On September 14, 2003, Jamal Lewis rushed for 295 yards against the Cleveland Browns, setting what was then the NFL single-game rushing record. Lewis’ powerful running helped the Baltimore Ravens secure a 33-13 victory, as he repeatedly broke through the Browns’ defense.
Lewis’ performance was highlighted by an 82-yard touchdown run on the second play from scrimmage, setting the tone for the rest of the game. His combination of speed and strength made him unstoppable.
‘We knew we could run the ball, but Jamal made it happen in a big way today,’ Ravens head coach Brian Billick said. ‘He was phenomenal.’
Lewis carried the ball 30 times, averaging 9.8 yards per carry, as the Browns’ defense had no answer for his relentless attack. His physical style of play wore down defenders over the course of the game.
The victory was a crucial win for the Ravens early in the season, with Lewis’ record-setting performance energizing the team and fans alike.
Lewis’ 295-yard game stood as the NFL single-game rushing record until Adrian Peterson broke it in 2007, and it remains one of the most impressive individual performances in league history.
