Jackson almost flawless as Ravens rout Lions 38-6 in a matchup of division leaders

BALTIMORE (AP) — Lamar Jackson guided Baltimore to touchdowns on its first four possessions of a dominant first half, and the Ravens trounced the Detroit Lions 38-6.

This matchup of division leaders was lopsided from the start. Baltimore was up 28-0 before the NFC North-leading Lions even managed a first down. It was the most complete performance of the season by the Ravens, and a resurgent Detroit squad fell flat while facing a major test on the road. Jackson went 21 of 27 for 357 yards and three touchdowns, finishing with a near-perfect passer rating of 155.8.   He also ran for a TD.

The Lions had won four straight — all by at least 14 points — and they’d scored at least 20 points in 15 consecutive games. But they were no match for the Ravens on either side of the ball, and Baltimore had put backup quarterback Tyler Huntley in the game by the end.  The Ravens had eight passing plays of at least 20 yards. Only one team — the Los Angeles Chargers with nine against Minnesota — has had more in a game this season.

Up next for the Ravens is a trip to Arizona next Sunday to face the Cardinals.

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