Jackson and the Ravens Get a Much-Needed Win Over Steelers

The Ravens are now tied at the top of the AFC North alongside their bitter division rivals, the Steelers, putting an end to the Pittsburgh Steelers' long-standing dominance over them. This victory marks a significant milestone for the Ravens, as it is their first triumph against the Steelers since 2022 and their first home win over Pittsburgh since 2019. Having suffered losses in eight out of their last nine encounters, the Ravens turned the tide by defeating the Steelers 34-17 on Saturday, largely due to the impressive performance of quarterback Lamar Jackson and the Ravens' defense.

Although Lamar Jackson did not deliver his most precise performance, he excelled in the red zone. Jackson connected on three touchdown passes of 9, 14, and 7 yards. Prior to this matchup, Jackson had managed only five touchdown passes across five starts against Pittsburgh. This game not only boosted his impressive season credentials but also enabled him to set a new franchise record with 37 touchdown passes.

The most defining moment in the game came with Marlon Humphrey's electrifying pick-six in the fourth quarter. As the Ravens were clinging to a 24-17 lead, they risked losing their grip when Lamar Jackson threw an atypical interception in the red zone. However, just two plays later, Marlon Humphrey made a game-changing interception against Russell Wilson, racing 37 yards to the end zone for a score. This play accounted for the Ravens' first defensive touchdown of the season, an even more impressive feat for a team that had entered the game with the NFL's 31st-ranked pass defense.

It was a huge win for the Ravens and the city of Baltimore, which had recently struggled against the Steelers. It is a very positive trend to see this team making plays as the season approaches its climax, with the playoffs only a few short weeks away. Having players like Humphrey and Derrick Henry, who rushed for 162 yards, hitting their stride late in the season is a tremendous boost for a Super Bowl-contending team. Moving forward, the Ravens will have to continue to perform as they hope to secure the top spot in the division. Baltimore has matchups against the Texans and the Browns coming up, two encounters that will prove to be challenging for different reasons. Cleveland always plays the Ravens tough as a division rival, and the Texans, despite losing on Saturday, are a talented team. It is a short road but one with high stakes as the season continues to progress toward that coveted Lombardi Trophy.