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Ravens in Crisis: Analyzing Baltimore's 1-3 Start and Path Forward

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  October 3, 2025 The Baltimore Ravens are experiencing their worst start to a season in nearly a decade. After dropping to 1-3 following a blowout loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 4, the franchise that has built its identity on elite quarterback play, dominant rushing attack, and stingy defense finds all three pillars crumbling simultaneously. With a mounting injury crisis and difficult schedule ahead, the question isn't just what went wrong - it's whether Baltimore can salvage their season. The Nightmare Start Baltimore's descent has been swift and brutal. Following debilitating losses to the Buffalo Bills in Week 1 and Detroit Lions in Week 3, the Ravens now sit tied with the Cleveland Browns - the only team they've beaten - at the bottom of the AFC North. This marks their first 1-3 start since 2015, when they finished 5-11. The statistics paint a troubling picture. Baltimore ranks 21st in offensive success rate and 26th in defensive success rate. Lamar Ja...

Fantasy Football Week 5: Top Waiver Wire Targets

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  October 1, 2025 The arrival of bye weeks in Week 5 marks a critical juncture for fantasy football managers. With the Atlanta Falcons, Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, and Pittsburgh Steelers all taking the week off, waiver wire decisions become more crucial than ever. While long-term value remains important, finding the right one-week stopgaps can make or break your matchup. Here are the top waiver wire pickups to target ahead of Week 5. Running Backs Woody Marks, Houston Texans Woody Marks emerged as Week 4's breakout star, rushing for 69 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries while adding four catches for 50 yards against the Tennessee Titans. This explosive performance came after the Texans averaged just 17.0 rush attempts per game by running backs through their 0-3 start. The game script played a significant role in Marks' opportunity. Houston's early lead allowed them to lean heavily on the ground game, giving the rookie fourth-round pick more carries and targets...