Ravens vs. Texans score, takeaways: Lamar Jackson makes MVP statement in Christmas beatdown of Houston

The Baltimore Ravens dominated the Houston Texans in a Christmas Day game, showcasing Lamar Jackson's MVP-worthy performance. 

Jackson threw for 168 yards with two touchdowns and ran for 87 yards, breaking Michael Vick's record for career rushing yards by a quarterback. His 48-yard touchdown run was a standout moment in a game where the Ravens amassed 251 rushing yards, with Derrick Henry contributing 147 yards.


Baltimore's defense was equally impressive, shutting out Houston's offense entirely, as the Texans' only points came from a safety.

 C.J. Stroud struggled under pressure, completing just 17 of 31 passes for 185 yards and an interception. Houston was outmatched, converting only three of 13 third-down attempts.


The game's turning point came when the Texans failed to score on a fourth-and-goal in the second quarter. 

The Ravens responded with a 99-yard touchdown drive, capped by Jackson's 9-yard touchdown pass to Isaiah Likely, solidifying Baltimore's control.


The Ravens improved to 11-5 and need a win against the Browns in Week 18 to secure the AFC North title. The Texans, now 9-7, remain locked in the AFC's fourth playoff seed.


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