Ravens head coach John Harbaugh shares powerful Christmas message after locking up playoff spot
this baltimore ravens The team defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday to clinch a playoff spot, but head coach John Harbaugh had an important message to share before talking about the team’s success on the field.
Harbaugh spoke to reporters after the 34-17 win, which he said was “important” to him and many people around the world. That is to admit Christmas spirit.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson passes from the pocket during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium. (Tommy Gilligan – Image)
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“I read these words to the team in my postgame prayer, and this is Mary. Mary, the Mother of God, said these words when she was with Elizabeth. She said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord; The spirit rejoices in God, my Savior. So, I just want to wish you all a Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and joy,” he said.
“Be grateful. Be grateful for life. Be grateful for your circumstances. Be grateful for the tough games. Be grateful for the losses. Be grateful for the wins, just like we are privileged to do as a football team today, be grateful for the people you love, the people close to you feel Rejoice, we are not brought into this world to fret over each other’s little things, we are brought into this world to rejoice and love each other.
Ravens head coach John Harbaugh speaks with reporters after the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Voss)
The Ravens will be back in just one week for houston texans On Christmas Day.
Ravens beat Steelers to keep AFC North open
This game comes on the heels of a big win over division rival Pittsburgh, which could mean the Steelers lock up the division title with a win. Instead, the Steelers and Ravens are now at a stalemate.
“I feel like we’ve been working hard all season, we’ve had our ups and downs all season, but it’s great to be in the playoffs against such a great team,” quarterback Lamar Jackson said. “It means we’re moving in the right direction.”
As a starter, Jackson improved to 2-4 against the Steelers and scored his NFL-leading 37th touchdown.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson plays defense at M&T Bank Stadium. (Tommy Gilligan – Image)
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steelers Also set to face the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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