A healthy Lamar and productive running backs both require a top-shelf O. Line. We’ve had something less than that.
With protection, Lamar turned into the most efficient, least error-prone QB in the NFL. He WILL play injured but not at 100%. Protect the MVP QB w/ an MVP O. Line.
Michael E. Pierce, Sr. - 3 months ago
It’s unconscionable this conversation is being had in public; however, because it is here’s my take. While it is true that Lamar is a generational talent, he cannot deliver a Lombardi Trophy alone. Since there is no I in team, everyone in the building must elevate their preparation and performance, particularly in Big Moments. Whatever Lamar’s deficiencies, I’m certain he’ll attack them with a vengeance. Constructive criticism can be the catalyst for enhanced accountability and performance. Lamar’s legacy as one of the greats to ever play the game has already been cemented but let’s hope the cement doesn’t cure entirely prior to hoisting that elusive Lombardi Trophy in Baltimore. Go Ravens!
bob lancione - 3 months ago
They should absolutely trade him. He has been given preferential treatment for way to long. He is a cancer in that locker room despite what anybody say's. The players won't say anything negative but you can bet they resent him getting away with murder by harbaugh. He has become way to undependable and while the window is still open trade him get valuable picks and free yourself of all that salary cap money.
Robin - 3 months ago
Jackson doesn’t seem to be capable of finishing a season.
He’s not the hot shot QB as when he started.
We need a player to go the distance; playoffs included.
Burt Wills - 3 months ago
Some people forget what it was like churning through retreads trying to find a qb, any qb. Lamar is fine, Harbaugh, and/or Monken with him. He should have watched his cousin's team run all over UConn. If they don't ride Henry to a win, they all, including Eric, need to take a hike.
May may Alicia Edwards - 3 months ago
I don’t think he needs to be traded at all we just need to allow the second stream quarterback play and let Lamar rest some of the games he will be healthy
Mark G - 3 months ago
You resign him… end of story.
Josh Hoffman - 3 months ago
Steve Bisciotti must know how ugly this will get next season if they’ve parted with Lamar and are under .500 (probably their best case) with Harbaugh looking impotent on the sideline, talking in pressers about things he wished he’d thought of.
Xfactr - 3 months ago
2x arguably 3x league MVP…dude is injured throughout this yr and there are talks to trade him..?!?..lol. What a joke.
Mark H - 3 months ago
It’s been a rough season all around. Injuries early. No pass rush. Turnovers on offense. Unfortunate calls going against them. Perplexing coaching decisions. And the regression of Lamar.
But I think he can bounce back and be one of the best ever again. He needs a reset both physically and through coaching changes. Restructure his contract and start over with new leadership.
Terence (Skip) bosley - 3 months ago
I think Jackson is very much affected by cold weather and as he ages the cold bothers him more,
He has been the most entertaining QB I've ever seen, but as a Florida resident his reaction to cold is observable to me. And as he ages it becomes more problematic.
bob lancione - 3 months ago
I see one of the posters above stated that lamar jackson is a two time MVP and a once in a generation talent. That might be correct but those MVP trophies will just sit on his mantel and get dusty. He will always have the reputation of not being able to win the big game and that will stay with him the rest of his career and is justified,. Lamar jackson is a cancer in the raven locker room regardless of what harbaugh say's , he has received preferential treatment since he has been here. He is a prodigal son of this franchise and you can bet your last dollar that his team mates resent the treatment he gets. The time has come to cut bait with him and get as much as you can, this whole organization needs a complete makeover including the head coach.
Jim Rudolph - 3 months ago
I think Lamar needs to see a sports psychologist. Lamar has been off his usual performance level all year. Slow in decision-making, noticeably slower and his cat-like reactions are gone. Something is troubling him. Maybe he doesn't want to be in Baltimore anymore, if so, trade him. If he still wants to lead the Ravens' offense, then see the shrink.
Bill Storage - 3 months ago
Where have you gone ,Lamar? So excited were the fans in 2018 , Lamar's entry year gave everyone hope for many Super Bowls. Who could stop this elusive and dazzling runner who ripped off, with seeming ease large chunks of yardage and made enough precise throws to gain victory after victory? Yet, with all he has done, multiple MVPs,sacrifices to his body which are now taking their toll, playoff wins on a consistent basis defy them. I contend, as many others, that Lamar has done his job and done it exceedingly well. How many times have his passes been dropped or fumbled away after catches in crucial situations, or coaching decisions destroyed the tempo of the game, to name a few? Yes, Lamar makes the big bucks and is now eight years after league entry starting to break down, but those can't necessarily be the points that call for a trade or lower his salary. What has the front office done to give him more protection, to get an elite pass rusher to give the defense more rest? What has been done with correction of continuing poor coaching decisions that ultimately rest on the shoulders of the head coach? NOTHING. So, I think a total objective evaluation of the team is in order before making any hurried decision about Lamar's future. I can't imagine how many years the organization would be set back trying to break in a draftee quarterback. Those who have been around long enough to remember the struggles before Flacco can bear witness.
Robert - 3 months ago
Lamar is on the downside. Whatever it is, age, injuries, punishment he has taken, he is not the same. Even when healthy, his playoff performance is poor. Take a page from the Patriots book - trade a player before his performance completely deteriorates. He would be hard to replace but it is inevitable. Plus his cap hit would harm the rest of the team. I just feel it is time. The Ravens will never get to the Super Bowl with him. Trade him while his value is high. Let another team deal with his agent (mother) , contract, moodiness, and injuries.
Todd - 3 months ago
Jackson can't spell TEAM, he spells it tIam! He's spoiled, not a good teammate. If you get 2# 1's trade our headach. Lamar it's not my boys, rather my teammates! Harbs cuddled this cancer,self serving individual! Good riddance Lamar!
Chris McGloin - 3 months ago
Lamar Jackson is a 2 time MVP, and a once in a generation talent. Trading him shouldn't even be in any sane conversation. That being said, he definitely should either allow for a restructuring of his contract or even take a pay cut so the team can build a solid O-Line to protect him, and increase our odds of winning a Superbowl. The bottom line is that the Ravens must figure out a way to further build the team around the best QB in the NFL.
walter pindell - 3 months ago
sorry..all these polls are time wasters, none of us are in are position to have a valid opinion..my take?..it's a space taker for the Sun..a paper that couldn't give us a timely story on late night Terp b-ballgames
He outta here
A healthy Lamar and productive running backs both require a top-shelf O. Line. We’ve had something less than that.
With protection, Lamar turned into the most efficient, least error-prone QB in the NFL. He WILL play injured but not at 100%. Protect the MVP QB w/ an MVP O. Line.
It’s unconscionable this conversation is being had in public; however, because it is here’s my take. While it is true that Lamar is a generational talent, he cannot deliver a Lombardi Trophy alone. Since there is no I in team, everyone in the building must elevate their preparation and performance, particularly in Big Moments. Whatever Lamar’s deficiencies, I’m certain he’ll attack them with a vengeance. Constructive criticism can be the catalyst for enhanced accountability and performance. Lamar’s legacy as one of the greats to ever play the game has already been cemented but let’s hope the cement doesn’t cure entirely prior to hoisting that elusive Lombardi Trophy in Baltimore. Go Ravens!
They should absolutely trade him. He has been given preferential treatment for way to long. He is a cancer in that locker room despite what anybody say's. The players won't say anything negative but you can bet they resent him getting away with murder by harbaugh. He has become way to undependable and while the window is still open trade him get valuable picks and free yourself of all that salary cap money.
Jackson doesn’t seem to be capable of finishing a season.
He’s not the hot shot QB as when he started.
We need a player to go the distance; playoffs included.
Some people forget what it was like churning through retreads trying to find a qb, any qb. Lamar is fine, Harbaugh, and/or Monken with him. He should have watched his cousin's team run all over UConn. If they don't ride Henry to a win, they all, including Eric, need to take a hike.
I don’t think he needs to be traded at all we just need to allow the second stream quarterback play and let Lamar rest some of the games he will be healthy
You resign him… end of story.
Steve Bisciotti must know how ugly this will get next season if they’ve parted with Lamar and are under .500 (probably their best case) with Harbaugh looking impotent on the sideline, talking in pressers about things he wished he’d thought of.
2x arguably 3x league MVP…dude is injured throughout this yr and there are talks to trade him..?!?..lol. What a joke.
It’s been a rough season all around. Injuries early. No pass rush. Turnovers on offense. Unfortunate calls going against them. Perplexing coaching decisions. And the regression of Lamar.
But I think he can bounce back and be one of the best ever again. He needs a reset both physically and through coaching changes. Restructure his contract and start over with new leadership.
I think Jackson is very much affected by cold weather and as he ages the cold bothers him more,
He has been the most entertaining QB I've ever seen, but as a Florida resident his reaction to cold is observable to me. And as he ages it becomes more problematic.
I see one of the posters above stated that lamar jackson is a two time MVP and a once in a generation talent. That might be correct but those MVP trophies will just sit on his mantel and get dusty. He will always have the reputation of not being able to win the big game and that will stay with him the rest of his career and is justified,. Lamar jackson is a cancer in the raven locker room regardless of what harbaugh say's , he has received preferential treatment since he has been here. He is a prodigal son of this franchise and you can bet your last dollar that his team mates resent the treatment he gets. The time has come to cut bait with him and get as much as you can, this whole organization needs a complete makeover including the head coach.
I think Lamar needs to see a sports psychologist. Lamar has been off his usual performance level all year. Slow in decision-making, noticeably slower and his cat-like reactions are gone. Something is troubling him. Maybe he doesn't want to be in Baltimore anymore, if so, trade him. If he still wants to lead the Ravens' offense, then see the shrink.
Where have you gone ,Lamar? So excited were the fans in 2018 , Lamar's entry year gave everyone hope for many Super Bowls. Who could stop this elusive and dazzling runner who ripped off, with seeming ease large chunks of yardage and made enough precise throws to gain victory after victory? Yet, with all he has done, multiple MVPs,sacrifices to his body which are now taking their toll, playoff wins on a consistent basis defy them. I contend, as many others, that Lamar has done his job and done it exceedingly well. How many times have his passes been dropped or fumbled away after catches in crucial situations, or coaching decisions destroyed the tempo of the game, to name a few? Yes, Lamar makes the big bucks and is now eight years after league entry starting to break down, but those can't necessarily be the points that call for a trade or lower his salary. What has the front office done to give him more protection, to get an elite pass rusher to give the defense more rest? What has been done with correction of continuing poor coaching decisions that ultimately rest on the shoulders of the head coach? NOTHING. So, I think a total objective evaluation of the team is in order before making any hurried decision about Lamar's future. I can't imagine how many years the organization would be set back trying to break in a draftee quarterback. Those who have been around long enough to remember the struggles before Flacco can bear witness.
Lamar is on the downside. Whatever it is, age, injuries, punishment he has taken, he is not the same. Even when healthy, his playoff performance is poor. Take a page from the Patriots book - trade a player before his performance completely deteriorates. He would be hard to replace but it is inevitable. Plus his cap hit would harm the rest of the team. I just feel it is time. The Ravens will never get to the Super Bowl with him. Trade him while his value is high. Let another team deal with his agent (mother) , contract, moodiness, and injuries.
Jackson can't spell TEAM, he spells it tIam! He's spoiled, not a good teammate. If you get 2# 1's trade our headach. Lamar it's not my boys, rather my teammates! Harbs cuddled this cancer,self serving individual! Good riddance Lamar!
Lamar Jackson is a 2 time MVP, and a once in a generation talent. Trading him shouldn't even be in any sane conversation. That being said, he definitely should either allow for a restructuring of his contract or even take a pay cut so the team can build a solid O-Line to protect him, and increase our odds of winning a Superbowl. The bottom line is that the Ravens must figure out a way to further build the team around the best QB in the NFL.
sorry..all these polls are time wasters, none of us are in are position to have a valid opinion..my take?..it's a space taker for the Sun..a paper that couldn't give us a timely story on late night Terp b-ballgames