The Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys produced one of the most dramatic games of NFL Week 3, with Baltimore escaping Brazil with a 34–31 victory on September 27, 2026. The game took place at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro and stayed close throughout the second half. Both teams moved the ball effectively, but Baltimore made the final scoring play when Tyler Loop connected on a 56-yard field goal with no time left.
The Ravens finished with 378 total yards, while Dallas gained 415. Lamar Jackson completed 15 of 20 passes for 186 yards and two touchdowns, while Dak Prescott went 25 of 40 for 276 yards and one touchdown. Derrick Henry added two rushing touchdowns for Baltimore, and CeeDee Lamb led Dallas with 112 receiving yards.
Final Score
Baltimore opened the scoring through Derrick Henry but Dallas responded with a fast 10-point start. The Cowboys led 10–7 after the first quarter, but Baltimore controlled the second period and entered halftime ahead 17–13. The Ravens then extended their advantage in the third quarter before Dallas responded with a touchdown and successful two-point conversion.
The fourth quarter delivered the biggest swings of the game. Dallas moved ahead 28–24 after KaVontae Turpin’s rushing touchdown, but Lamar Jackson answered with a touchdown pass to Matthew Hibner. Brandon Aubrey tied the game at 31–31 with seven seconds remaining. Jackson then hit Zay Flowers for 27 yards, setting up Loop’s winning 56-yard field goal.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | 7 | 10 | 7 | 10 | 34 |
| Dallas Cowboys | 10 | 3 | 8 | 10 | 31 |
Match Details
The game was played on Sunday, September 27, 2026, although some international schedules may display it as September 28 depending on the viewer’s time zone. The official Ravens game center lists it as Week 3 on September 27 at Maracanã Stadium. Baltimore entered the game at 2–1 after the win, while Dallas moved to 1–2.
This matchup was also notable because it took place in Rio de Janeiro. The official game record lists an attendance of 72,792 at Maracanã Stadium. The Cowboys held a slight advantage in possession, 30:38 to 29:22, but Baltimore finished the game with no turnovers compared with one Dallas turnover.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Baltimore Ravens vs Dallas Cowboys |
| Date | September 27, 2026 |
| Week | NFL Week 3 |
| Venue | Maracanã Stadium |
| Location | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Final Score | Ravens 34, Cowboys 31 |
| Ravens Record | 2–1 |
| Cowboys Record | 1–2 |
Match Overview
Dallas established early momentum and led 10–0 before Baltimore found its rhythm. Derrick Henry scored twice in the first half, helping the Ravens recover from their slow start. Tyler Loop also added two field goals during the game, giving Baltimore important points in a matchup where every scoring possession mattered.
Dallas continued to answer Baltimore throughout the contest. Javonte Williams scored on a two-yard run in the opening quarter, while Jake Ferguson added a 19-yard touchdown reception in the third. Turpin later gave Dallas a 28–24 lead with a nine-yard touchdown run. The Cowboys then tied the game at 31–31 through Aubrey’s late field goal before Baltimore produced the final drive.
Team Statistics Breakdown
The Baltimore Ravens gained 378 total yards on 58 plays, averaging 6.5 yards per play. Their ground game produced 192 yards on 38 rushing attempts, while the passing attack added 186 yards. Baltimore also avoided turnovers, which became important in a game decided by a single late kick.
Dallas actually finished with more total offense, gaining 415 yards on 71 plays. The Cowboys produced 148 rushing yards and 267 passing yards, while holding a small possession advantage. However, Dallas committed one lost fumble, and the Ravens eventually converted their final opportunity into the winning points.
| Team Statistic | Ravens | Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 378 | 415 |
| Passing Yards | 186 | 267 |
| Rushing Yards | 192 | 148 |
| Plays | 58 | 71 |
| Yards per Play | 6.5 | 5.8 |
| First Downs | 23 | 27 |
| Possession | 29:22 | 30:38 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Penalties | 9 | 7 |
| Penalty Yards | 78 | 88 |
Quarterback Performance
Lamar Jackson delivered an efficient performance for Baltimore. He completed 15 of 20 passes for 186 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. He also rushed six times for 50 yards, giving the Ravens another dimension on the ground. His 136.7 passer rating reflected how efficiently Baltimore moved the ball through the air.
Dak Prescott had a productive game despite the final result. He completed 25 of 40 attempts for 276 yards and one touchdown with no interceptions. Prescott also rushed four times for 19 yards. His late fourth-quarter drive helped Dallas tie the game at 31–31, but Baltimore’s final possession left enough time for the winning field goal.
| Quarterback | Comp/Att | Passing Yards | TD | INT | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar Jackson | 15/20 | 186 | 2 | 0 | 136.7 |
| Dak Prescott | 25/40 | 276 | 1 | 0 | 91.2 |
Rushing Statistics
Derrick Henry led the Ravens’ rushing attack with 26 carries for 89 yards and two touchdowns. His longest run covered 29 yards. Lamar Jackson added 50 rushing yards, while Justice Hill contributed 33 yards on five carries. Baltimore finished with 192 rushing yards as a team, which kept pressure on the Dallas defense throughout the game.
Javonte Williams was Dallas’ leading rusher, carrying 19 times for 98 yards and one touchdown. Tyler Goodson added 22 yards, while Prescott rushed for 19. KaVontae Turpin also provided an important nine-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter that temporarily put Dallas ahead 28–24.
| Player | Team | Carries | Yards | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derrick Henry | BAL | 26 | 89 | 2 | 29 |
| Lamar Jackson | BAL | 6 | 50 | 0 | 21 |
| Justice Hill | BAL | 5 | 33 | 0 | 11 |
| Javonte Williams | DAL | 19 | 98 | 1 | 22 |
| Tyler Goodson | DAL | 6 | 22 | 0 | 10 |
| Dak Prescott | DAL | 4 | 19 | 0 | 7 |
| KaVontae Turpin | DAL | 1 | 9 | 1 | 9 |
Receiving Statistics
Zay Flowers was Baltimore’s leading receiver, catching five passes for 84 yards. Rashod Bateman added two receptions for 37 yards, including a 31-yard catch, while Mark Andrews finished with three catches for 24 yards. Matthew Hibner also made a major contribution by catching the two-yard touchdown pass that put Baltimore ahead late in the fourth quarter.
CeeDee Lamb led all receivers with 112 yards on seven catches. His longest reception covered 49 yards, and he also caught the successful two-point conversion pass from Prescott after Ferguson’s third-quarter touchdown. George Pickens added seven catches for 82 yards, while Ferguson finished with three receptions for 23 yards and one touchdown.
| Receiver | Team | Receptions | Yards | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zay Flowers | BAL | 5 | 84 | 0 | 27 |
| Rashod Bateman | BAL | 2 | 37 | 0 | 31 |
| Mark Andrews | BAL | 3 | 24 | 0 | 10 |
| Matthew Hibner | BAL | 2 | 23 | 1 | 21 |
| CeeDee Lamb | DAL | 7 | 112 | 0 | 49 |
| George Pickens | DAL | 7 | 82 | 0 | 19 |
| Jake Ferguson | DAL | 3 | 23 | 1 | 19 |
| Brevyn Spann-Ford | DAL | 1 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
Key Player Performances
Henry was central to Baltimore’s offensive production, scoring twice and forcing Dallas to defend the run repeatedly. Jackson complemented him with efficient passing and 50 rushing yards. Flowers became especially important late, catching the 27-yard pass that moved Baltimore into field-goal range with only one second remaining.
For Dallas, Lamb and Pickens gave Prescott reliable downfield targets. Lamb’s 112 receiving yards included a 49-yard gain during the Cowboys’ late 96-yard touchdown drive. Williams also produced 98 rushing yards and a touchdown. Defensively, Dallas made a major goal-line stand early in the fourth quarter, but Baltimore eventually broke through for the Hibner touchdown.
| Player | Key Stat |
|---|---|
| Lamar Jackson | 186 pass yards, 2 pass TD, 50 rush yards |
| Derrick Henry | 89 rush yards, 2 rush TD |
| Zay Flowers | 84 receiving yards |
| Dak Prescott | 276 pass yards, 1 TD |
| CeeDee Lamb | 112 receiving yards |
| George Pickens | 82 receiving yards |
| Javonte Williams | 98 rush yards, 1 TD |
| Tyler Loop | Game-winning 56-yard FG |
Important Game Moments
The first major swing came when Dallas led 10–0, only for Baltimore to respond with Henry’s first touchdown and then take control of the second quarter. The Ravens entered halftime ahead 17–13. Dallas then rallied again in the third quarter, with Ferguson’s touchdown and Lamb’s successful two-point conversion cutting Baltimore’s lead to three points.
The fourth quarter contained several decisive moments. Dallas first moved ahead 28–24 through Turpin’s touchdown. Baltimore answered with Hibner’s touchdown, but Dallas tied the game at 31–31 with seven seconds remaining. Jackson then connected with Flowers for 27 yards, allowing Baltimore to attempt one final kick. Loop converted from 56 yards as time expired.
Turning Point
One of the biggest turning points came during Dallas’ 96-yard fourth-quarter touchdown drive. Prescott completed key passes to Lamb and Spann-Ford before Turpin finished the possession with a nine-yard rushing touchdown. That score moved Dallas ahead 28–24 and shifted momentum toward the Cowboys.
Baltimore’s response proved just as important. After the Ravens regained the lead through Hibner’s touchdown, Dallas drove into field-goal range and Aubrey tied the game. Baltimore had only seconds remaining, but Jackson’s completion to Flowers changed the field position immediately. Loop then made the 56-yard kick, giving the Ravens a 34–31 victory.
Match Summary
The Baltimore Ravens vs Dallas Cowboys match player stats show how closely contested the Week 3 game was. Dallas finished with more total yards and first downs, while Baltimore produced 192 rushing yards and committed no turnovers. Jackson completed 75% of his passes, Henry scored twice, and Flowers delivered the late reception that set up the winning field goal.
Dallas received strong performances from Prescott, Lamb, Pickens, and Williams, but the Cowboys could not prevent Baltimore’s final scoring drive. The Ravens won 34–31 at Maracanã Stadium, improving to 2–1 while Dallas dropped to 1–2. Tyler Loop’s 56-yard field goal provided the final point in a game that remained undecided until the final second.
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