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Baltimore Beatdown fantasy football takes on Tyler Huntley

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All Baltimore Beatdown insights about Tyler Huntley

NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
Huntley came out hot against the Bengals, leading to a 13-0 lead heading into halftime, but the second half was a completely different story as the offense struggled to move the ball and failed to score another point for the remainder of the game. Following a touchdown that put Cincinnati up 28-13 in the fourth quarter, Huntley threw an interception on the first play of Baltimore's drive, which the Bengals capitalized on with another touchdown on a short field to go up 35-13 with just over six minutes remaining. Jaylinn Hawkins notes that for as admirable as Huntley is in a pinch, the Ravens desperately need their MVP quarterback back under center.
NegativeRoleOct 25, 2026
Tyler Huntley started for the Ravens in their 35-13 loss to Cincinnati, leading them to a 13-0 halftime lead but managing just two first downs after their opening drive in the third quarter. Multiple analysts note his limitations outside of scripted plays: Zach Canter states "Huntley once again couldn't do much outside of that" (scripted plays), and the offense was unable to convert in short yardage or the red zone despite productive stretches. His performance highlights the team's dependency on Lamar Jackson's return.
PositiveRoleOct 21, 2026
Backup Tyler Huntley is 1-1 in two starts without Jackson. He stole an overtime win in Atlanta in his first start but could not move the ball against the Browns last Sunday. The source notes that a 1-1 record without one of the most impactful players in the sport is not a bad outcome, but Huntley's limited offensive capability means Cincinnati's season average of 25.6 points feels like a tough target unless Baltimore's new-look O-line gels right away. These matchups often turn into shootouts, which will not be sustainable with Huntley under center.
NegativeProjectionOct 20, 2026
Huntley was the hero of the week after a magnificent final two drives to win the game against the Falcons in Week 5, but that momentum did not last long for the backup quarterback. Huntley struggled to move the ball through the air against Cleveland's defense while putting the ball in harm's way multiple times despite not ending up with an interception. Huntley's limitations as a passer were on full display Sunday as he failed to push the ball down the field, ending the game with 5.3 yards per attempt. He was sacked three times while being pressured 17 times per PFF, with one of the sacks and 12 pressures being credited to the line.
NegativeRoleOct 19, 2026
Backup quarterback filling in for Jackson showed inconsistent performance: carried a hot streak from the previous week's overtime win in Atlanta into the first quarter against Cleveland (with assists from offensive linemen Declan Doyle and Josh Cuevas), but his 'gamer' magic disappeared for the final three quarters. The source identifies his inability to push the ball downfield as a key limitation on the offense, compounded by a weakened offensive line.
NegativeMatchupOct 17, 2026
Browns head coach Todd Monken is familiar with Huntley from his time in Baltimore and knows his limitations. The source expects Cleveland to deploy press coverage against Ravens wideouts to force Huntley to beat them over the top, with underneath defenders lurking for short quick blitz-beaters; this contrasts with Atlanta's approach of rushing four and sitting back, which allowed Huntley to settle for underneath throws. Huntley will need to be careful with hot reads against this more aggressive coverage scheme.
PositiveRoleOct 14, 2026
Huntley is 3-0 as a spot starter dating back to last season and proved his value in Atlanta despite Lamar Jackson's absence. He wasn't perfect early but turned it on late, driving the Ravens 71 yards in under two minutes to tie the game when they couldn't lean on the run, then confidently commanded the offense down the field to kill clock in overtime. The source describes him as 'simply a gamer who does what is needed to win,' highlighting his clutch performance and game-management ability in a primetime road win.
PositiveProjectionOct 12, 2026
Huntley delivered clutch performances in relief of Lamar Jackson, completing 12-of-12 passes over the final two drives (game-tying fourth-quarter drive and overtime touchdown drive) with multiple timely first-down throws and two touchdown passes (back-shoulder throw and quarterback sneak). Full game line: 24-of-32 for 201 yards, 2 passing TDs, 20 rushing yards, 1 rushing TD, zero turnovers. While his early performance was not spectacular, his late-game execution when most needed demonstrated critical backup value.
NegativeRoleOct 11, 2026
Starting QB replacement for Lamar Jackson facing Atlanta's disruptive interior rushers and a reshuffled Ravens offensive line. Nikhil Mehta warns Huntley 'could be in for a long night' despite his 'gamer' quality; the matchup heavily favors Atlanta's defense. Stephen Bopst expects Huntley to 'play a clean game' but notes the absence of Jackson compounds the challenge. Dustin Cox emphasizes Huntley cannot afford obvious passing situations and must keep the offense on schedule to avoid falling behind.
NegativeRoleOct 10, 2026
Huntley will start for his 17th career start (12th in Baltimore) with a reputation as a 'gamer' who can play above his perceived arm talent; his success has been predicated on Baltimore's ability to run the ball via traditional under-center concepts and read-option plays, but the Ravens' run game has been underwhelming at times this year, forcing offensive coordinators Declan Doyle and Dwayne Ledford to find new ways to attack the Falcons' elite run defense.
NegativeProjectionOct 10, 2026
Huntley faces a short leash in Week 5 against Atlanta. In the second half of the Titans game, the Ravens offense was shut out, generating only 116 yards on 28 plays (4.1 yards per play, which would rank last in the NFL). While game script and weather were factors, if Huntley puts together another poor first half against the Falcons, the Ravens should strongly consider inserting Joe Fagnano, a UDFA who dominated in the preseason and looked very comfortable operating Declan Doyle's offensive system.
NegativeRoleOct 10, 2026
Huntley will lead the Ravens offense in Week 5 with Lamar Jackson out. The game plan centers on a heavy outside zone run game with Huntley taking plenty of carries alongside Derrick Henry to keep time of possession in Baltimore's favor and keep Atlanta's weapons off the field. Huntley isn't as good at running the option game as Jackson, but is capable enough to take attention off Henry. The passing game should be kept simple with quick, easy first-read options and designed touches like screens and tight end leaks.
NegativeRoleOct 8, 2026
Huntley took over as backup quarterback after Lamar Jackson left the game in the second half. According to Pro Football Focus, the Ravens' offensive line allowed just one pressure on Huntley's 11 dropbacks, compared to six pressures on Jackson's 23 dropbacks. The source notes that Huntley operated in a way that allowed the Ravens—already up big and with rain coming down—to win, and suggests that with a week of preparation, the Ravens can win another one of his starts.