“We want home games in January, so this is a step toward that.” Excitement for the Steelers‘ Saturday matchup with their divisional rivals has skyrocketed, and this is how Steelers DT reacted when asked about the upcoming Week 16 game. The veteran didn’t just stop there—he also specifically talked about Lamar Jackson with strong words.

Steelers defensive tackle Cam Heyward spoke from the heart when reporters surrounded him to ask about the next game against the Ravens. Heyward said, “Lamar is the most electric guy in the league. I don’t think anyone compares to him right now.” Indeed, the Ravens superstar has lived up to his words from last season, proving doubters wrong.

In January 2024, reporters questioned Lamar Jackson about his underwhelming performance and vision for the future. Jackson confidently responded, “[I’m] very confident. Very, very confident. Extremely confident.” A man of his word, Lamar has torn through the league this season. Interestingly, even opposing players are praising him. At this point, Lamar is proving to be worth every penny of his $260 million contract. But do you know how impressive Lamar Jackson’s stats are this season?

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The Ravens’ #8 boasts a 68.1% completion rate, completing 275 of 404 attempted throws. Even more impressive, he’s covered 3,580 yards so far, potentially adding to that total in the crucial matchup against the Steelers. With Pittsburgh leading the Ravens in wins (10 to 9), the stakes are high for Week 16, especially in the AFC North and the broader conference standings.

Setting aside rivalry and competition, Cam Heyward praised Jackson without hesitation, perhaps adding fuel to the Ravens’ well-oiled offensive machine. While the game’s outcome remains uncertain, the Ravens’ 6’2″ QB outranks the Steelers’ QB in rushing yards—a key stat for Saturday’s showdown.

Lamar Jackson Surpasses Russell Wilson in Rushing Yards

Yes, you read that right. The 27-year-old Jackson has surpassed veteran QB Russell Wilson in career rushing yards. By hitting this milestone, Jackson now ranks third all-time among QBs, trailing only retired legends Michael Vick (6,107) and Cam Newton (5,631). This is a significant milestone, not just for Jackson but for the Ravens as a franchise.

Jackson also leads the elite list of quarterbacks who have rushed for over 1,000 yards in a single season. Only three players have achieved this feat: Lamar, Michael Vick, and Justin Fields. Notably, Lamar reached the 1,000-yard mark in both 2019 (1,206 yards) and 2022 (1,005 yards). On top of that, Jackson’s completion percentage this season is his career best.

But with all that said, Jackson must stay sharp for the next few days to shine on Saturday. Meanwhile, the Steelers are also gearing up for the high-stakes matchup. Sitting atop the AFC North, Pittsburgh’s formidable offense has been leading the charge. Despite a recent loss to the Eagles, Wilson and his squad will be determined to retain their position in the standings.