### Ravens Outlast Bengals in Overtime Thriller for 41-38 Victory

In a gripping AFC North face-off that had the intensity of a playoff clash, the Baltimore Ravens edged out the Cincinnati Bengals with a 41-38 overtime triumph in Week 5. The game, which showcased a riveting duel between quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow, was filled with suspense, magnificent plays, and crucial errors.

Baltimore's Lamar Jackson seemed to have cost his team the game in overtime when he fumbled a snap, only to be saved as Cincinnati’s field goal attempt was botched. On the ensuing play, Ravens running back Derrick Henry sprinted 51 yards, setting up a decisive field goal that clinched the win for Baltimore.

The scoring fireworks began from the outset. Henry, on the Ravens' first series, made history by scoring his 100th career touchdown, joining an elite list of just 27 NFL players to achieve this milestone. Jackson later connected with Rashod Bateman, giving the Ravens a 14-7 lead in the second quarter.

However, the Bengals surged back with the vigor reminiscent of Joe Burrow's college days at LSU. Starting with a safety on Henry, Cincinnati posted 15 unanswered points to seize a 24-14 lead. Burrow was spectacular during this stretch, delivering a 41-yard touchdown pass to Ja'Marr Chase and a pinpoint pass to Andrei Iosivas, which set up another touchdown to Tee Higgins.

The second half turned into an exhilarating, high-speed affair with six consecutive touchdowns, culminating in Jackson's extraordinary, albeit almost disastrous, touchdown pass late in the game. A critical interception thrown by Burrow in the fourth quarter allowed Baltimore to tie the game with a 56-yard field goal from Justin Tucker, pushing the contest into overtime.

In the extra period, Jackson's fumble seemed destined to doom the Ravens, but Cincinnati's missed field goal gave Baltimore another chance. Henry’s 51-yard rush immediately after paved the way for Tucker's game-winning field goal.

Despite Burrow’s career-high five touchdown passes and 392 passing yards, his late interception proved costly for the Bengals. Jackson countered with 348 passing yards and four touchdowns, making up for his earlier mistake through his team’s resilience. Henry's contributions on the ground, racking up 92 yards, were critical in securing the win.

The victory propels Baltimore past their early-season woes, now standing at 3-2, while Cincinnati, at 1-4, faces a daunting path to playoff contention. With upcoming games on the horizon, both teams look to further define their identities and address their challenges as they push deeper into the season.