Lamar Jackson Shines as Ravens Deliver Christmas Blowout Against Texans

Houston Delivers a Christmas Blowout as Jackson Shines

It was a wild day in Houston as the Baltimore Ravens took over the field on Christmas, delivering a stunning 31-2 victory over the Houston Texans. The star of the show? None other than Lamar Jackson, who not only kept his MVP hopes alive but also made history.

Jackson’s MVP Case Just Got Stronger

Last season, Jackson snagged his second NFL MVP award, and this year he’s on a whole different level. Seriously, he’s been downright impressive. Some folks are even talking about a split MVP situation between him and the powerhouse Josh Allen from the Buffalo Bills. While Allen has been amazing, leading his team to an AFC East title, Jackson isn’t far behind. His statistics—would you look at that passer rating? It’s challenging the all-time record!

Against the Texans, Jackson exhibited his usual brilliance, throwing for two touchdowns and rushing for another. His passer rating now stands at an astonishing 121.6, which is tantalizingly close to the legendary Aaron Rodgers’ single-season record of 122.5. Oh, and did I mention that Jackson also surpassed Michael Vick‘s record for career rushing yards by a quarterback? At just 27, he’s just getting started!

Allen’s Challenge and Jackson’s Edge

For weeks, the narrative leaned more towards Allen as the consensus MVP favorite. It’s similar to that time Joel Embiid snagged the NBA MVP just because voters were tired of Nikola Jokić. There might be some voter fatigue for Jackson, which isn’t fair since he’s having an exceptional season, too. He’s not just leaning on his past accolades—his play speaks volumes.

The Ravens’ offense looked unstoppable with Derrick Henry also adding to the mix. Henry started the game strong, racking up 86 yards and a touchdown in the first quarter alone. When your running back is bulldozing through defenders like a hot knife through butter, it takes the pressure off Jackson, allowing the team to dominate—although Jackson still shines on his own.

Stellar Performance Against the Texans

Throughout the game, it was all about team effort without losing Jackson’s magic touch. In the first half alone, he only completed six passes but managed to throw for 147 yards. Can you believe that? The Ravens completely controlled the half. They led 17-2 at halftime—a score that’s never been seen before!

Jackson, being the entertainer he is, joked about catching Beyoncé’s halftime show but opted to stay in the locker room. With a lead like that, he could have strolled out and caught a few of her performances.

With Jackson’s Skills, a Playoff Run Seems Promising

The show didn’t stop after halftime; less than two minutes into the third quarter, Jackson took off on a spectacular 48-yard touchdown run. That was just icing on the cake! Not only does he have an impressive passing game, but his rushing ability is unmatched. He’s leading the way among quarterbacks, and with numbers like these, saying he deserves that third MVP becomes hard to argue.

As for Allen, he’s no slouch either, throwing for 26 touchdowns and rushing for a whopping 11 touchdowns. You can see the similarities in their playstyle; both can pass or run effectively. But here’s the thing: what seemed like an edge for Allen may not hold after the Ravens’ comeback to lead in the AFC North.

A Legacy in the Making

Jackson’s legacy could significantly shift with a third MVP award, but let’s be honest—a Super Bowl win would reshape it entirely. The Ravens have faced some tough losses this season, but their recent performance against the Texans is a stiff warning to the rest of the AFC. With all these records, accolades, and not forgetting his dynamic play style, it’s tough to ignore Jackson as a frontrunner for yet another MVP award.

The Ravens are now sitting pretty at 11-5 after their convincing win, leaving fans and analysts buzzing. As they head into the final games of the season and potentially the playoffs, every eye in the sports world will be glued to one of the most dynamic quarterbacks the NFL has ever seen. Lamar Jackson is coming for that MVP title, and judging by today’s game, who can argue that he doesn’t deserve it?