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HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 25: Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens directs his team in the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on December 25, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

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The Baltimore Ravens picked up a dominating 31-2 victory over the Houston Texans after another MVP performance from star quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Jackson had 168 passing yards and two touchdowns on 10-of-15 passing, along with 87 rushing yards and a touchdown on the ground on four carries in the win. It was his third straight game with three or more total touchdowns.

Jackson also passed legendary quarterback Michael Vick’s rushing yardage numbers, making him the NFL’s all-time leader in rushing yards by a quarterback.

Assisting Jackson in the strong offensive performance was Derrick Henry, who had 147 rushing yards and a touchdown.

It was a dominant performance by the Ravens’ defense, allowing just 211 yards of offense and holding the Texans’ offense scoreless. Houston’s only points came on a safety.

After another spectacular performance, fans hyped Jackson’s MVP chances on social media.

Sarah Ellison @sgellison

Lamar Jackson really did make two MVP throws in the span of three plays on the same drive. pic.twitter.com/UfiUlvde7G

27 @27 world

This mvp conversation is so forced
Congratulations Lamar Jackson on your 3rd mvp pic.twitter.com/DziKpHxKjA

Torrey Smith @TorreySmithWR

Say hello to 3x MVP Lamar Jackson!

Jackson and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen have been neck and neck in the MVP race all season, though Allen has arguably had the edge. However, Jackson’s recent performances, including Wednesday, have propelled him right up next to Allen, so it could go either way.

Allen will get a chance to boost his stats over the next two games as the Bills face the New York Jets and New England Patriots to close out the season. Jackson has just one game left against the Cleveland Browns.