The Ravens, powered by Jackson and Henry, take a commanding lead in their playoff game against the Steelers
Baltimore: If the Ravens want to snag their first Super Bowl since 2012, Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry are key players. So far, they’re doing their part.
The road to the Lombardi Trophy is long, but this dynamic duo has been impressive early on. In the first half of the AFC wild-card game against the Steelers, they’ve racked up 164 rushing yards and three touchdowns.
Jackson was on fire, completing 13 of 15 passes for 144 yards, helping the Ravens to a solid 21-0 lead at halftime. They kicked things off with a strong 95-yard drive, capped by a touchdown pass to Rashod Bateman.
One of the highlights was when Henry took a direct snap and charged down to the Steelers’ 12-yard line, gaining 34 yards. The Ravens’ second drive was a quick six plays, but they quickly got back on track.
Henry scored on an 8-yard run, and Jackson connected with Justice Hill for another touchdown. That drive was lightning-fast, taking just under two minutes.
Overall, Baltimore has been dominating. The Steelers struggled, managing only 59 total yards compared to the Ravens’ impressive 308. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin acknowledged Jackson’s impact, saying they need to hold onto the ball better.
