In a thrilling prime-time quarterback showdown, Lamar Jackson led the Baltimore Ravens to a dominant 35-10 victory over Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. The two-time MVP showcased his skills with three touchdowns, but he also had the support of the running back duo of Derrick Henry and Justice Hill, who combined for an impressive 305 yards from scrimmage. The Ravens’ defense also stepped up with their best performance of the season, suffocating the Bills’ offense.
This win was a stark contrast to their Week 1 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, where Jackson had to carry the team and ultimately ran out of gas. It highlighted the quarterback’s true potential when he is able to delegate and rely on his teammates. Jackson’s performance in this game propelled him past C.J. Stroud in the QB rankings.
Despite the gap between the top four quarterbacks and Joe Burrow, Aaron Rodgers, and Brock Purdy, there is potential for those three to enter the mix with consistent upper-tier performances in the future. Justin Herbert, who has started the season with four games of under 200 passing yards, is facing some challenges. While his efficiency and ability to adjust to changes in his team have been commendable, his sack rate is concerning, especially with his history of injuries.
Jordan Love made his return from an MCL sprain and faced a tough Brian Flores defense, putting up 29 points despite throwing three interceptions. While the interceptions can be explained, his decision-making late in the game cost the team valuable points. Love showed promise in his return and will look to continue to improve in the coming weeks.
Overall, the NFL season is full of excitement and surprises, with quarterbacks at the center of it all. Jackson’s performance against the Bills solidified his status as a top QB in the league, while other young talents like Herbert and Love continue to show their potential to lead their teams to victory. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how these quarterbacks and others fare under pressure and lead their teams to success on the gridiron.
