“Save the Players From Themselves”: Aaron Rodgers Makes a Strong Case for Lamar Jackson Sitting Out Ravens vs. Steelers

Now that the Baltimore Ravens have secured a top spot in the AFC, the spotlight is on Lamar Jackson. There was a rift between observers after they humiliated the Dolphins in the home game. The question is: should Lamar Jackson take a much-needed break and sit out the next game? Should the Baltimore Ravens play it safe and save Jackson for postseason games? The Ravens will be hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the question needs to be answered.

Aaron Rodgers went on “The Pat McAfee Show” and talked about players catching their breath when in a comfortable spot. He thinks the players should not beat themselves up and save their best for later. Of course, this came from experience, and Aaron Rodgers is a pro break guy.

Aaron Rodgers’ words of encouragement for Lamar Jackson

One of the hosts discussed the Ravens and the Niners clinching the one seed and whether they should sit the players out. This would give them two weeks to recuperate and return with a fresh mindset. Rodgers had some interesting takes on the question that was posed to him. The veteran gave his perspective as a QB and elaborated on his preference for playing in Week 18.

Rodgers presented both sides of the coin and put it as a media narrative. On one hand, a player might get hurt in the Week 18 game, and the team will be scrutinized for their decision. On the other hand, there is an opinion that the player might get “rusty” after taking a backseat for too long. Per Rodgers, the perfect solution was active participation in practice and playing the first half of the game.

Rodgers’ advice for Jackson and players in his position was to take it easy on themselves. He doesn’t believe in the concept of “rust” and thinks that the players should rest if they need to.

“I don’t believe in the whole rust thing. You got to save your from themselves sometimes and I don’t think that there’s whole lot to be gained by playing those guys,” explained Rodgers. So, would Lamar Jackson sit this one out?

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Is Lamar Jackson going to take a rest?

Jackson is well on his way to the MVP conversation this year. The only argument about him being unable to make it to the MVP is that he doesn’t have the numbers needed to get there. If we compare him to players like Tua Tagovailoa, who has more than 4,000 yards in his pocket, Lamar Jackson would have to fight an uphill battle. Especially after the 49ers QB Brock Purdy won against the Commanders.

This might pressure him to play the next game and get his numbers up. However, the Ravens have repeatedly proved their mettle after beating the strongest teams in either conference. They are the best team in the league right now, as far as the numbers go.

Would Lamar Jackson sit out the next game? Let us know below.

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