Chris Simms Slams Jackson's Playoff Moves: Flunking Two-Point 101
In a gripping Divisional Round game, Lamar Jackson and Mark Andrews missed the memo on teamwork, making critical errors that led to a painful 27-25 loss against the Bills—just another day in Ravens' football drama.
In a perfect storm of blunders, the Ravens' playoff aspirations were dashed as Lamar Jackson's double-clutching and errant throws, paired with Mark Andrews' costly fumbles, turned a potential comeback into a comedy of errors. With both players earning a trip to the coach's doghouse, fans are left questioning if they should start practicing their 'next year will be our year' chants earlier than usual.
Chris Simms weighed in on the disappointing performance, pinpointing a particularly crucial moment that epitomized the breakdown in communication between Jackson and Andrews. While Simms acknowledged that Andrews should have made the catch, he insisted that the pass itself was too late and off-target, leaving Andrews grasping for it like a cat trying to catch a laser pointer—only to fail spectacularly in front of an unforgiving crowd.
During the pivotal two-point conversion attempt, Jackson's double-clutching became a hot topic, leading some to wonder if he was casting a spell or just trying to remember a play. Simms didn't pull punches, stating both players could look forward to some rather unflattering grades in their post-game evaluations. It's comforting to know that their missteps won't go unpunished, even if the Ravens' fans are left wallowing in disappointment.
The game saw its fair share of ups and downs as the Ravens struggled to maintain their composure. With Jackson throwing an interception and fumbling the ball at critical junctures, it became clear that the Ravens' offense was more like a dysfunctional family reunion than a well-oiled machine. Each miscue felt like an episode of an unfortunate sitcom, where the laughs come only after the credits roll, leaving the audience to ponder what went wrong.
Andrews also found himself in the spotlight during the nail-biting fourth quarter, fumbling the football right when it seemed the Ravens might finally take charge. At that moment, one could almost hear the collective gasp from fans, mixed with the sound of hope deflating like a two-week-old balloon. Just when the Ravens appeared poised for what could have been a game-changing drive, they instead produced an ending that was more akin to a bad reality show cliffhanger.
In the aftermath of the loss, Jackson, ever the team player, reminded everyone that the blame should not solely fall on Andrews. His remarks, though generous, left some wondering if he might have been talking to himself, considering his own sky-high rollercoaster of a performance throughout the game. With unity being the message, one can only hope that this newfound camaraderie includes a bit less fumbling—and hopefully, fewer interceptions too.
Following their ill-fated two-point conversion, the Ravens attempted an onside kick, perhaps in a last-ditch effort to revive their playoff hopes. But alas, the Bills recovered the kick, snuffing out any lingering dreams of a fairy-tale finish quicker than your aunt can ask about your love life at family gatherings. The final whistle confirmed the Ravens’ exit from the playoffs, leaving the team to ponder their choices and perhaps practice their fielding skills for future games.
The Ravens now face the off-season with quite a bit of introspection ahead of them. As Jackson and Andrews head into those undisclosed meetings to review their performances, one can only hope they shed a few giggles along the way amidst the reprimands. The road to redemption may be long, but if they manage to laugh about it now, who knows what a difference next season might bring? Or at least, that is what every long-suffering Ravens fan hopes for.