Browns vs Ravens 2025: Playoff Success Comparison
The Ravens have won 3 playoff games and 1 Super Bowl (2001) while the Browns have won 0 playoff games since 1994 and no Super Bowls, making Baltimore significantly more successful in the modern era. The Ravens also lead the all-time series 40-28-1 as of 2025.
Cleveland Browns
NFL franchise based in Cleveland, Ohio; historically competitive but championship-challenged since 1999 return.
Fans betting on young talent development and a team building toward future contention; those who value potential upside over proven success
Baltimore Ravens
NFL franchise with 3 Super Bowl championships and consistent AFC North dominance since 1996
Fans prioritizing consistent winning, defensive excellence, and stable organization; those seeking proven organizational competence over flashy potential
Quick Answer
AI SummaryThe Ravens have won 3 playoff games and 1 Super Bowl (2001) while the Browns have won 0 playoff games since 1994 and no Super Bowls, making Baltimore significantly more successful in the modern era. The Ravens also lead the all-time series 40-28-1 as of 2025.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedThe Ravens are objectively the more successful franchise, with a Super Bowl championship, 13 playoff wins since 2000, and consistent divisional dominance. Choose the Ravens if you value proven success, stable coaching, and consistent playoff contention. Choose the Browns if you're drawn to a rebuilding franchise with emerging talent and want to invest in a team trying to break a 31-year playoff drought.
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Super Bowl Wins:✓ Baltimore Ravens wins(1 (2001) vs 0)
- Playoff Wins (2000-2025):✓ Baltimore Ravens wins(13 vs 0)
- All-Time Head-to-Head Record:✓ Baltimore Ravens wins(40-28-1 vs 28-40-1)
Key Facts & Figures
50 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Cleveland Browns | Baltimore Ravens | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turnovers(count) | 2 | — | — |
| Yards Per Play(yards) | 4.2 | — | — |
| Fumbles Lost(count) | 2 | — | — |
| Interceptions Thrown(count) | 0 | — | — |
| Total Turnovers (Fumbles + INTs)(count) | 2 | — | — |
| Home Win Percentage vs This Opponent(%) | 27.3% | — | — |
| Away Win Percentage vs This Opponent(%) | 44.4% | — | — |
| Average Points Per Game vs This Opponent(PPG) | 18.1 | — | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Wins(wins) | Cleveland Browns | — | — |
| Franchise Total Wins(wins) | Cleveland Browns | — | — |
| Leading Running Back Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | Cleveland Browns | — | — |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | Cleveland Browns | — | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Win Percentage(%) | 35.5% | — | — |
| 2025 Regular Season Wins(wins) | 11 | — | — |
| 2025 Points Per Game(PPG) | 22.4 | — | — |
| All-Time Win Percentage(percentage) | 64.7% | — | — |
| Primary Running Back Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | 827 (Quinshon Judkins) | — | — |
| Super Bowl Titles(championships) | 0 | — | — |
| Starting QB 2025 Passing Yards(yards) | ~2,000 yards | — | — |
| Starting QB Touchdowns (2025)(TDs) | ~15 TDs | — | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 0 | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Years)(appearances) | 3 appearances | — | — |
| Passer Rating (2025)(rating) | ~82 | — | — |
| Years Since Super Bowl Win(years) | 61 years (1964) | — | — |
| Points For Per Game(PPG) | 16.7 | — | — |
| Points Against Per Game(PPG) | 478 | — | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 0 | 3 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2001-2026)(appearances) | 2 | — | — |
| All-Time Winning Percentage(%) | 44.2% | — | — |
| QB Passing Yards (2024 Season)(yards) | 3,964 (Deshaun Watson) | — | — |
| QB Touchdown-to-Interception Ratio (2024)(ratio) | 1.69 (27 TDs / 16 INTs) | — | — |
| Head Coach Current Tenure(seasons) | 6 seasons (Kevin Stefanski, since 2020) | — | — |
| Division Titles (All-Time)(titles) | 8 | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (1996-2024)(appearances) | 6 | 13 | |
| AFC North Division Titles (1996-2024)(titles) | 8 | 10 | |
| Starting QB Contract (2024-25 Season)(USD millions guaranteed) | $230M (Watson) | $255M (Jackson) | |
| Offensive Points Per Game (2023-24 Season)(PPG) | 21.5 | 23.1 | |
| Rushing Yards Per Game (2023-24 Season)(yards) | 118.2 | 158.1 | |
| Super Bowl Wins(championships) | 0 | 1 | |
| Years Since Last Championship(years) | 77 years (1964) | 1 year (2024) | |
| Division Titles (2015-2025)(titles) | 2 | 5 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2025)(appearances) | 2 | 4 | |
| Win Percentage (2020-2025)(%) | 56.3% | 71.4% | |
| Current QB Annual Salary Cap Hit(USD millions) | $57.5M (Deshaun Watson) | $51M (Lamar Jackson) | |
| Team Valuation (2025)(USD billions) | $3.2B | $3.8B | |
| Super Bowl Titles(championships) | 0 | — | — |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | Kevin Stefanski, 4 seasons | 3 (John Harbaugh since 2008) | |
| Division Titles (2015-2024)(titles) | 2 | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2015-2024)(appearances) | 3 (2020, 2022, 2023) | — | — |
| NFL Championships Pre-1966(championships) | 8 | — | — |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
- 0Super Bowl Wins1 (2001)(winner)
- 0Playoff Wins (2000-2025)13(winner)
- 28-40-1All-Time Head-to-Head Record40-28-1(winner)
- 1 (2020)Recent Division Titles (2015-2025)4 (2019, 2020, 2023, 2024)(winner)
- 3Playoff Appearances (2000-2025)11(winner)
- 7.4Average Wins Per Season (Last 10 Years)10.2(winner)
- Kevin Stefanski (3 seasons, 2020-present)Starting Head Coach TenureJohn Harbaugh (18 seasons, 2008-present)
- Super Bowl Wins
Cleveland Browns
0
Baltimore Ravens
1 (2001)(winner)
- Playoff Wins (2000-2025)
Cleveland Browns
0
Baltimore Ravens
13(winner)
- All-Time Head-to-Head Record
Cleveland Browns
28-40-1
Baltimore Ravens
40-28-1(winner)
- Recent Division Titles (2015-2025)
Cleveland Browns
1 (2020)
Baltimore Ravens
4 (2019, 2020, 2023, 2024)(winner)
- Playoff Appearances (2000-2025)
Cleveland Browns
3
Baltimore Ravens
11(winner)
- Average Wins Per Season (Last 10 Years)
Cleveland Browns
7.4
Baltimore Ravens
10.2(winner)
- Starting Head Coach Tenure
Cleveland Browns
Kevin Stefanski (3 seasons, 2020-present)
Baltimore Ravens
John Harbaugh (18 seasons, 2008-present)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Cleveland Browns | Baltimore Ravens |
|---|---|---|
| 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% | — |
| 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 | — |
| 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) | — |
| 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) | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 0 | 3(winner) |
| Super Bowl Wins(championships) | 0 | 1(winner) |
| Years Since Last Championship(years) | 77 years (1964) | 1 year (2024)(winner) |
| Playoff Appearances (2001-2026)(appearances) | 2 | — |
| All-Time Winning Percentage(%) | 44.2% | — |
| Head Coach Current Tenure(seasons) | 6 seasons (Kevin Stefanski, since 2020) | — |
| Division Titles (All-Time)(titles) | 8 | — |
| Super Bowl Titles(championships) | 0 | — |
| NFL Championships Pre-1966(championships) | 8 | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Record (Since 1996)(wins-losses) | 29-35 | 35-29(winner) |
| Playoff Appearances (1996-2024)(appearances) | 6 | 13(winner) |
| Offensive Points Per Game (2023-24 Season)(PPG) | 21.5 | 23.1(winner) |
| Rushing Yards Per Game (2023-24 Season)(yards) | 118.2 | 158.1(winner) |
| AFC North Division Titles (1996-2024)(titles) | 8 | 10(winner) |
| Starting QB Contract (2024-25 Season)(USD millions guaranteed) | $230M (Watson)(winner) | $255M (Jackson) |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Record(wins-losses) | 29-35 | 35-29(winner) |
| Division Titles (2015-2025)(titles) | 2 | 5(winner) |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2025)(appearances) | 2 | 4(winner) |
| Win Percentage (2020-2025)(%) | 56.3% | 71.4%(winner) |
| Current QB Annual Salary Cap Hit(USD millions) | $57.5M (Deshaun Watson) | $51M (Lamar Jackson)(winner) |
| Team Valuation (2025)(USD billions) | $3.2B | $3.8B(winner) |
| All-Time Win-Loss Record (Franchise)(wins-losses) | 544-689-10 (.441 win percentage) | — |
| Head-to-Head Record (All-Time)(wins-losses) | 42-81-1 vs Steelers | — |
| Current Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | Kevin Stefanski, 4 seasons(winner) | 3 (John Harbaugh since 2008) |
| Years Since Last Super Bowl Win(years) | Never won | — |
Cleveland BrownsBaltimore RavensPros & Cons
10 pros·5 cons across both
Cleveland Browns
Pros
- Young promising QB in Deshaun Watson (age 29) with 3 years remaining on contract
- Strong rushing attack led by Nick Chubb and Jerome Ford averaging 4.5+ yards per carry
- Improved offensive line ranking 8th in pass protection efficiency (2024)
- Modern stadium (Cleveland Browns Stadium, opened 1999) with $230M renovation completed 2024
- Motivated fanbase seeking first playoff win since 1994 (31-year drought)
Cons
- Zero playoff wins in 31 years (1994-2025) creates organizational uncertainty
- Watson's injury history (shoulder surgery 2024) and $250M guaranteed contract limits flexibility
- Defense ranks 21st in points allowed per game (23.1 PPG, 2024)
Baltimore Ravens
Pros
- Super Bowl XXXV champions (2001) with proven championship pedigree
- Elite defense historically: 2024 defense ranks 4th in points allowed (18.9 PPG)
- Generational QB Lamar Jackson (age 28) with MVP caliber play and dual-threat capability
- Strong ground game: Ravens rushed for 2,092 yards in 2024 (3rd in NFL)
- John Harbaugh (18-year tenure) provides organizational stability and has won 64% of games
Cons
- Playoff success limited to one Super Bowl run 24 years ago despite consistent winning
- Lamar Jackson has not won playoff game since 2020 (four consecutive postseason losses 2021-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
The Browns franchise has faced 31 years of organizational instability, including relocation to Baltimore (1996-1999) before returning, multiple coaching changes (15 head coaches since 1994), and poor quarterback play for most of that period. Even recent investments in talent like Deshaun Watson haven't yet translated to postseason success, with the team finishing 11-6 in 2024 but missing the playoffs due to tiebreaker rules.
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NFL franchise with 3 Super Bowl championships and consistent AFC North dominance since 1996
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