Lamar Jackson made history in the Baltimore Ravens' 31-2 victory over the Houston Texans by breaking the NFL career rushing record for quarterbacks. Jackson's standout moment came with a 48-yard touchdown run, reaching a career-best top speed of 21.25 mph. His performance further solidified his case for MVP as the Ravens moved closer to clinching the AFC North title.
Coach John Harbaugh praised Jackson's exceptional performance, highlighting his record-breaking achievement of surpassing Michael Vick's career rushing total. Jackson threw for 168 yards and two touchdowns, in addition to running for 87 yards, including the impressive long scoring run.
The Ravens, with an 11-5 record, have secured their third consecutive playoff berth and are aiming to win the division over Pittsburgh with a victory against Cleveland in the upcoming week. Jackson, the reigning MVP, showcased his talent throughout the game, leading the Ravens to their third straight win.
Despite Houston's efforts, they struggled to contain Jackson and Derrick Henry, who set the Ravens' season record with his 16th touchdown. The Texans, now 9-7, faced challenges in finishing drives and failed to capitalize on opportunities, ultimately falling short against the Ravens.
Following the game, Jackson emphasized the competitive nature of the NFL, acknowledging the difficulty of performing consistently at a high level. The Texans, dealing with injuries and setbacks, are looking to regroup as they prepare to face the Titans in their next game.
Both teams are gearing up for their upcoming matchups, with the Ravens hosting the Browns and the Texans visiting the Titans in the following weekend. The game dates are yet to be determined as the teams continue their pursuit of success in the NFL season.
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