Today the Baltimore Ravens came up with a big win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, locking in their playoff spot and tied with them. Derrick Henry went off for 160 rushing yards, while Lamar Jackson did his usual magic, and the Steelers defense was on its toes all game. Even though Pittsburgh tried to contain Lamar’s runs, the offence hit all the gears. With the W, the Ravens are set up for a solid playoff run. And they are now sitting pretty at the top of the AFC North.
But it wasn’t just the win that had people talking, Lamar Jackson got some serious props from none other than Tom Brady. During today’s broadcast, Brady didn’t hold back, calling Lamar “a phenomenal player,” and, of course, fans lost it.
Brady went on to talk about how deadly the combo of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry is. “It’s unbelievable… Is Lamar going to pull it in the zone read, or is he going to give it? Derrick breaks off for like 160. This dude doesn’t even look like he’s slowing down,” Brady said on NFL on FOX. It’s pretty clear for anyone who has seen the game today. Having both of them in the backfield is a nightmare for defenses—they literally don’t know who to focus on. And with Lamar Jackson getting the LFG Player of the game, it’s another moment of the day.
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Well, the QB had a message for everyone, “The season is just getting started, like I said last week.” However, the two-time MVP had some concerns as well, “There’s still room for improvement though.” The road to this point wasn’t smooth sailing for both Lamar and the Ravens, though. Earlier in the season, they hit a rough patch and dropped five games, mostly due to defensive issues. The defense was letting up an average of 28 points a game. Communication breakdowns and injuries make things even worse.
Tom Brady pointed out that the team’s defense really turned a corner once they made a couple of changes. “They moved Humphrey back to safety, and their communication has allowed them to adjust and not give up these deep explosive plays.” Ever since they made adjustments, Baltimore has been holding teams to just 14 points per game. Kyle Hamilton and Roquan Smith have stepped up, and the defense looks way tighter now, which gave the Ravens a much more balanced team. So, this is the outlook for the players and all, but what about the fans?
Fans react to the obvious Tom Brady’s bias
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Fans are absolutely loving Tom Brady’s support for Lamar Jackson. One fan put it simply, saying, “Tom really loves Lamar,” while another added, “Bro loves Lamar. You love to see it 🙌.” It’s clear that Brady’s praise for Lamar isn’t going unnoticed. Fans are all about it. Lamar’s rise to the top has got everyone buzzing, and Brady giving him hype increases his stardom.
It’s not just the praise that has fans talking, it’s how humble Lamar stays. One fan pointed out, “Look at him, so humble 👏,” showing how Lamar handles the attention with grace. Even with all the recognition, Lamar keeps it real, which only makes fans respect him even more. His down-to-earth vibe just hits different.
The reactions kept rolling in, with fans joking about how deep Brady’s admiration for Lamar goes. One person said, “Brady loves Lamar more than any other QB in the league,” while another chimed in with, “Brady wants Lamar to beat Mahomes I do too😂.” It’s clear Lamar has a ton of support from fans, and Brady’s love for him just adds more fuel to the fire. Everyone’s here for the Lamar-Brady connection!
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As Lamar’s leadership has been the glue holding the team together. He’s been pushing the team forward with his play and his attitude. With all the praise coming his way from legends like Brady, Lamar’s only getting more motivated to elevate his game. The Ravens’ defense is holding it down, and Lamar leading the charge. They’re sending a strong message: They’re not just a playoff team, they’re ready to make some noise in the AFC North and beyond.
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