Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson Expands Historic Streak
The Baltimore Ravens delivered a performance that underscored why they remain a dangerous force heading into the back half of the season. In a 24-0 shutout of the Cincinnati Bengals, Baltimore sent a clear message: they’re very much in the playoff mix, even though work still lies ahead. This win followed a Thanksgiving defeat in Cincinnati, where the scoreline showed how much the team had evolved in a few weeks. On this day, the Ravens played with smart precision, physical toughness, and relentless aggression, all revolving around Jackson asserting control on his terms.
Lamar Jackson Finds Rhythm and Extends Streak
Late-season magic continues for Jackson, and today’s performance pushes his impressive streak to 16-0 across Weeks 15 through 18. He didn’t need to air the ball out, attempting only 12 pass attempts, and he finally hit paydirt after a dry spell. Two passing touchdowns and efficient distribution kept Cincinnati guessing. The ground game was the catalyst, with Derrick Henry rumbling for 110 yards on 11 carries and delivering big-play energy on nearly every touch, while Keaton Mitchell added 66 yards on eight carries. It was a bruising, control-the-line-of-scrimmage effort that allowed the defense to seize momentum.
Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow. Both players have rarely, if ever, lost a regular-season game as Week 15 arrives. With the weather turning wintry, the question looms: who will break today? The Ravens and Bengals traded early signals, but Baltimore’s execution gradually tilted the field in their favor.
Defense Rises When It Counts
Baltimore’s defense came to play when it mattered most, pressing the issue in the middle of the field and tightening secondary coverage. The unit tallied three sacks and three tackles for loss, giving Marlon Humphrey timely opportunities to make decisive plays that stifled Cincinnati’s rhythm.
A pivotal moment came when Kyle Van Hoy anticipated a handoff to Alohi Gilman, producing an 84-yard touchdown that felt like a nail in the coffin. The Ravens combined fearsome pass rush, disciplined quarterback play, and opportunistic defense to stamp their authority. The shift from the Thanksgiving game to this performance is stark. Baltimore now resembles a team peaking at the right moment, and while the path to the playoffs remains demanding, this outing sends a strong signal that they are a legitimate December threat.
Lamar Jackson remains a late-season locomotive, the rushing attack is contributing consistently, and the defense is stepping up when it matters most. The Ravens are inching closer to secure playoff positioning, and if they sustain this level of play, they could be shaping a historic December run.
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