Ravens survive late Vikings rally as playoff push continues

Jackson also made some more history in the process as he passed Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen for the sixth-most pass TDs by a QB in his first 100 starts in the Super Bowl era.

In addition to Jackson, running back Derrick Henry had 20 carries for 75 yards and matched his rushing stats from high school in the process.

Huge defensive effort carries Ravens

It has been no secret that the Ravens defense has struggled this season, but that was not the case on Sunday with three turnovers. Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (20-of-42, 248 yards, one TD, two interceptions) was held below 50% completions and picked off twice as Baltimore put together a stout performance.

Minnesota was only 3-of-14 on third down but had the ball in the final minute when Baltimore's defense got one final stop to punctuate the win.

For a team that is tied for the 24th-most points per game allowed (27), Sunday's performance was a totally different story. The Ravens still have plenty of work to do, but the last three weeks are certainly encouraging and a sign that Baltimore's playoff push is only beginning.