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Ravens QB Lamar Jackson’s Final Hurdle in the Regular Season: Defeating the Steelers

15/11/2024 Raymond 0

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has faced a persistent challenge in his career—defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite his impressive achievements, including two NFL MVP awards and the potential for a third, Pittsburgh has continually troubled him. Since becoming Baltimore’s full-time starter in 2019, Jackson has a disappointing 1-3 record against the Steelers, with his lowest quarterback rating (66.8) coming against them. In their last meeting, Jackson completed 22 of 38 passes for 236 yards but was intercepted once and sacked four times, including a strip-sack in the final minute that sealed the Steelers’ win.

Jackson has had some bad luck in these matchups, missing several games due to injuries and rest, but he’s now determined to break the streak. This season, he’s been exceptional, leading the league in touchdowns and passer rating while the Ravens’ offense has been explosive. With first place in the AFC North on the line this Sunday, Jackson is looking forward to another chance at the Steelers, confident that this season’s Ravens team is equipped to overcome the challenge that has plagued him for years.

Ex-Phillies World Series Closer Unveils Game-Changing Blueprint for 2024 Comeback

03/11/2024 Raymond 0

In 2024, the Philadelphia Phillies concluded the regular season with the second-best record in the National League and all of Major League Baseball, just behind the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are on the brink of clinching the World Series title. This season marked a pivotal moment for the Phillies as they finished first in the NL East for the first time, having previously entered the playoffs as a Wild Card team. However, this success has raised questions about the advantages of being a top contender throughout the season. Former Phillies World Series closer Brad Lidge shared his thoughts on what the team might need to change moving forward.

Despite an impressive start and high expectations—with Cy Young contenders and an MVP favorite—the Phillies struggled in the latter part of the season. They secured the No. 2 seed in the NL and earned a first-round bye, but their late-season difficulties carried over into the playoffs, resulting in a disappointing four-game loss to the New York Mets in the NLDS. Lidge speculated that perhaps the Phillies would benefit from not clinching the division title until late September, allowing them to build momentum at the right time. He acknowledged that while the team has immense talent, a new strategy may be essential for maintaining their competitive edge in the future.