NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, the Baltimore Ravens secured a decisive 34-10 victory over the Houston Texans in the AFC divisional playoffs at M&T Bank Stadium, earning them a spot in the upcoming AFC championship game.

Jackson played a crucial role with two touchdown passes, completing 16 out of 22 passes for 152 yards, and scoring two touchdowns on the ground, covering 100 yards on 11 carries. Although the game was tied 10-10 at halftime, a punt return for a touchdown by Houston’s Steven Sims, the Ravens’ defense held the Texans scoreless in the second half.

Here’s a recount of the events that transpired on Saturday in Baltimore.

Lamar Jackson’s second rushing touchdown increases the score to 31-10.

Lamar Jackson, expected to be the league MVP, showcased his impressive skills in the game. He scored an 8-yard rushing touchdown, helping the Ravens lead 31-10 against the Texans.

This marked Jackson’s second rushing touchdown of the game. He executed a play-fake and then ran into the end zone and up the stadium tunnel. Jackson had an outstanding overall performance, completing 16 passes for 152 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 100 yards and two more touchdowns. Remarkably, this is only the second time in his career that he achieved both passing and rushing touchdowns in a single game.

In the second half, the Ravens dominated, scoring three consecutive touchdowns and preventing the Texans from scoring at all in the third and fourth quarters of the game.

The Ravens have extended their lead to 24-10.

The Ravens increased their lead against the Texans with an impressive drive. Lamar Jackson threw a 15-yard touchdown to Isaiah Likely, making the score 24-10 at the start of the fourth quarter. The Ravens began the drive from their own seven-yard line, and Jackson’s critical play on 4th & 1 at Houston’s 49-yard line, where he ran for 14 yards, kept the drive alive.

Lamar Jackson now has 15 completions for 141 passing yards and two passing touchdowns. Additionally, he ran for 82 yards and scored one rushing touchdown. The Ravens are performing exceptionally well.

As the third quarter wraps up, the Ravens hold a 17-10 lead over the Texans.

As the third quarter wraps up, the Ravens maintain a lead of 17-10 over the Texans. With 15 minutes left, Baltimore has the advantage and may add to it soon.

In the third quarter, the Ravens broke the tie with a six-play, 55-yard touchdown drive, making it a 17-10 game. After the Texans were unable to score on their opening drive in the second half, the Ravens gained possession and are moving deep into Houston territory. They’ll begin the fourth quarter at the 19-yard line.

Facing pressure from the Texans’ defense, Lamar Jackson has showcased his skills both in the air and on the ground, leading the Ravens with 126 passing yards and 82 rushing yards. Jackson has contributed with both throwing and running scores, highlighting his dynamic play.

The Ravens have surged ahead, claiming the lead with a touchdown run by Lamar Jackson

The Ravens have taken the lead once again with a 15-yard touchdown run by Lamar Jackson, bringing his rushing yards to 68. After a close call with a potential interception in the end zone, Jackson swiftly ran up the middle on the next play to score. The Ravens gained a favorable starting position on their own 45-yard line, thanks to a 37-yard punt return by receiver Devin Duvernay.

In this drive, Jackson played a crucial role, covering 52 of the 55 yards gained. His overall stats include ten completed passes for 89 yards and one passing touchdown, along with one rushing touchdown.
As it stands, the Ravens lead 17-10

At halftime, the Ravens and the Texans are deadlocked at 10-10.

At halftime, the score remains level at 10-10 between Houston and Baltimore. Lamar Jackson has played a crucial role for the Ravens, contributing to 102 of Baltimore’s 118 first-half yards and throwing a touchdown pass in the second quarter. However, Houston’s defense has been effective, recording three sacks against Jackson.

Houston’s offense faced challenges, but Steven Sims changed the game with a 67-yard punt return for a touchdown, tying the game. C.J. Stroud threw for 131 yards in the first half on 11-for-20 passing.

The Texans accumulated eight penalties for 50 yards in the half, indicating some struggles. Baltimore will have possession of the ball to start the third quarter.

The Texans leveled the score at 10-10 with a special touchdown by Steven Sims on a 67-yard punt return.

The Texans leveled the score at 10-10 with a special touchdown by Steven Sims on a 67-yard punt return. Catching the ball at the Houston 33-yard line, Sims weaved through the field, evading tackles, and confidently walked into the end zone. The successful extra point tied the game with less than five minutes left in the first half.

This punt return touchdown is the first in the NFL playoffs since 2013 when Denver’s Trindon Holliday went 90 yards against the Ravens. It’s a significant moment for the Texans in this playoff game.

The first quarter concludes with a tied score of 3-3 in Baltimore.

Houston performed well on their third possession, leading to a 50-yard field goal by Ka’imi Fairbairn.

Entering the second quarter, the Ravens have good field position near midfield, thanks to Lamar Jackson’s 23-yard run following a scramble. Lamar, a potential MVP, accounted for 63 of Baltimore’s 72 first-quarter yards.

Houston is grappling with penalties, accumulating six for 40 yards in the first quarter. This issue persists as the Texans were among the most penalized teams in the NFL during the regular season.

Houston faced difficulties on their second attempt to score, plagued by three penalties, including an intentional grounding and a false start. Despite a promising 26-yard catch by Devin Singletary, the penalties pushed the Texans out of field goal range, leading to another punt.

C.J. Stroud, the Texans’ quarterback, started the game with a 4-7 completion rate for 49 yards.

On the flip side, the Ravens, after halting Houston’s first scoring attempt, managed to advance down the field, securing the first points of the game with a 53-yard field goal from Justin Tucker. Known as the most accurate kicker in NFL history, Tucker’s kick gave the Ravens the lead in the game.