When the Ravens' defence was most needed, it turned into its best season-long performance.

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When the Ravens' defence was most needed, it turned into its best season-long performance.

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The Saints were restricted to 243 yards by the Ravens, the fewest for New Orleans this year.

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Justin Houston, an outside linebacker, recorded 2.5 sacks and a fourth-quarter interception.

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He became the first Ravens player ever to record three straight games with multiple sacks.

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Houston was the team's biggest playmaker as the defence held on until four minutes

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Because the offence is so severely injured, the defence made a timely attempt.

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Mark Andrews, a Pro Bowl tight end, was absent when Lamar Jackson played (inactive with shoulder and knee injuries)

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His top two running backs and No. 1 wide receiver Rashod Bateman, due to a foot ailment

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