After a wild and dramatic 35-34 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday night, Lamar Jackson took a moment to send a message of respect to Joe Burrow, following one of the most electrifying quarterback duels of the 2024 NFL season.
The Ravens’ star quarterback had just led his team to a hard-fought win, the second time this season they had narrowly edged out Burrow’s Bengals. Jackson threw for 290 yards and four touchdowns in the game, while Burrow was equally stellar, posting a career-high 428 yards and matching Jackson’s four TDs.
While Jackson’s performance propelled the Ravens to victory, it was clear that both quarterbacks were playing at an elite level — and Jackson made sure to recognize that after the game. When asked about Burrow’s resilience and competitive spirit, Jackson offered a heartfelt tribute to his fellow signal-caller.
“I just know that’s a great quarterback over there,” Jackson said in his postgame interview. “I just know it’s going to be a dogfight regardless, because he got dog in him. Much respect to him.”
Despite Jackson’s continued dominance over Burrow in their head-to-head matchups, the respect between the two quarterbacks is mutual. The rivalry between the two has been defined by both incredible performances and tight contests, with Jackson holding a commanding 6-1 record over Burrow in the regular season. However, the Bengals’ lone win during this stretch came in the 2022 Wild Card Round, but that game was played without Jackson, who was sidelined due to injury.
Jackson’s message of respect highlights the deep admiration he has for Burrow’s ability to battle week in and week out, especially in high-stakes matchups like Thursday night’s thriller. For Jackson, who now holds a dominant 10-2 career record against the Bengals, it’s not just about the wins — it’s about the challenge and the competitive fire that Burrow brings to the table every time they meet.
The Ravens’ win has major playoff implications, as it keeps them firmly in the hunt for an AFC playoff berth. Meanwhile, Burrow and the Bengals face a more difficult road ahead, as they fight to stay relevant in the race for the postseason. While a potential playoff rematch between the two quarterbacks seems unlikely this year, given the Bengals’ current standing, Jackson and Burrow’s rivalry is far from over.
As the Ravens continue their playoff push, Jackson’s message to Burrow only adds fuel to what has already become one of the NFL’s most exciting quarterback rivalries. For now, though, Jackson and the Ravens can celebrate the win — and the respect they’ve earned from one of the league’s top quarterbacks.
