Watch: John Harbaugh goes viral for celebratory dance performance after Ravens dominant victory over Texans

The Baltimore Ravens, well-rested after a bye week, delivered an impressive victory over the Houston Texans in the divisional round of the playoffs. This win sets the stage for the Ravens to potentially reach the Super Bowl, marking a significant milestone in Coach Jim Harbaugh’s 16-year coaching tenure. 

As the team secured Harbaugh’s 13th career playoff win, the spotlight wasn’t solely on the players; the head coach himself took center stage, treating fans to a memorable dance performance.

Ravens HC goes viral for brilliant dance moves

John Harbaugh became an overnight sensation for his wild dance moves following the team’s triumph over the Texans in the divisional round. The 61-year-old coach unleashed a wild dance spectacle in the Ravens’ locker room, captivating both his team and fans alike.

Harbaugh took center stage on the Ravens logo. Then he displayed a series of lively dance moves, creating an unforgettable moment of joyous celebration. He displayed a side of himself that the public rarely sees, and the team enthusiastically cheered him on.

The Ravens’ social media team captured a snapshot of Harbaugh’s dance and shared a photo to let the fans know the inner side of the head coach. 

Despite the surprising nature of Harbaugh’s dance, he was quick to credit tight ends coach George Godsey for initiating the celebration. 

“George got us started, and we all got in there and danced, so I just want you to know it wasn’t just me,” he said.

This dance extravaganza wasn’t a one-time occurrence for Harbaugh. Previously, after the Ravens’ dominant 56-19 win over the Miami Dolphins in Week 17, Harbaugh displayed his dancing prowess in the locker room, per messenger. The victory not only asserted their dominance over the opposing team but also secured the No. 1 seed in the AFC, setting the stage for a memorable playoff run.

Ravens defeat Texans to reach AFC championship 

The Ravens delivered a commanding performance on Saturday, securing a 34-10 victory over the Texans. The top-seeded Ravens faced stiff competition in the first half, finishing the second quarter tied at 10.  But they pulled away in the second half to seal the win.

Lamar Jackson emerged as the hero of the game, showcasing his dual-threat prowess by throwing two touchdown passes and running for two scores. By doing so, he became the first quarterback since 1948 to achieve at least two touchdown passes, two TD runs, 100 yards rushing, and a 100 passer rating in a single game, whether in the regular season or playoffs.

Jackson’s dynamic play included over 50 rushing yards, marking his fourth career playoff game with such an impressive ground performance.

Texans rookie CJ Stroud kept his cool in the first half, but the team’s nerves got the best of them in the second. They struggled to convert promising drives into points against the tough Ravens defense.

In terms of yardage, the Ravens allowed 352 yards in the game, contrasting with the Texans’ defense, which held the Baltimore team to just 213 yards. Texans’ rookie CJ Stroud completed 19 of 33 passes for 175 yards against the Ravens’ formidable defensive unit.

This significant victory propels the Ravens into the AFC Championship Game, where they will host the pivotal matchup next Sunday. Baltimore’s upcoming semifinal appearance marks the fifth time since their arrival in the city. 

Notably, the Baltimore Colts last hosted the AFC Championship Game in the 1970 season, meaning this is the first time in 53 years that Baltimore will host the game. If the Ravens manage to secure a victory against the Bills or Chiefs and earn a spot in Las Vegas, fans of the Baltimore team can look forward to witnessing more impressive dance moves from Harbough.