Lamar Jackson perfect passer rating Ravens rout Dolphins 56-19 clinch top seed AFC

Lamar Jackson shines in potential MVP bid, leading Ravens to top AFC seed with 56-19 rout of Dolphins, clinching AFC North title.

Lamar Jackson put on a stunning performance in what could potentially be his final push for the MVP award. The star quarterback threw for an impressive 321 yards and five touchdowns, achieving a perfect passer rating as he led the Baltimore Ravens to a dominant 56-19 victory over the Miami Dolphins. This win secured the top seed in the AFC for the Ravens, marking a significant milestone in their season.

Isaiah Likely was a standout player for the Ravens, catching two touchdown passes and contributing to the team's sixth consecutive win. This victory also resulted in the Ravens claiming their first AFC North title since Jackson's MVP season in 2019. With a record of 13-3, Baltimore now has the luxury of potentially resting key players, including Jackson, in their upcoming regular-season finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

While the Dolphins also secured a spot in the postseason with an 11-5 record, the winner of their upcoming game against the Buffalo Bills will determine the AFC East champion. Miami faced challenges during the game, as they were missing offensive stars Jaylen Waddle and Raheem Mostert due to injuries. Additionally, linebacker Bradley Chubb sustained a significant injury, further complicating the Dolphins' prospects.

Throughout the game, Jackson received chants of "MVP!" from the home crowd as he demonstrated exceptional skill and precision. He completed 18 of 21 passes, resulting in more touchdown passes than incompletions. This remarkable feat mirrored a similar performance by Miami's Tua Tagovailoa in a previous game.

Jackson's flawless performance against Miami is not unprecedented, as he achieved a perfect passer rating of 158.3 in a previous matchup in 2019. He now joins Tom Brady as one of the only quarterbacks to achieve two perfect ratings against the same team, with a minimum of 20 attempts.

The game showcased the clash between Miami's top-ranked scoring offense and Baltimore's top-ranked scoring defense. Initially, the Dolphins took the lead, scoring on the first drive with a touchdown pass from Tagovailoa to Cedrick Wilson Jr. However, the Ravens quickly responded, with Jackson throwing a 20-yard touchdown to Justice Hill.

The momentum shifted in the second quarter when the Ravens took the lead and never looked back. They executed impressive plays, including a 75-yard touchdown pass to Zay Flowers and a 35-yard catch-and-run touchdown by Isaiah Likely. The Ravens continued their dominance in the second half, ultimately securing a decisive victory over the Dolphins.

This game showcased the Ravens' resilience and determination, as they delivered a strong performance against a formidable opponent. As the regular season draws to a close, the Ravens are in a strong position to make a significant impact in the postseason.

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