Sun Jan 05 21:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Lamar Jackson Eyes Third MVP Trophy as Ravens Face Browns

**BALTIMORE, MD** – Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is aiming for a third NFL MVP award in a highly competitive race against Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen. While Jackson’s electrifying performances have filled M&T Bank Stadium with “MVP” chants, his odds are currently slightly behind Allen’s, according to ESPN BET.

Jackson’s final opportunity to solidify his case comes in Saturday’s game against the Cleveland Browns. A win would secure the Ravens the AFC North title and the No. 3 seed, granting them home-field advantage in the Wild Card round. Beyond the playoff implications, Jackson is on the verge of an unprecedented statistical season. He already leads the league in QBR, yards per pass attempt, touchdown pass percentage, and passing touchdown-to-interception ratio.

Remarkably, Jackson needs just 45 passing yards to become the first player in NFL history with over 4,000 passing yards and 800 rushing yards in a single season. He is also within striking distance of breaking more records, including the fewest interceptions for a quarterback with 40 or more touchdown passes and the highest single-season passer rating in NFL history.

Despite the MVP buzz, Jackson and Ravens coach John Harbaugh have downplayed the award, focusing instead on the Browns game. However, praise has poured in from various corners, including Ravens quarterbacks coach Tee Martin who highlighted Jackson’s growth, Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans who called him the best player he’s seen this year, and Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum, who declared Jackson the most deserving of the award.

Jackson has already surpassed Michael Vick’s record for career rushing yards by a quarterback, a feat acknowledged by Vick himself. While other quarterbacks like Russell Wilson have lauded Jackson’s unique abilities, Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer believes the record is breakable. Jackson himself expressed a nonchalant attitude towards the record, stating that records are meant to be broken. If Jackson wins, he would become the youngest three-time MVP winner at 28. The MVP award will be announced on February 6th.

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