Dec 7, 2025
🏈 Game Recap: Ravens 20, Steelers 16
Lamar Jackson delivered a clutch fourth-quarter touchdown drive as the Ravens outlasted the Steelers in a physical, grind-it-out AFC North battle. For beginners: Baltimore won because Lamar made the biggest plays when it mattered. For die-hard fans: The Ravens’ option variations, late adjustments in their gap-exchange run defense, and Lamar’s manipulation of Pittsburgh’s linebackers on key throws all swung momentum in a game defined by field position and toughness.
🔥 First Quarter — Defense Dominates Early
Both teams traded punts as defenses controlled the game.
T.J. Watt blew up multiple early Ravens plays.
Steelers kicked a field goal after a short-field opportunity.
🔥 Second Quarter — Ravens Respond
Lamar hit Zay Flowers on a deep corner route.
Baltimore’s run game started to loosen Pittsburgh’s front.
Steelers answered with another field goal to maintain a slim lead.
🔥 Third Quarter — Pittsburgh Extends the Lead
Najee Harris powered through tackles on a long drive.
Kenny Pickett connected with George Pickens for explosive gains.
Ravens held firm in the red zone, limiting the Steelers to three.
🔥 Fourth Quarter — Lamar Takes Over
Lamar scrambled for multiple first downs on the game-winning drive.
He capped it off with a touchdown pass to Mark Andrews.
Baltimore’s defense forced Pickett into a hurried throw on the final drive, sealing the rivalry win.
❓ Community Discussion Question:
Are the Ravens the most complete team in the AFC right now, or do you still worry about their ability to win tight, low-scoring games like this consistently?
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