The vibes are high.
After climbing to 3–5, the Ravens are right back in the playoff mix in arguably the weakest division in football. Two big wins in five days have completely flipped the mood, and it showed Thursday night.
Beyond the scoreboard, the difference in body language between the Ravens and Dolphins sidelines couldn’t have been clearer. Mike McDaniel looked like a man coaching on borrowed time, while the Ravens sideline was all smiles from players, coaches, and staff alike.
Just two weeks ago, the franchise felt like it had hit rock bottom after the worst start in team history.