BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - NOVEMBER 01: Quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on November 01, 2020 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
Lamar Jackson is the face of the Baltimore Ravens. He is the most important player on the franchise. Naturally, the Ravens want to get him locked up for the long-term. This is a former NFL MVP we’re talking about.
According to Ben Volin of the Boston Globe, the Ravens and Jackson aren’t close yet.
“Two sources said Lamar Jackson and the Ravens have started talking about a contract extension, but the sides are far apart.