BALTIMORE (AP) — Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson made history on Saturday as he threw two touchdown passes and led his team to a stunning 35-10 victory over the Cleveland Browns, securing the AFC North title for the second consecutive season. This win not only crowned them division champions but also ensured a home playoff game next week. The Ravens concluded the regular season with a record of 12-5, triumphantly bouncing back from a two-game deficit to the Pittsburgh Steelers to clinch their spot at the top.

Jackson's outstanding performance highlighted his prolific season, finishing with a remarkable 4,172 passing yards and 41 touchdown passes against just four interceptions. His exceptional ability put him in an elite category as he became the first quarterback to surpass 4,000 yards passing and 800 yards rushing in a single season, achieving this milestone along with a passer rating of 119.6 (AP News).

During the game against the Browns, Jackson reached the 4,000-yard mark by completing 16 of 32 passes for 217 yards, including touchdown strikes to Mark Andrews and Rashod Bateman. The Ravens' defense also played a pivotal role, with rookie cornerback Nate Wiggins recording a pick-six to open the scoring early in the match. The Browns, who struggled throughout the season finishing at 3-14, rotated between quarterbacks Bailey Zappe and Dorian Thompson-Robinson, with neither able to establish a strong offensive rhythm against the Ravens' defense.

Looking ahead, the Ravens will prepare for their playoff challenge, where they could face either the Pittsburgh Steelers or the Los Angeles Chargers. Meanwhile, the Browns will enter the off-season focused on resolving their persistent quarterback issues and aiming to improve from their disappointing performance this year.

Jackson’s season is shaping up to be a contender for a third MVP award, further solidifying his status as one of the NFL's elite quarterbacks (The Guardian, USA Today).