Lamar Jackson scored four touchdowns in his first match in over a month, and the Ravens’ defense was able to get three interceptions in a 28-6 victory against the Dolphins on “Thursday Night Football” in Miami.

A healthier Ravens squad has won two games in five days after losing five in its first six due to injuries. They are now only 1.5 games behind the Pittsburgh Steelers, who lead the AFC North.

The Ravens (3-5), despite not putting on a flawless performance, sent a clear message to other AFC contenders.

Steve Palazzolo, 33rd team: “The Ravens appeared to be the Ravens once again. Lamar Jackson’s efficiency in throwing, throwing, throwing down the field and creating big plays, is still present. The Ravens will be the same team we expected if they keep reducing the number of sacks and ease him back into the running game. Even with the improvements, it’s not quite as good as expected. But they are going to be tough to beat each week.”

Sam Monson, 33rd team: “They went from being a football team that had only won one game and were right up against the odds, to now, two games later, clear favorites in their division.”