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Lamar Jackson Responds To Questions About His Character

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Lamar Jackson is currently the biggest story in the entire NFL. Overall, this isn’t exactly for the right reasons. There has been a lot of chatter when it comes to his situation with the Baltimore Ravens. Although he is a former MVP, the team does not want to pay him what you would imagine is a fair salary. Moreover, Jackson recently came out and announced that he had requested a trade earlier in the month. This is a whirlwind time for himself and the Ravens which is likely to end in a not-so-productive manner.

Additionally, there are now some people out there who are trying to say that Jackson has a bad attitude. His character is being questioned, and it’s not exactly fair. Just like any other player, he is trying to get the best deal possible. Based on his play, it is clear that he deserves it. However, the Ravens are messing about in a way that is making it difficult for Jackson to trust them again. While taking to Twitter yesterday, Jackson defended himself from some of the chatter. Simply put, his goal has always been to win a Super Bowl.

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“I don’t remember me sitting out on my guys week 1 vs jets To week 12 vs Broncos,” Jackson wrote. “How come all of a sudden I sit out because of money in which I could’ve got hurt at anytime within that time frame. When we know the Super Bowl been on my mind since April 2018. Let’s get real. I rather have a 100% PCL than go out there and play horrible forcing myself to put my guys in a bad situation now that’s selfish to me.”

Jackson is certainly correct here. That said, his injury history has proven to be detrimental to his contract hopes. However, he is still much better than the $32 million per year price tag that has been thrust upon him. Hopefully, this situation gets resolved sooner rather than later. Let us know what you think is going to happen, in the comments down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from the sports world.

Meek Mill Is Trying To Get Lamar Jackson On The Patriots

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Meek Mill and Robert Kraft have been good friends for quite some time now. Kraft is the owner of the New England Patriots, and he has shown a great interest in prison and justice reform. Overall, he was a big part of Meek Mill gaining his freedom a few years ago. Subsequently, the two have worked on various prison reform projects together. That said, it should come as no surprise that Meek would act as a mediator of sorts whenever there is a player expressing interest in the Patriots.

Yesterday, it was revealed that Lamar Jackson was looking for a trade out of Baltimore. Although he has been great for that team, they are refusing to give him the deal he wants. Consequently, Jackson feels slighted and would like to play for a team that respects him. According to TMZ, this apparently led to a conversation between Meek Mill and Jackson. Within that conversation, Jackson made it very clear that he wants to play for Bill Belichick and the Patriots.

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New England Patriots Owner Robert Kraft (L) and rapper Meek Mill attend the Fanatics Super Bowl Party at Ballroom at Bayou Place on February 4, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Robin Marchant/Getty Images for Fanatics)

During the NFL Annual League Meeting, Robert Kraft revealed that he had a conversation with Meek about Jackson’s interest. Just a few days ago, the rapper texted Kraft and told him that Jackson is available. However, Kraft has no plans to pursue the quarterback just yet. At the end of the day, it will all depend on what Bill Belichick has to say. He is the defacto general manager, and the vast majority of decisions go through him.

No matter what, the Lamar Jackson situation will be fascinating to watch. There are a few teams that could use an upgrade right about now. However, the Ravens seem very reluctant to trade their franchise quarterback, and rightfully so. With this situation developing, stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest news and updates. Additionally, let us know where you think Lamar Jackson should play, in the comments down below.

Lamar Jackson Reveals He Has Requested A Trade

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Overall, it has been very clear that the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson are at odds. He believes he is worth over $40 million per year, while the Ravens seemingly disagree. Moreover, there is even a dispute over how much guaranteed money Jackson deserves. Subsequently, Jackson has been placed under the non-exclusive franchise tag, which has capped his value with the Ravens at $32 million. Shockingly, no other team has offered Jackson any money, and many are wondering if collusion is at play.

Additionally, Lamar Jackson has been quite vocal about the situation on social media. Fans are concerned about his future with the team, and other fanbases are feeling hopeful that their team can swoop in and get Lamar. Now, however, a new bombshell has been revealed. Just moments ago, Jackson took to Twitter with a lengthy message for his fans. Within this message, he revealed that he has asked the Ravens for a trade.

Lamar Jackson Thanks His Fans

“I want to first thank you all for all of the love and support you consistently show towards me,” Jackson said. “All of you are amazing and I appreciate y’all so much. I want you all to know not to believe everything you read about me. Let me personally answer your questions in regards to my future plans. As of March 2nd I requested a trade from the Ravens organization for which the Ravens has not been interested in meeting my value, any and everyone that’s has met me or been around me know I love the game of football and my dream is to help a team win the super bowl. You all are great but I had to make a business decision that was best for my family and I.”

He subsequently went on to say that he loves the fans in Baltimore and will always have a place in his heart for them. However, based on his words, it also seems evident that the Ravens do not want to make a trade. They believe they have the upper hand, and it has put Jackson in a position where he has to make public statements such as this one. Needless to say, this whole situation has become a mess. Stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates on this developing story.

Skip Bayless Urges Teams To Sign Lamar Jackson

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Skip Bayless is someone who is definitely known as being a huge hater. Overall, he likes to hate those who are great at what they do. For instance, he has had a long history when it comes to critiquing LeBron James. Although LeBron has never actually addressed Skip, the Undisputed host continues to give his hot takes. Ultimately, Skip’s attitude has earned him quite a number of fans, and double the number of detractors. At this point, however, it should be obvious that Bayless’ job is to be a troll.

Despite his reputation as a hater, there are certainly some athletes that he absolutely loves. One of them is none other than Lamar Jackson. The Ravens quarterback was recently hit with the non-exclusive franchise tag, and there isn’t a single team that is offering a contract. It feels like there is some sort of collusion going on, although it is extremely hard to prove that. Either way, Bayless is dumbfounded by what is going on. In fact, Bayless urged teams throughout the NFL to offer sheet Jackson. In his mind, if anyone can turn a franchise around, it is Lamar.

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“Every team that needed a QB or still needs one is a fool for not jumping on an available Lamar,” Bayless said. “He’s a gamer, he’s a leader and would take over the face of a franchise.” The issue with Jackson is certainly not his talent, the real issue lies in his injury history. He has yet to complete a full 17-game season, with playoffs to boot. His style of play lends itself to an increased risk of injury, and it has put him in a precarious spot. However, he is still a phenomenal player and a lot of teams need an upgrade at the quarterback position.

At the time of writing this, it seems like the Ravens and Jackson are at a stalemate. Jackson will have to start the season with them, and at this point, the relationship is definitely a bit fractured. However, this is a great opportunity for him. If he plays the entire season and even wins some playoff games, then maybe they will finally give him that massive contract.

Lamar Jackson Calls Cap On Adam Schefter’s Latest Report

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Lamar Jackson is currently going through an unfortunate situation with the Baltimore Ravens. Overall, he is one of the best quarterbacks in the entire NFL. However, he has been with the injury bug over the last two years. As a result, he and the Ravens have been embroiled in a contract dispute. Reports suggest he wants fully-guaranteed money, although the Ravens do not want to give it to him. This is ultimately why they hit him with the non-exclusive franchise tag.

Shockingly, there isn’t a single team that has attempted to sign him thus far. Many are accusing the league of things like collusion. Although, reporters like Adam Schefter see it differently. In fact, during a recent report, Schefter claimed that Jackson was offered $133 million at signing. Moreover, he could have gotten up to $200 million guaranteed based on certain incentives. These are some massive figures, and one would have to wonder why Jackson would turn that down. Especially when you take into consideration that non-exclusive tag only pays him $32 million this year.

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Well, as it turns out, Jackson has, in fact, subsequently responded to Schefter and his reporting. Firstly, Jackson posted a gif of a man wearing many hats. Clearly, he is calling out Schefty for some serious cap. Secondly, he wrote “122/3 years full guaranteed, but I need a agent?” Lastly, he simply wrote “People throw sh*t at the wall and hope it stick.” Based on all of these tweets, it seems clear that Jackson does not appreciate this reporting. Although, it should be noted that the truth is muddled right now. It seems like Schefter is getting his information from the Ravens, who have an interest in controlling the narrative. As for Lamar, he has that exact same interest.

This is going to be a very interesting situation to follow over the next year. It seems pretty clear at this point that Jackson will not see an offer sheet this offseason. Instead, he will have to go back to the Ravens who clearly have tested his patience. Hopefully, he gets the contract that he is deserved. Let us know whose side you are on, in the comments down below.

Ravens Make Huge Lamar Jackson Decision

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Lamar Jackson is one of the best quarterbacks in the entire NFL. Overall, he has been extremely fun to watch over these past few years. He is a dual threat who can run the ball while also slinging through the air. However, injuries derailed his last two seasons when he was seemingly on track to become MVP of the league. Unfortunately, the Baltimore Ravens have been using these injuries against him. This is because, since last year, Jackson has been trying to secure a long-term deal with fully guaranteed money.

In the eyes of the Ravens, Jackson is not worth a fully guaranteed deal. Although, they do believe he should be paid like the best quarterback in the league. Regardless, this discrepancy has created a huge rift between Jackson and the front office. Today, the Ravens needed to reach a deal with Jackson, otherwise, their only option would be to franchise tag him. Ultimately, that is exactly what they did, although they used the non-exclusive tag. General Managers Eric DeCosta subsequently issued a statement claiming that they are committed to finding a solution with Lamar.

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“Having not yet reached a long-term deal with Lamar Jackson, we will use the franchise tag,” DeCosta wrote. “There have been many instances across the league and in Baltimore when a player has been designated with the franchise tag and signed a long-term deal that same year. We will continue to negotiate in good faith with Lamar, and we are hopeful that we can strike a long-term deal that is fair to both Lamar and the Ravens. Our ultimate goal is to build a championship team with Lamar Jackson leading the way for many years to come.”

Now, Jackson can negotiate deals with other teams. From there, if Jackson signs an offer sheet, the Ravens can either match the deal or give Jackson up for two first-round picks. At this point, it seems like keeping Jackson is the best option, but you truly never know. Let us know what you think is going to happen, in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the NFL.

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Mark Andrews Says Lamar Jackson Is A “Raven For Life”

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Mark Andrews says that Lamar Jackson is a “Raven for life,” among an ongoing contract dispute between the star quarterback and the organization that drafted him in 2018. The star tight end addressed the team’s quarterback situation during an interview with Sirius XM NFL Radio. Recent reports have suggested that the Ravens intend on placing the franchise tag on Jackson.

“Obviously I hope that we get my guy Lamar Jackson back,” Andrews said. “You know ‘cuz he’s a Raven for life.” He further continued: “If there’s one thing I know, I know that he wants to be a Raven. And I know the Ravens organization want him. And so he’s our quarterback. I’m hopeful they’re going to be able to get that deal done and he’s going to be my quarterback.”

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 18: Mark Andrews #89 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates a second quarter touchdown with Lamar Jackson #8 against the Miami Dolphins at M&T Bank Stadium on September 18, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Andrews wasn’t the only one of Jackson’s teammates to address his contract situation. Linebacker Roquan Smith also spoke about Jackson’s future during an interview at the Pro Bowl. Smith joined the team prior to the trade deadline in 2022.

“I haven’t really chatted with him about anything,” Smith said, via NFL.com. “Cause all our situations are unique in their own way. It would be wrong of me to try to go in and say this or that, because his situation is clearly different than mine, so I can’t really go in there and say you should do this or that. He’s a grown man at the end of the day, and he’s gonna do what he feels is best for him and I support him just from one man to another.”

As for Jackson himself, he has not publicly expressed any desire to leave Baltimore. If the Ravens do franchise tag on him for 2023, it will cost them about $45 million. It would also give them until July to reach an agreement on a longer-term deal. Jackson reportedly previously turned down a five-year contract extension worth $250 million, with $133 million guaranteed at signing.

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Ravens’ Rumored Plan For Lamar Jackson Revealed

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Lamar Jackson is one of the best quarterbacks in the entire NFL. Unfortunately, however, he has had to deal with some serious injury issues. Ultimately, a knee injury kept him out of the team’s Wild Card game on Sunday. Consequently, the team lost by just a touchdown. Had Jackson been there, it could have been a different story.

Of course, Jackson is currently dealing with a contract dispute. The Ravens superstar wanted more guaranteed money than the Ravens were willing to spend. Now, heading into the offseason, the Ravens have a dilemma on their hands. Effectively, they need to make some big decisions in regard to Jackson.

Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens looks on against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on January 01, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

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Subsequently, there is a ton of reporting being done in regard to Jackson. For instance, Ian Rapoport was on Good Morning Football this morning where he spoke about the Ravens’ plans. Overall, the Ravens want to keep Jackson and will offer him a long-term deal.

However, if Jackson doesn’t like the guaranteed money aspect, there is a good chance that he will decline. From there, the Ravens will just hit him with the franchise tag, as they would rather not lose him.

In a report from Peter King, however, it was noted that the Ravens could use a different kind of franchise tag. This tag would allow other teams to offer Jackson a deal. From there, the Ravens can either match it, or let him walk for some draft compensation.

Per Peter King:

“I think it’s going to be hard for Jackson to get a long-term contract without significant protection for the team. Which means, to me, a significant likelihood that the Ravens may use the non-exclusive franchise tag for Jackson. If he agrees to a contract with another team, the Ravens could match it or be awarded two first-round picks (or a different deal the two teams could negotiate) if the Ravens do not match it.“

Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens warms up before the game against the Denver Broncos at M&T Bank Stadium on December 04, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)

Based on these reports, it is clear that the Ravens know they need Jackson. Whether or not they will throw the proper money at him, remains to be seen.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Lamar Jackson Provides Injury Update as Ravens Prepare for Playoff Game Against Bengals

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Lamar Jackson will not play in the Baltimore Ravens wild card playoff game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Hitting social media, Jackson stated he wants to be there for his team, but his left knee will not allow him to do so.

Jackson is suffering from a Grade 2 PCL strain that is “on the borderline of strain 3.”

“Thank you everyone for your support and concerns regarding my injuries,” Jackson wrote. “I want to give you all an update as I am in the recovery process. I’ve suffered a PCL grade 2 sprain on the borderline of a strain 3. There is still inflammation surrounding my knee and my knee remains unstable.”

He adds, ” I’m still in good spirits, as I continue with treatments on the road to recovery. I wish I could be out there with my guys more than anything but I can’t give a 100% of myself to my guys and fans I’m still hopeful we still have a chance.”

The Ravens will turn to Tyler Huntley or Anthony Brown at quarterback, a tandem they have used through the last half of the season.

This season is the last of Lamar Jackson’s rookie contract. If the franchise tag is not used on him this offseason, he will become free agents.

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Stephen A. Smith Urges Ravens To Do This With Lamar Jackson

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Stephen A. Smith is easily one of the most recognizable faces on sports talk television. He always comes through with the hot takes, and he does so in an entertaining fashion. Overall, he is largely responsible for carrying ESPN’s programming over these last few years.

There have been plenty of hot topics in the sports world as of late. This is especially true now that the NFL playoffs are on the horizon. In fact, one team people are looking at is the Baltimore Ravens who are going up against the Cincinnati Bengals. However, they are going to be without Lamar Jackson, and Smith had some thoughts on this.

Stephen A. Smith speaks onstage during “In Conversation with Fat Joe” at The Apollo Theater on November 15, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Shahar Azran/Getty Images)

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Stephen A. has always had some very strong opinions about Lamar Jackson. Simply put, he loves the Ravens quarterback. However, he believes the Ravens should just straight-up trade him. With their contract dispute in mind, Smith believes it would just be simpler for the Ravens to get rid of their QB.

“Let me be clear. Lamar Jackson is an electrifying talent that I want on my team any day of the week,” Smith began. “If you’re the Baltimore Ravens, clearly there is difficulty in getting him inked to a long-term deal. […] I would strongly look into what assets I could get for Lamar Jackson. Because I could get the house for this brother.”

A Lamar Jackson trade would be wild for numerous reasons. There is no doubt that the haul the Ravens would receive would be incredible. Although, it still remains to be seen what will happen here.

Let us know whether or not you agree with Stephen A. in the comments section down below. Additionally, keep it locked to HNHH for all of the latest news and updates from around the sports world.

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