Lamar Jackson took another step toward his third MVP award on Christmas as he carved up the Houston Texans on the ground and through the air. After the game, Ravens running back Derrick Henry gave a strong pitch for Jackson's case.

The Ravens and quarterback Lamar Jackson blew out the Texans, 31-2, on Christmas to take the AFC North into the final week of the season.

The Baltimore Ravens have taken over first place in the AFC North, and Lamar Jackson made his statement for his third MVP award in a Christmas Day blowout of the Houston Texans. Jackson threw for 168 yards and two touchdowns while rushing for 87 yards -- and passing Michael Vick for the most rushing yards by a quarterback in NFL history-- in the blowout victory.