Ravens Triumph Over Steelers in Wild Card Showdown
It was a spectacle from the start as the Baltimore Ravens soared past the Pittsburgh Steelers with a decisive 28-14 victory in their Wild Card showdown. By halftime, the Ravens had secured a commanding 21-0 lead, setting the stage for a memorable performance.
Derrick Henry’s Stunning Display
Leading the charge for Baltimore was running back Derrick Henry, who delivered a performance for the ages. He dashed through the Steelers' defense with 186 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 26 carries. This impressive feat set a new postseason record against the Steelers, marking the most rushing yards an opponent has ever accumulated against them in a playoff game.
The Ravens, collectively, amassed a whopping 299 rushing yards, showcasing their ground game dominance. Lamar Jackson, Baltimore's dynamic quarterback, vividly described Henry's astonishing display, saying, "You're a little bit too old to watch 'Cars,' but anyway, it's for kids y'all. I was a kid when I watched 'Cars,' that's all I'm saying. You know when Lightning McQueen just flying, flashing past, and it's like zoom, zoom? That's how Derrick looked. He was running past, and all those guys just, it looked like a movie bro I'm not going to lie to you. I'd rather be watching it than being on the opposite side of the ball. I know that."
Next Stop: The AFC Divisional Round
With the Wild Card victory secured, the Ravens now turn their attention to the AFC Divisional Round. Their next matchup hinges on the outcome of the game between the Denver Broncos and the Buffalo Bills. The Ravens could find themselves hosting the Houston Texans or traveling to Buffalo to face the Bills.
One thing's for sure, after a performance "like a movie clip," as Jackson put it, excitement and anticipation surround the Ravens' next challenge. Baltimore's fans will be eagerly awaiting the next chapter in their playoff journey.