Ravens vs Browns 2026: Head-to-Head Record
The Ravens have won 3 Super Bowls and maintain a 32-28 all-time record advantage over the Browns, who have never won a Super Bowl. Baltimore's defense-first philosophy under John Harbaugh contrasts with Cleveland's recent offensive-focused approach under Kevin Stefanski.
Baltimore Ravens
AFC North dynasty with 3 Super Bowl championships and defense-first philosophy
Fans who value organizational stability, defense-first football, and championship experience
Cleveland Browns
AFC North team founded in 1946, known for passionate fans and recent playoff resurgence.
Fans who believe in young offensive potential and want to back an underdog rebuilding project
Quick Answer
AI SummaryThe Ravens have won 3 Super Bowls and maintain a 32-28 all-time record advantage over the Browns, who have never won a Super Bowl. Baltimore's defense-first philosophy under John Harbaugh contrasts with Cleveland's recent offensive-focused approach under Kevin Stefanski.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose the Ravens if you value championship pedigree, defensive excellence, and organizational consistency—Baltimore has built a winning culture with 3 Super Bowls and the league's longest-tenured successful head coach. Choose the Browns if you believe in their emerging offensive potential under Stefanski and want to back a team rebuilding toward relevance with talented young skill-position players like Deshaun Watson and Amari Cooper.
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Super Bowl Championships:✓ Baltimore Ravens wins(3 titles (2001, 2013, 2021 seasons) vs 0 titles)
- All-Time Regular Season Record (1996-2026):✓ Baltimore Ravens wins(32-28 franchise advantage vs 28-32 franchise disadvantage)
- Current Head Coach Tenure:✓ Baltimore Ravens wins(John Harbaugh: 17 seasons (2008-present) vs Kevin Stefanski: 5 seasons (2020-present))
Key Facts & Figures
72 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Baltimore Ravens | Cleveland Browns | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 3 (2001, 2013, 2021) | 0 | |
| Playoff Appearances (1996-2024)(appearances) | 13 | 6 | |
| AFC North Division Titles (1996-2024)(titles) | 10 | 8 | |
| Starting QB Contract (2024-25 Season)(USD millions guaranteed) | $255M (Jackson) | $230M (Watson) | |
| Offensive Points Per Game (2023-24 Season)(PPG) | 23.1 | 21.5 | |
| Rushing Yards Per Game (2023-24 Season)(yards) | 158.1 | 118.2 | |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 3 (John Harbaugh since 2008) | Kevin Stefanski, 4 seasons | |
| Super Bowl Wins(titles) | 1 | 0 | |
| Years Since Last Championship(years) | 1 year (2024) | 77 years (1964) | |
| Division Titles (2015-2025)(titles) | 5 | 2 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2025)(appearances) | 4 | 2 | |
| Win Percentage (2020-2025)(%) | 71.4% | 56.3% | |
| Current QB Annual Salary Cap Hit(USD millions) | $51M (Lamar Jackson) | $57.5M (Deshaun Watson) | |
| Team Valuation (2025)(USD billions) | $3.8B | $3.2B | |
| Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 17 seasons (John Harbaugh, 2008-present) | 5 seasons (Kevin Stefanski, 2020-present) | |
| 2025 Defense Ranking (Yards Allowed/Game)(yards/game) | 349.8 yards (10th) | 364.5 yards (22nd) | |
| 2025 Offense Ranking (Yards Per Game)(yards/game) | 362.1 yards (14th) | 379.8 yards (7th) | |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Seasons)(appearances) | 7 appearances (2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024) | 3 appearances (2020, 2021, 2023) | |
| Modern Era Hall of Famers(players) | 3 (Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Jonathan Ogden) | 2 (Jim Brown, Otto Graham) | |
| Head Coach Regular Season Win Percentage(percent) | 67.5% (Harbaugh) | 54.0% (Stefanski) | |
| Turnovers(count) | 2 | 2 | |
| Yards Per Play(yards) | 4.2 | 4.2 | |
| Fumbles Lost(count) | 2 | 2 | |
| Interceptions Thrown(count) | 0 | 0 | |
| Total Turnovers (Fumbles + INTs)(count) | 2 | 2 | |
| Home Win Percentage vs This Opponent(%) | 27.3% | 27.3% | |
| Away Win Percentage vs This Opponent(%) | 44.4% | 44.4% | |
| Average Points Per Game vs This Opponent(PPG) | 18.1 | 18.1 | |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Wins(wins) | Cleveland Browns | Cleveland Browns | |
| Franchise Total Wins(wins) | Cleveland Browns | Cleveland Browns | |
| Leading Running Back Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | Cleveland Browns | Cleveland Browns | |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | Cleveland Browns | Cleveland Browns | |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Win Percentage(%) | 35.5% | 35.5% | |
| 2025 Regular Season Wins(wins) | 11 | 11 | |
| 2025 Points Per Game(PPG) | 22.4 | 22.4 | |
| All-Time Win Percentage(percentage) | 64.7% | 64.7% | |
| Primary Running Back Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | 827 (Quinshon Judkins) | 827 (Quinshon Judkins) | |
| Super Bowl Titles(championships) | 0 | 0 | |
| Starting QB 2025 Passing Yards(yards) | ~2,000 yards | ~2,000 yards | |
| Starting QB Touchdowns (2025)(TDs) | ~15 TDs | ~15 TDs | |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 0 | 0 | |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Years)(appearances) | 3 appearances | 3 appearances | |
| Passer Rating (2025)(rating) | ~82 | ~82 | |
| Years Since Super Bowl Win(years) | 61 years (1964) | 61 years (1964) | |
| Points For Per Game(PPG) | 16.7 | 16.7 | |
| Points Against Per Game(PPG) | 478 | 478 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2001-2026)(appearances) | 2 | 2 | |
| All-Time Winning Percentage(%) | 45.2% | 45.2% | |
| QB Passing Yards (2024 Season)(yards) | 3,964 (Deshaun Watson) | 3,964 (Deshaun Watson) | |
| QB Touchdown-to-Interception Ratio (2024)(ratio) | 1.69 (27 TDs / 16 INTs) | 1.69 (27 TDs / 16 INTs) | |
| Head Coach Current Tenure(seasons) | 6 seasons (Kevin Stefanski, since 2020) | 6 seasons (Kevin Stefanski, since 2020) | |
| Division Titles (All-Time)(titles) | 8 | 8 | |
| Super Bowl Titles | 0 | 0 | |
| Division Titles (2015-2024)(titles) | 2 | 2 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2015-2024)(appearances) | 3 (2020, 2022, 2023) | 3 (2020, 2022, 2023) | |
| NFL Championships Pre-1966(championships) | 8 | 8 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2015-2025) | 3 | 3 | |
| QB Guaranteed Contract Value(USD millions) | $230M (Deshaun Watson) | $230M (Deshaun Watson) | |
| Available Salary Cap Space (2024)(USD millions) | $8.2M | $8.2M | |
| Years in Current City(years) | 76 years (since 1950) | 76 years (since 1950) | |
| Division Championships (Last 20 Years)(titles) | 2 (2020, 2022) | 2 (2020, 2022) | |
| Super Bowl Appearances(appearances) | 0 appearances | 0 appearances | |
| All-Time Regular Season Win Percentage(%) | .447 (515-638-11) | .447 (515-638-11) | |
| Division Titles(titles) | 8 titles | 8 titles | |
| Playoff Appearances(appearances) | 6 appearances | 6 appearances | |
| Head-to-Head Series Record (all-time)(wins) | 7 wins (16 games) | 7 wins (16 games) | |
| Franchise Established(year) | 1946 | 1946 | |
| Conference Championships (pre-Super Bowl era & modern)(titles) | 8 total | 8 total | |
| Total League Championships | 8 | 8 | |
| Pro Football Hall of Famers | 22 | 22 | |
| Years in NFL(years) | 77 years (since 1946) | 77 years (since 1946) | |
| Stadium Capacity(seats) | 67,431 | 67,431 |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
- 3 titles (2001, 2013, 2021 seasons)(winner)Super Bowl Championships0 titles
- 32-28 franchise advantage(winner)All-Time Regular Season Record (1996-2026)28-32 franchise disadvantage
- John Harbaugh: 17 seasons (2008-present)(winner)Current Head Coach TenureKevin Stefanski: 5 seasons (2020-present)
- 2023 season (AFC Championship Game loss)Last Playoff Appearance2023 season (Wild Card round loss)
- 10th in NFL yards allowed per game (349.8)(winner)Defensive Ranking (2025 Season)22nd in NFL yards allowed per game (364.5)
- 14th in NFL yards per game (362.1)Offensive Ranking (2025 Season)7th in NFL yards per game (379.8)(winner)
- Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Jonathan Ogden (3 modern era)(winner)Hall of Famers Drafted/SignedJim Brown, Otto Graham (2 modern era)
- Super Bowl Championships
Baltimore Ravens
3 titles (2001, 2013, 2021 seasons)(winner)
Cleveland Browns
0 titles
- All-Time Regular Season Record (1996-2026)
Baltimore Ravens
32-28 franchise advantage(winner)
Cleveland Browns
28-32 franchise disadvantage
- Current Head Coach Tenure
Baltimore Ravens
John Harbaugh: 17 seasons (2008-present)(winner)
Cleveland Browns
Kevin Stefanski: 5 seasons (2020-present)
- Last Playoff Appearance
Baltimore Ravens
2023 season (AFC Championship Game loss)
Cleveland Browns
2023 season (Wild Card round loss)
- Defensive Ranking (2025 Season)
Baltimore Ravens
10th in NFL yards allowed per game (349.8)(winner)
Cleveland Browns
22nd in NFL yards allowed per game (364.5)
- Offensive Ranking (2025 Season)
Baltimore Ravens
14th in NFL yards per game (362.1)
Cleveland Browns
7th in NFL yards per game (379.8)(winner)
- Hall of Famers Drafted/Signed
Baltimore Ravens
Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Jonathan Ogden (3 modern era)(winner)
Cleveland Browns
Jim Brown, Otto Graham (2 modern era)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Baltimore Ravens | Cleveland Browns |
|---|---|---|
| All-Time Head-to-Head Record (Since 1996)(wins-losses) | 35-29(winner) | 29-35 |
| Playoff Appearances (1996-2024)(appearances) | 13(winner) | 6 |
| Offensive Points Per Game (2023-24 Season)(PPG) | 23.1(winner) | 21.5 |
| Rushing Yards Per Game (2023-24 Season)(yards) | 158.1(winner) | 118.2 |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 3 (2001, 2013, 2021)(winner) | 0 |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Seasons)(appearances) | 7 appearances (2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024)(winner) | 3 appearances (2020, 2021, 2023) |
| Playoff Appearances(appearances) | 6 appearances | — |
| AFC North Division Titles (1996-2024)(titles) | 10(winner) | 8 |
| Starting QB Contract (2024-25 Season)(USD millions guaranteed) | $255M (Jackson) | $230M (Watson)(winner) |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 3 (John Harbaugh since 2008) | Kevin Stefanski, 4 seasons(winner) |
| Super Bowl Wins(titles) | 1(winner) | 0 |
| Years Since Last Championship(years) | 1 year (2024)(winner) | 77 years (1964) |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Record(wins-losses) | 32-28 (since 1996)(winner) | 28-32 (since 1996) |
| Division Titles (2015-2025)(titles) | 5(winner) | 2 |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2025)(appearances) | 4(winner) | 2 |
| Playoff Appearances (2015-2025) | 3 | — |
| Win Percentage (2020-2025)(%) | 71.4%(winner) | 56.3% |
| Current QB Annual Salary Cap Hit(USD millions) | $51M (Lamar Jackson)(winner) | $57.5M (Deshaun Watson) |
| Team Valuation (2025)(USD billions) | $3.8B(winner) | $3.2B |
| Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 17 seasons (John Harbaugh, 2008-present)(winner) | 5 seasons (Kevin Stefanski, 2020-present) |
| Head Coach Regular Season Win Percentage(percent) | 67.5% (Harbaugh)(winner) | 54.0% (Stefanski) |
| 2025 Defense Ranking (Yards Allowed/Game)(yards/game) | 349.8 yards (10th)(winner) | 364.5 yards (22nd) |
| 2025 Offense Ranking (Yards Per Game)(yards/game) | 362.1 yards (14th) | 379.8 yards (7th)(winner) |
| Modern Era Hall of Famers(players) | 3 (Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Jonathan Ogden)(winner) | 2 (Jim Brown, Otto Graham) |
| Turnovers(count) | 2 | — |
| Fumbles Lost(count) | 2 | — |
| Total Turnovers (Fumbles + INTs)(count) | 2 | — |
| Fumbles (Total-Lost)(count) | 4-2 | — |
| Yards Per Play(yards) | 4.2 | — |
| QB Touchdown-to-Interception Ratio (2024)(ratio) | 1.69 (27 TDs / 16 INTs) | — |
| Interceptions Thrown(count) | 0 | — |
| 2026 Roster Building Moves(deals) | Standard approach | — |
| Game Execution Rating(score) | Fair - Turnover issues | — |
| Home Win Percentage vs This Opponent(%) | 27.3% | — |
| Away Win Percentage vs This Opponent(%) | 44.4% | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Win Percentage(%) | 35.5% | — |
| Average Points Per Game vs This Opponent(PPG) | 18.1 | — |
| Leading Running Back Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | Cleveland Browns | — |
| 2025 Starting QB Passing Yards(yards) | Deshaun Gabriel 110 yards | — |
| Starting QB 2025 Passing Yards(yards) | ~2,000 yards | — |
| Starting QB Touchdowns (2025)(TDs) | ~15 TDs | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Wins(wins) | Cleveland Browns | — |
| Franchise Total Wins(wins) | Cleveland Browns | — |
| Years in NFL(seasons) | 77 seasons overall | — |
| All-Time Win Percentage(percentage) | 64.7% | — |
| Years in NFL(years) | 77 years (since 1946) | — |
| 2025 Season Starting QB Experience(years) | Cleveland Browns | — |
| Elite Wide Receiver Presence | Cleveland Browns | — |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | Cleveland Browns | — |
| Points Per Game (2025 H2H)(PPG) | 20.2 | — |
| Home Win Percentage (H2H)(%) | 46.7% | — |
| Primary RB Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | Quinshon Judkins 827 yards | — |
| 2025 Regular Season Wins(wins) | 11 | — |
| 2025 Regular Season Record(Wins-Losses) | Below .500 | — |
| 2025 Season Record(wins-losses) | 3-14 | — |
| 2025 Points Per Game(PPG) | 22.4 | — |
| Points For Per Game(PPG) | 16.7 | — |
| QB Passing Yards (2024 Season)(yards) | 3,964 (Deshaun Watson) | — |
| Quarterback TD:INT Ratio (2025)(ratio) | 19:10 | — |
| Primary Running Back Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | 827 (Quinshon Judkins) | — |
| Franchise Era(years) | 73rd season (2025) | — |
| Quarterback Competition Level | Multiple starters (Watson, Gabriel, Flacco) | — |
| Defense Ranking(ranking) | 32nd | — |
| Points Against Per Game(PPG) | 478 | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Record(wins) | 6-9 | — |
| Super Bowl Titles(championships) | 0 | — |
| 2025 Head-to-Head Result(final score) | Lost 29-31 | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 0 | — |
| Super Bowl Appearances(appearances) | 0 appearances | — |
| Division Titles(titles) | 8 titles | — |
| Conference Championships (pre-Super Bowl era & modern)(titles) | 8 total | — |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Years)(appearances) | 3 appearances | — |
| 2024 Season Record(wins-losses) | 3-14 (5th place, AFC North) | — |
| Division Titles (2015-2024)(titles) | 2 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2015-2024)(appearances) | 3 (2020, 2022, 2023) | — |
| 2023 Regular Season Record(wins-losses) | 11-6 | — |
| Head-to-Head December 14, 2025(points) | Lost 3-31 | — |
| QB Completion Percentage (2025)(%) | ~55% | — |
| Passer Rating (2025)(rating) | ~82 | — |
| Years Since Super Bowl Win(years) | 61 years (1964) | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2001-2026)(appearances) | 2 | — |
| All-Time Winning Percentage(%) | 45.2% | — |
| All-Time Win-Loss Record (Franchise)(wins-losses) | 544-689-10 (.441 win percentage) | — |
| Head Coach Current Tenure(seasons) | 6 seasons (Kevin Stefanski, since 2020) | — |
| Division Titles (All-Time)(titles) | 8 | — |
| Super Bowl Titles | 0 | — |
| NFL Championships Pre-1966(championships) | 8 | — |
| Total League Championships | 8 | — |
| Most Recent Super Bowl Win(year) | Never | — |
| Head-to-Head Record (All-Time)(wins-losses) | 42-81-1 vs Steelers | — |
| Years Since Last Super Bowl Win(years) | Never won | — |
| QB Guaranteed Contract Value(USD millions) | $230M (Deshaun Watson) | — |
| Available Salary Cap Space (2024)(USD millions) | $8.2M | — |
| Years in Current City(years) | 76 years (since 1950) | — |
| Division Championships (Last 20 Years)(titles) | 2 (2020, 2022) | — |
| All-Time Regular Season Win Percentage(%) | .447 (515-638-11) | — |
| Head-to-Head Series Record (all-time)(wins) | 7 wins (16 games) | — |
| Franchise Established(year) | 1946 | — |
| Pro Football Hall of Famers | 22 | — |
| Stadium Capacity(seats) | 67,431 | — |
Baltimore RavensCleveland BrownsPros & Cons
10 pros·6 cons across both
Baltimore Ravens
Pros
- 3 Super Bowl championships (2001, 2013, 2021) providing proven winning blueprint
- 17-year tenure of head coach John Harbaugh with 67.5% regular season win rate
- Top-10 NFL defense ranking in 2025 with strong pass rush and secondary
- Consistent playoff contender with 7 playoff appearances in last 10 seasons
- Strong organizational culture and player development, especially defensive talent
Cons
- Inconsistent offensive production (14th in NFL in 2025) limits ceiling in pass-heavy era
- Limited recent defensive pass rush impact compared to elite teams like Chiefs and Bills
- Aging defensive core may decline in next 2-3 seasons affecting competitive window
Cleveland Browns
Pros
- 7th-ranked NFL offense in 2025 (379.8 yards/game) featuring elite skill players
- Deshaun Watson (2026-2027 salary cap reset allows flexibility for additional talent)
- Young offensive core with Amari Cooper (proven WR1), Nick Chubb (elite RB), and emerging TE depth
- Kevin Stefanski's innovative offensive scheme ranks top-8 in EPA per play efficiency
- Recent roster investment signals organizational commitment to contention (Watson 5-year deal)
Cons
- Defense ranks 22nd in NFL (364.5 yards allowed/game), significantly worse than Ravens
- Playoff collapse pattern: 2 of last 3 playoff appearances ended in first round exits
- No Super Bowl championships in 74-year franchise history creates credibility deficit
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
The Ravens were founded in 1996 with a defense-first philosophy that produced an immediate Super Bowl championship in 2001. This established a winning culture under Ozzie Newsome (general manager) and John Harbaugh (since 2008), resulting in 3 Super Bowls and sustained consistency. The Browns franchise has experienced chronic instability with 13 head coaches since 1999 (vs. 2 for Ravens), preventing sustained competitiveness until Stefanski's 2020 hiring. The Ravens also drafted/developed elite defensive talent (Ray Lewis, Ed Reed) that became championship cornerstones.
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