Lamar Jackson seems to be promoting his relationship troubles.
Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens have seen tensions rise these days. In 2022, the Ravens refused to offer Jackson a 5-12 months, absolutely-assured contract and not too long ago, the group’s displeasure over Jackson’s unwillingness to play within the postseason with a PCL sprain could be felt within the air.
The quarterback seems to be breaking apart along with his franchise, primarily based off his current actions (he did not journey with the staff to their wild-card matchup in opposition to the Cincinnati Bengals) and posts to social media.
“When you have something good, you don’t play with it,” Jackson posted on his Instagram story. “You don’t take chances losing it. You don’t neglect it. When you have something good, you pour into it. You appreciate it. Because when you take care of something good, that good thing takes care of you too.”
Jackson is presumably referring to his contract deadlock with the staff, insinuating since he is performed properly for them, they’re going to pay properly for him.
Jackson threw for 2,242 yards, 17 touchdowns and 7 interceptions this season. He accomplished 62.3% of passes in 12 video games performed. Without him, the Ravens misplaced, 24-17, to the Bengals within the first spherical of the NFL playoffs. Backup quarterback Tyler Huntley threw for 226 yards, two touchdowns and one interception.
The Ravens intend to renew contract negotiations with Jackson now that their playoff run is over. Those negotiations have hit useless ends up to now, partially as a result of Jackson refused to rent an agent and refused all prior provides the staff made.
If the 2 can’t work out a protracted-time period deal, the Ravens should determine which choice — the unique franchise tag, non-unique franchise tag or transition tag — they want to train. The probability they let Jackson merely turn out to be a free agent is floor-stage low, in order that they’ll both preserve the 26-12 months-outdated star or get worth for him.