Ravens News 12/21: PreSnap Communication

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LAMAR JACKSON IS HOUDINI

Jackson earned an 85.4 PFF grade against the Jaguars, his third-best mark of the season. He didn’t get to that grade by torching Jacksonville through the air, though. His 171 passing yards were his second fewest in 2023. Instead, he made things happen when plays broke down.

Jackson had five plays where he passed the ball or crossed the line of scrimmage 6.5 seconds or more after the ball had been snapped. He attempted three passes, completing all three for 47 yards, including a big play to tight end Isaiah Likely late in the third quarter. He also scrambled twice, picking up a first down…