Lamar Jackson’s triumphant return to the field, Thursday night in Cincinnati. In his second start, he led the Ravens to a 28-6 thrashing of the Miami Dolphins in Miami Gardens, Florida. Jackson made his return after sitting out two games due to a hamstring injury. His return proved key for the Ravens, who were reeling under a pathetically bad 1-5 record and had yet seen their playoff chances evaporate to nearly nothing.
The Ravens came into the game up against the eight-ball. That’s only happened to 1.1% of teams since 1933 in making the playoffs after that horrible start. On the bright side, the AFC North is surprisingly wide-open right now, giving the Ravens a big chance to get their season back on track. Jackson’s return was a huge, necessary spark for the team. He ended up with four touchdown passes on the day, cementing his talent and command.
With Jackson’s performance leading the way, the team was ensured the victory. It further restored hope to Ravens fans and opponents for a recent playoff run. The quarterback’s ability to connect with his receivers and manage the game effectively proved crucial against a Dolphins team that struggled to contain Baltimore’s offense.
Jackson completely stole the show. ESPN NFL Nation writers Jamison Hensley and Marcel Louis-Jacques discussed some of the key plays and highlights from this important primetime matchup. Yet their commentary underscored just how significant this win was. Not only did the play change the outcome of the game, but it likely changed the fortune of the Ravens’ season.
They’ll be looking to take advantage of the opportunities that await in a loaded AFC North. With Jackson back at the helm, the team believes it can overcome its rocky start and make a strong push for the playoffs.
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