Ruiz said that despite the disappointing defeat, there were some positives to be taken away.

Ruiz wrote. The Ravens racked up 200 yards of running on 40 carries. Jackson contributed 43 yards and scored a touchdown. After allowing 27 points in the first three quarters, the defense was able to fix some of its problems during second half.

Baltimore still appears to be the best team in its division. And while the schedule will be difficult in the final weeks, Baltimore still has control over its destiny. It is only down one game and another chance at the Steelers is coming in week 18. It would have made the playoffs a lot simpler if Likely’s touchdown had actually counted.”

Kyle Goon of The Baltimore Banner was also impressed by Jackson’s performance.

Goon wrote: “With 1 minute 56 seconds left and the ball at the 26 yard line, for a brief moment I thought Jackson could help Baltimore pull the best comeback in an otherwise dull season.” “It did not happen in the 27-22 loss against the Steelers. We still haven’t seen Jackson play at his best level. For the first time since a long time, Jackson looked like the game-changing Ravens player that fans are used to.

If not for a review of an officiating decision that in my opinion stole a touchdown away from Isaiah Likely the Ravens would probably have won and the last four weeks of the season could look a whole lot better. If you are looking for some hope, Lamar Jackson has started to look like Lamar Jackson.