In a landmark signing, Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens have reached an agreement on a five-year extension contract worth $260 million (CBS Sports). The contract makes Jackson the highest-paid player in the NFL, surpassing Patrick Mahomes’ previous record deal of $450 million with the Kansas City Chiefs (WBAL-TV).
General Manager Eric DeCosta expressed relief in getting the long-term extension deal done with Jackson (Baltimore Ravens). The news of the extension sent Twitter into a frenzy, with current and former Ravens players reacting positively to the news (Ravens Wire).
Jackson’s deal is worth more than Derek Carr’s $125 million extension with the Las Vegas Raiders and makes the Saints’ signing of Jameis Winston to a one-year, $12 million contract look even better, according to Yahoo Sports.
The signing comes after two years of negotiations, which included missed opportunities, tags, and even a trade request from Jackson (CBS Sports). Jackson and the Ravens have finally sealed the deal, keeping Jackson in Baltimore for the foreseeable future.
The signing marks a win for the Ravens and is a league-altering move. The Ravens had been missing significant offensive presence since they parted ways with wide receiver Dez Bryant last offseason, and signing Jackson to a long-term extension is a massive achievement for the franchise (CBS Sports).
Zay Flowers, a draft pick by the Ravens, is excited about the opportunity to join forces with Jackson (Baltimore Ravens). The signing will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the franchise and its future going forward (The Baltimore Sun).
