Tyler Loop converted a 56-yard field goal as time expired to lift the Baltimore Ravens to a 34-31 victory against the Dallas Cowboys at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The dramatic finish capped a high-scoring international matchup that appeared headed for overtime before Baltimore orchestrated a decisive final possession with just seven seconds remaining.
Late-Game Heroics Secure International Victory
Trailing or tied late in the fourth quarter, the Ravens (2-1) bypassed the option to run out the clock after Brandon Aubrey tied the game for Dallas with a 23-yard field goal. Starting from their own 35-yard line with seven ticks left on the clock, quarterback Lamar Jackson connected with Zay Flowers over the middle for a 27-yard gain. Jackson immediately signaled for a timeout with exactly one second remaining, setting the stage for Loop’s game-winning kick.
Loop delivered the precise kick to seal the victory in Brazil, rewarding an aggressive coaching decision by Baltimore. Jackson finished the night completing 15 of 20 passes for 186 yards and two touchdowns, adding 50 rushing yards without turning the ball over. Matthew Hibner and Chris Moore hauled in Jackson’s touchdown passes.
Ground Attack and Resurgent Offense
Derrick Henry anchored the Ravens’ ground game, rumbling for 89 yards and two touchdowns to showcase his rushing prowess for the international crowd. Despite the Cowboys stopping Henry twice on fourth-down conversion attempts, the bruising runner remained a central pillar of Baltimore’s offensive scheme.
Zay Flowers made a successful return after missing action due to an injury sustained in the season opener. Flowers caught five passes for 84 yards, answering the call when Jackson needed a reliable target in crunch time despite not playing every offensive snap.
Cowboys’ Fourth-Quarter Surge Falls Short
The Cowboys (1-2) mounted a fierce comeback after falling behind 24-13 late in the third quarter. Dallas reeled off 15 unanswered points to grab a 28-24 lead before Aubrey’s late field goal briefly leveled the score. Quarterback Dak Prescott threw for 276 yards, relying heavily on CeeDee Lamb—who recorded seven receptions for 112 yards—and George Pickens, who added 82 yards on seven catches. Ultimately, Dallas failed to capitalize on their chances, preventing them from completing the comeback.
Around the League: 49ers Outlast Cardinals as Injuries Mount
In other action, Brock Purdy engineered a 36-30 victory for the San Francisco 49ers over the Arizona Cardinals, though the win came at a steep roster cost. Purdy recorded his finest outing of the campaign, completing 15 passes for 297 yards and four touchdowns. George Kittle caught six passes for 82 yards and two scores, while Deebo Samuel Jr. and Mike Evans each hauled in touchdown passes. Christian McCaffrey contributed 116 total yards, including 75 rushing yards and a touchdown.
The 49ers nearly squandered a 17-point cushion as Jacoby Brissett—who finished with 280 passing yards and two touchdowns to Jeremiyah Love and Michael Wilson—brought Arizona within striking distance. San Francisco lost both wide receiver Mike Evans to a first-half rib injury and tackle Trent Williams in the second half.
Vikings Stay Unbeaten Despite Jefferson Injury
The Minnesota Vikings improved to 3-0 with a 23-16 win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (0-3), though the triumph was marred by an ankle injury to star receiver Justin Jefferson. Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield also exited late in the game after appearing to injure his hand on a fourth-down pass attempt. Kyler Murray, returning to action after an early-game injury in his Minnesota debut, connected on 15 of 29 passes for 168 yards, one touchdown, and one interception.
Meanwhile, Kirk Cousins guided the surging Las Vegas Raiders to a 3-0 start by tossing three touchdown passes in a 248-yard passing performance, finding Michael Mayer, Cody White, and Brock Bowers for short scores.
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