A dangerous pre-game fireworks display at Baltimore's M&T Bank Stadium went awry on Sunday night when a rogue explosive shot directly onto the field, narrowly missing a passer-by. The incident occurred moments before the Baltimore Ravens hosted the New England Patriots in a crucial Sunday Night Football clash.
Close Call on the Pitch
While most of the pyrotechnics ascended safely into the sky above the stadium, one malfunctioning firework failed to launch correctly. Video footage of the event shows the projectile streaking horizontally across the field before landing on the turf just yards behind a single individual who was walking nearby. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the alarming mishap, and it did not delay the scheduled kickoff. Representatives for the Baltimore Ravens have not yet provided further comment on the incident in response to media enquiries.
Patriots Stage Dramatic Fourth-Quarter Comeback
The fireworks preceded a tense and dramatic game with significant playoff implications. The New England Patriots, finding themselves trailing by eleven points, mounted an impressive fourth-quarter fightback. Quarterback Drake Maye was instrumental, completing 31 of 44 passes for 380 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception.
The Ravens' fortunes took a severe hit when star quarterback Lamar Jackson left the game with a back injury after completing just seven passes for 101 yards. Backup Tyler Huntley struggled to fill the void, managing only nine completions for 65 yards. Although running back Derrick Henry kept Baltimore competitive with 128 rushing yards and two touchdowns, a late touchdown run by Patriots' Rhamondre Stevenson sealed a 28-24 victory for the visiting team.
Playoff Picture Transformed
The result has dramatically altered the postseason landscape for both franchises. The win secures the first playoff appearance for the New England Patriots in five years, marking a significant milestone for head coach Mike Vrabel. For Baltimore, their playoff hopes are now hanging by a thread. To have any chance, they must win their final two games against the Green Bay Packers and their AFC North rivals, the Pittsburgh Steelers. They also require the Steelers to lose next week's fixture against the Cleveland Browns.
