{"id":322639,"date":"2025-12-03T12:12:10","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T12:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/322639\/"},"modified":"2025-12-03T12:12:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T12:12:10","slug":"ravens-have-december-secret-weapon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/322639\/","title":{"rendered":"Ravens Have December Secret Weapon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p id=\"inline-text-0\" class=\"mt-[18px] md:mt-0 mb-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"6t\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.si.com\/nfl\/ravens\/onsi\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Baltimore Ravens<\/a> quarterback Lamar Jackson has always been a player who thrives under the December spotlight. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-1\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"6w\">Through 24 career December games, he\u2019s racked up an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statmuse.com\/nfl\/ask\/lamar-jackson-alltime-record-in-december\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">83% win rate<\/a>, going 20-4 and proving he can carry the Ravens when the stakes are highest. While recent weeks haven\u2019t been perfect, the numbers show that when December rolls around, Lamar becomes a different kind of force on the field\u2014accurate, efficient, and consistently dangerous.<\/p>\n<p>December Dominance<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-3\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"72\">Looking at the numbers, Lamar\u2019s December stats are impressive. He\u2019s completing around 65% of his passes, averaging two passing touchdowns per game, and posting a passer rating of 111.7. He\u2019s done all this while throwing just seven interceptions across 24 games, a remarkable stat for a quarterback known for his high-risk, high-reward style. <\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-4\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"75\">For comparison, elite quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen also shine in December, but Lamar\u2019s 83 percent win rate actually tops Mahomes\u2019 26-6 (.813) and Allen\u2019s 21-9 (.700) mark. Even legends like Tom Brady, Brett Favre, and Peyton Manning fall just behind him in terms of win percentage for this high-pressure stretch of the season.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-5\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"78\">It\u2019s not just about wins, though. Lamar\u2019s ability to manage games, make quick reads, and convert opportunities when defenses load the box has defined his December success. Whether it\u2019s a tight playoff chase or the final push to secure home-field advantage, Lamar has shown the ability to elevate his play and help the Ravens win the games that matter most.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/01kbgt8k45dc3e4dh10q.jpg\" alt=\"Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson\" title=\"Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson\" width=\"3596\" height=\"2397\" class=\"undefined w-full w-full blur-[5px]\" q:id=\"7h\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Nov 27, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) drops back to pass against the Cincinnati Bengals during the second half at M&amp;T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images | Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images<\/p>\n<p>Can Lamar Keep the December Magic Alive?<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-8\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"7o\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.si.com\/nfl\/ravens\/onsi\/news\/two-positive-takeaways-lamar-jackson-ugly-baltimore-ravens-loss\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The past few weeks haven\u2019t been his best<\/a>, but all of this sets up an intriguing narrative: is Lamar due for a December resurgence? If he can find the rhythm he\u2019s shown historically, the Ravens could get a massive boost heading into the final stretch of the season, especially as they battle Pittsburgh for the AFC North, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.si.com\/nfl\/ravens\/onsi\/news\/baltimore-ravens-retake-division-lead-massive-steelers-game\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">with records knotted at 6-6 for both parties<\/a>. The Steelers game this week could mark the start of Lamar\u2019s December hot streak.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-9\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"7r\">His accuracy, efficiency, and touchdown production give Baltimore a reliable weapon on offense, while his low interception rate ensures he keeps the ball in his team\u2019s hands. For Ravens fans, December has historically meant excitement, clutch moments, and often victory. If Lamar can flip the switch this year, he could continue his legacy of dominating when it matters most, giving Baltimore a real shot to finish strong. It\u2019s a trend worth watching closely, and one that could define the team\u2019s season.<\/p>\n<p id=\"inline-text-10\" class=\"my-[18px] [&amp;_a]:text-primary my-f-1.5\" q:key=\"0\" q:id=\"7u\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.si.com\/nfl\/ravens\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Make sure you bookmark Baltimore Ravens On SI for the latest news, exclusive interviews, film breakdowns and so much more!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has always been a player who thrives under the December spotlight. 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