The Ravens are running their way into the history books—literally. With Lamar Jackson’s 9-yard scramble on the opening drive of their Divisional Round matchup against the Bills, Baltimore became the first team in NFL history to feature both a 1,000-yard rusher and a 2,000-yard rusher in the same season, including the playoffs.
Jackson entered the game with 996 rushing yards this season (915 in the regular season, 81 in the Wild Card win over Pittsburgh) and crossed the 1,000-yard mark early in the first quarter. Derrick Henry, meanwhile, has been a dominant force all year, racking up 2,107 rushing yards so far (1,921 in the regular season and 186 in the playoffs). Together, they’ve powered the Ravens to a league-best rushing attack and now into NFL history.
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— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) January 19, 2025
The milestone run came during an 8-play, 73-yard opening drive that ended with Jackson hitting Rashod Bateman for a 16-yard touchdown, giving Baltimore an early 7-0 lead. It was a perfect showcase of the balance that makes this duo so dangerous—Henry’s bruising, downhill style opens up opportunities for Jackson to punish defenses with his speed and elusiveness.
But Buffalo didn’t back down. The Bills tied the game at 7-7 with a methodical 11-play, 70-yard drive capped by rookie running back Ray Davis’ 1-yard touchdown plunge.
The Ravens then turned the ball over on their next possession, giving the Bills a chance to seize control, but Baltimore’s defense came up big, forcing a quick punt to steady the game.
Baltimore’s record-breaking season is a testament to their physicality and creativity under Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken. By building their identity around the league’s most feared rushing attack, the Ravens have consistently imposed their will on opposing defenses, whether it’s Henry wearing them down or Jackson breaking their ankles.
This historic accomplishment is just the latest highlight in what has been a dominant season for Baltimore’s ground game. With the score knotted at 7-7, this Divisional Round showdown is shaping up to be a fight to the finish. Stay tuned, Ravens Flock—Jackson and Henry aren’t done making history yet.