Lamar Jackson Puts on MVP Performance in Ravens’ 56-19 Victory
In a game that solidified the Baltimore Ravens clinching the AFC North and the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs, Lamar Jackson further cemented his case for 2023 NFL MVP. The Ravens’ quarterback threw five touchdowns and had a perfect passer rating in their 56-19 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium.
The only remaining argument against Jackson being MVP was his statistics, but with this performance, that argument has also been put to rest. Jackson finished the game 18-of-21 for 321 yards passing, adding 35 yards on the ground. He had more touchdown passes than incompletions, showcasing his prowess as a top quarterback in the league.
This victory marks the most points the Ravens have ever scored at their home stadium, and it’s no surprise that Jackson’s performance played a significant role in the historic win. With this game, he also tied the record for the most perfect passer rating games in NFL history, joining the ranks of legendary quarterbacks like Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, Ben Roethlisberger, and Kurt Warner.
In a post-game interview, Jackson expressed his confidence and excitement about his performance, stating, “I’m very confident. Having the freedom to do whatever I want to when I see things out on the field. That’s the kind of game I like. We were dialing it up, being aggressive.”
With the MVP race in its final stretch, Jackson’s stellar performance in this game has all but sealed the deal for him to claim the title for the second time in his career. The only question that remains is whether the vote will be unanimous, like it was in 2019.