Lamar Jackson’s comeback was amazing as he helped the Baltimore Ravens beat the Miami Dolphins 28-6 on Thursday night. After missing three games because of a hurt right hamstring, Jackson came back full of energy and ready to show why he’s one of the best players in the NFL.
Jackson, who’s won the NFL Most Valuable Player (MVP) twice, played like a true star right from the start. He completed 18 of 23 passes for 204 yards and threw four touchdown passes. Even better, he didn’t throw any interceptions. It was clear he didn’t miss a beat despite being out for a few games, which was bad news for Miami.
Jackson grew up in South Florida, making his return to Miami special. "I felt great just to be touching the grass, It was awesome.” he said after the game. He threw quickly and ran when needed, keeping Miami’s defense guessing all night.
Mark Andrews, his tight end and favorite target, said, "He was leading us all night, picking his poison. When we have 8 (Jackson's jersey number) back there leading the charge we're in good hands.
"I don't think there was any rust or anything like that. He looked great tonight, throwing the ball, running the ball. He was commanding us."
The Ravens had a balanced offense. Derrick Henry, the strong running back, ran 19 times for 119 yards, while Jackson ran five times for 14 yards. This mix of running and passing made it hard for Miami’s defense to keep up.
Miami had a rough night. Their quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa, wasn’t accurate, which frustrated the home crowd. Fans booed and some even wore paper bags on their heads. Meanwhile, Baltimore's defense forced Miami to make mistakes like fumbling the ball, giving the Ravens chances to score.
With the win, the Ravens are now 3-5, tied for second place in the AFC North with Cincinnati, and just behind Pittsburgh. Jackson said after the game, “It’s do or die each and every week,” showing the team’s gritty attitude. This could help the Ravens bounce back especially with games coming up against teams with losing records.
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Coach John Harbaugh praised Jackson, saying he saw great poise and confidence on the field, proving Jackson was back in form. This win was just what the Ravens needed to bring energy and hope to the team and fans.
Baltimore controlled the game from start to finish. The Dolphins struggled to keep up and faced a tough loss in front of their fans.
The Ravens now have some momentum as the season goes on. If Jackson keeps playing like this, Baltimore could be a team to watch when the playoffs come around.
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