Russell Wilson dunks Derrick Henry, Lamar Jackson after Steelers Wild Card loss

The The Baltimore Ravens dominated their AFC Wild Card matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night, advancing to the next round with an emphatic 28-14 victory at M&T Bank Stadium. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and running back Derrick Henry led the offense, but what caught the attention of fans after the game was the Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson showing sportsmanship as he hugged both stars after the game.

Derrick Henry was unstoppable, rushing for 186 yards and two touchdowns, setting a Ravens playoff record. His performance tied him with Hall of Famer Terrell Davis for most playoff games with more 150 yards (four). Henry’s dominance was highlighted by a 44-yard run in the third quarter, where he reached the top speed of 20.6 mphaccording to NFL Next Generation Statistics.

Reflecting on his effort, Henry said, “My boy Minkah… you know it’s all love. (But) on the field, it’s business.” The Ravens’ ground game was relentless, racking up 299 yards –marking the most yards allowed by the Steelers in a playoff game.

Lamar Jackson, who was named a first-team All-Pro on Friday, showed why he is a top MVP candidate. Jackson threw for 175 yards and two touchdowns while adding 81 yards on the ground. His poise was evident throughout the game, especially on the opening 95-yard drive, capped by a 15-yard touchdown to Rashod Bateman.

Ravens march, Steelers take early break

The Ravens’ first half performance was clinical, outgaining the Steelers 308-59 in total yards and holding a 19-2 advantage in first downs. Jackson’s ability to move the chains and extend plays proved too much for the Pittsburgh defense.

Despite the loss, Russell Wilson showed class in the loss, going 20-of-29 for 270 yards and two touchdowns. After the game, Wilson was seen patting Jackson and Henry, a gesture of respect for his opponents’ stellar performance. “They were the better team today.” With respect to them,” Wilson said after the game, shared by Thuc Nhi Nguyen on Ks.

The loss extended the Steelers’ playoff winning streak to six straight games, with their last postseason victory dating back to 2016. Pittsburgh struggled early, scoring on its first four hits and going into halftime up 21-0. Although Wilson connected on two passes in the second half, the Steelers never recovered from the slow start.

With the win, the Ravens advance to the divisional round, where they will face either the Buffalo Bills or the Houston Texans. Jackson and Henry’s postseason heroics highlight why Baltimore is a legitimate Super Bowl contender, even with key injuries like running back Zay Flowers sidelined. While the Ravens celebrate and prepare for their next challenge, the Steelers face offseason questions. Meanwhile, Wilson’s sportsmanship serves as a reminder of the mutual respect that defines NFL postseason battles.