How Ravens look to defy 1% odds for a historic comeback - ESPN

BALTIMORE — After most games at M&T Bank Stadium, fans gather above the stairs that lead to the Baltimore Ravens' home locker room. This is the place where coach John Harbaugh has celebrated many of his greatest victories by slapping hands with supporters and waving to them in jubilation.

Earlier this month, Harbaugh walked off the field following a 44-10 loss to the Houston Texans and heard a chorus of boos, which served as a reminder of how a season loaded with expectations had unraveled so unexpectedly.

WATCH: Ravens end painful 44-10 loss to Texans as John Harbaugh hears boos off the field. pic.twitter.com/5y2LJxabKg

«When people look back and say, 'Hey, when things were the toughest, when things looked the worst, how did you handle it?'» Harbaugh recently said. «I'm looking for people to come out fighting and give their best in those kinds of situations. That's what you have to do. When you do that, you come out the other end.»

Only 1% of teams in NFL history have started 1-5 or worse and rebounded to make the playoffs — although ESPN Analytics gives the Ravens a 43.2% chance of winning the wide-open AFC North. With QB Tyler Huntley filling in for injured Lamar Jackson, Baltimore took a step toward a turnaround with a 30-16 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Those inside the organization believe this Ravens team can defy these challenging odds because of Jackson's impending return, improving health, a favorable schedule and Harbaugh's leadership.

When Baltimore plays at the Miami Dolphins on Thursday night (8:15 p.m. ET, Prime Video), the Ravens can prove to the football world that they're capable of a historic run.

The Ravens (2-5) are convinced they can rebound from one of the most tumultuous starts in