Jackson had three timeouts and 55 seconds left to use. The Steelers just took the lead in their previous possession. Jackson was certain that he could lead Baltimore into the field goal range.

Jackson told his team, “Let’s make history.” “Let’s get the drive together.”

Loop’s missed kick sealed Ravens’ fate, a bitter loss that rendered Jackson’s efforts in vain.

John Harbaugh, Head Coach of the Oakland Raiders, said: “I thought all of the plays were amazing.” “The sad part is that some of those plays will be overshadowed a bit now, but Lamar has made some incredible plays and Isaiah Likely’s phenomenal catch and other guys have made great catches.” I thought that there were some amazing plays in the fourth quarter which should have led the team to victory.

Jackson agreed wholeheartedly. This game will be added to the list bitter losses that he has suffered with the Ravens during his career. Jackson has never been able to accept defeat. Jackson was not in a philosophical mood when asked if the Ravens season epitomized this final loss.

Jackson replied: “If you want to call that what you’re calling it, then I suppose so.” “I don’t know. “I don’t know. “We just fell short.”