sometimes, meeting that goal – no easy task at the NFL level – requires a few clear-cut moments that set the table for what transpires the rest of the game.
On Sunday, Jarret Johnson provided two of those tone-establishing plays that primed the unit to pressure the Philadelphia offense into five turnovers and led to a 36-7 Ravens victory.
In all, Johnson’s six-tackle effort included 1.5 sacks, a quarterback hurry, a tackle for loss and an athletic sack/forced fumble/fumble recovery combo play.
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