BALTIMORE — In a thrilling showdown on Thursday night, the Baltimore Ravens clawed their way back into contention against the Cincinnati Bengals after seizing an opportune turnover during the pivotal third quarter. The atmosphere was electrifying, especially when Justin Tucker‘s attempted extra point slipped through his fingers, leaving the Ravens trailing, 21-20, with just under 14 minutes left in the final frame.
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In a moment that electrified the crowd, Tylan Wallace executed an audacious sideline sprint, culminating in a breathtaking 84-yard touchdown—this marked the longest pass completion of Lamar Jackson‘s illustrious career.
However, the dream of reclaiming the lead was momentarily stifled when Tucker failed to convert the PAT. Moments earlier, the Ravens had narrowed the gap significantly thanks to a commanding performance by running back Derrick Henry, who bulldozed his way into the end zone from just one yard out, following a remarkable fumble recovery by cornerback Marlon Humphrey.
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Henry’s determination has propelled him into the record books—registering a touchdown in each of the Ravens’ first ten matchups this season, a remarkable feat now tied for the fourth-longest streak to kick off a season in the annals of the Super Bowl era.
As the game unfolded, Jackson orchestrated the offense with an artistry that only he can summon, evading defenders with ease. One particularly dazzling play saw him fake a quarterback run, only to fluidly shift gears, delivering a crisp 6-yard touchdown pass to a wide-open Nelson Agholor. This was no ordinary score; it was Jackson’s eighth touchdown pass made outside the pocket, affirming his reputation—he now leads all NFL quarterbacks in this elusive category, with three of those against the Bengals alone.
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Agholor’s contribution was monumental; his second touchdown catch in merely three games tied the contest at 7-7, providing a glimmer of hope amidst the swirling intensity. Jackson’s prowess has surged in recent outings—over his last four games, he has unleashed an astonishing eleven touchdown passes while tying the record with zero interceptions.