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Mike Preston, columnist: It's hard to believe that the most dependable weapon on the team in recent years missed an extra point. Knowing Justin Tucker, he will rebound will and might not miss anything for the rest of the season. As for the loss, it will be demoralizing but learned that the Ravens are one of the best teams in the NFL. When a defense can hold Drew Brees and the Saints down like the Ravens did they showed they can complete and beat any team. It was a gutsy effort by the Ravens but just not enough. There are no moral victories in the NFL, but this is about as close as a team can get, especially one that hasn't been to the playoffs in the past couple of years.

This week will be a great test of whether or not good defense beats good offense. I’m still a believer in the great defense theory.

It’s gonna be tough to beat the Saints. If we manage to win, I’ll drink a quart of purple kool aid, that’s for sure.

If that’s accurate it’s both stupid and dangerous to put him him out there.

I believe he was released from the hospital and flew home with the team with more tests scheduled for today.

Oh, the new away uniforms with the purple pants and white jerseys look classy.

Great win, Gets rid of the Browns game stink and establishes themselves as legitimate. Really hope Lewis is OK. It’s apparently not as bad as I first worried it was. The Ravens defense just might wind up being as good as some we’ve had in the past with the difference being the team having a pretty decent offense. Still a long way to go. Ten games left.

He was a drive killer today. And why is Tucker suddenly getting blocked? Is it him, which I doubt, or the protection?

Gee. I sure hope so Max. I'm feeling a win but worried.

FWIW Joe is on a pace for a 5000 yard season. I believe Cleveland's defense is rated better than Pittsburgh's...is that right?

This is a great trap game. If the Ravens think these are the same Browns of last year, they’ll lose. Cleveland is now your typical AFC North opponent. Tough, fast, and with talent all over the place. Still think the Ravens win but not feeling as comfy as I did earlier in the week .

Could well be an upset but if the Ravens do win it'll show they have there heads in the right place for the stretch that's coming up. I'm feeling lucky and feeling a win.

I agree vraven. A letdown is possible. It's up to Harbaugh to keep them focused. Love the reverse trends. Getting people back after going 3-1 in first four games is huge. I can't wait to see Hayden Hurst.

Buck Allen is not an every down back. Collins has too much talent to banish him now. Dixon would help a lot. Seriously, though, did you ever think the Ravens would develop a high octane airborne attack? The way they spread the ball around makes it even harder to defense for other teams.

I'm drinking it too, Max! I see 2 problem areas: 1) the running game and 2) lack of pass rush without blitzing. Hopefully, Wink has a plan for 2) and the O-line gets 1) straightened out.

A MOST satisfying win. Joe was just super and so is Brown. And they're only going to get better with Jimmy Smith and Hayden Hurst returning. And how about that defense? It's finally learned to clamp down in the second half and win the game.

I think I agree with USA Today. It can disrupt the flow of the game. Having Jackson throw occasionally with an WR in there instead of Joe would make some sense in startling the defense but why take Joe out now the way he's been playing? He's in a zone.

As much as I've really liked what i saw in games 1 and 3 I think the Ravens will lose a close and competitive and entertaining game. Look for us to get retribution when they come to our stadium.

That's probably right. I wonder why we've never heard of it before.

uh what does NIR mean in the injury report?

Some optimism. https://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/c-j-mosley-hayden-hurst-may-return-to-practice-this-week

Well, I'm pumped after that game but can they play that way consistently?

Impressive win. Came from behind...stayed with their gameplan...Joe was spot on...running game may have been hindered by wet conditions. Pass blocking was surprisingly very good (Von who?). They beat a solid team who's defensive line is scary. Good coaching job on the O-line and play calling. Special teams need a lot more work. This team has a legitimate shot at getting into the playoffs. IF they keep playing like that.

Ravens are favored (cough, cough) by 5 points... http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/ravens-insider/

Gordon's last chance.