Last year, it was a free agency period for Lamar Jackson. But then he resigned with the Baltimore Ravens, only to become one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the league. Jackson made it clear that he was here to win a Super Bowl the night he was drafted. While he continues to march towards his promise alongside a lucrative contract, fans might wonder – How much will Jackson pocket except for his guarantee money if he wins the Super Bowl LVIII?
Jackson, who requested a trade before the Ravens used a non-exclusive franchise tag, had to agree to a $52 million per year pact. The decision not to wait to come to a common ground is certainly reaping results as the Ravens stand just two steps behind the Super Bowl victory. This feat, along with a potential 2nd MVP win, will contribute to Jackson’s legacy. Here’s all about what the perks look like amid the 2024 contract.
Lamar Jackson has signed a lucrative five-year contract extension with the Ravens, totaling $260 million, with $185 million guaranteed. This sums up his average annual salary to $52 million. In the 2023-24 season, the contract details include a guaranteed $7,500,000, excluding a signing bonus of $14,650,000, with a cap hit of $22,150,000, and $135,000,000 dead cap.
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Now, given his ‘Lamarvellous’ performance this season, he will take home around $32.5 million, with “his guaranteed base salary touching $14,250,000, along with a signing bonus of $14,650,000 and $3,500,000 as incentives.” Furthermore, in the 2023 ongoing season, he is set to receive $80 million, making him the highest-paid player in the league. However, the exact details of his money after his Super Bowl win are not revealed yet, but it’s pretty sure that he will be getting huge for it.
Additionally, last year, the winning team of the Super Bowl received $157,000; so it’s speculated that the winner might reportedly receive $164,000 this year, adding additional perks to Jackson’s existing contracts.
Then in 2024, as per Spotrac, “Jackson will earn a base salary of $14,250,000, a roster bonus of $750,000 and a signing bonus of $17,500,000, while carrying a cap hit of $32,400,000 and a dead cap value of $112,850,000.” The $750k will be guaranteed. But, it’s more than big paychecks since one cannot ignore how Jackson’s performance continues to add to his rich legacy.
That’s how a Super Bowl win will impact Lamar Jackson’s legacy
From sluggish start to thumping victories, Lamar Jackson and his team have made it through the playoffs. Realistically, Lamar Jackson is the guy who makes something out of nothing. They are now just two steps behind in winning the Super Bowl. And most of the credit goes to the quarterback. His stats of this season look like: 102.7 QB rating, 67.2 completion percentage, 3678 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, 6 fumbles lost, 7 interceptions, and 37 times sacked.
Furthermore, in the Ravens’ divisional round game against the Texans, Jackson’s performance was exceptional. He achieved a unique feat by being the first QB to pass for 100 yards, rushing for 100 yards, having a passer rating over 100, and scoring 2 passing & rushing touchdowns each in a single game, and that too in the playoffs. This has never been done by any other quarterback in the league before.
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One cannot still get over his conversation with Tom Brady, where he admitted that he never won a state championship or a national championship in college, but this is the moment to be a champion. ‘The impact of winning a Super Bowl?The question has been a topic of discussion among analysts.
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It won’t be an exaggeration to say the null and void would be ruled out if Lamar wins 2 MVPs and a Super Bowl. Then would be the time when you can’t keep this guy out of CANTON. He would be a surefire Hall of Famer candidate. Those who feel that the numbers don’t speak, go back and watch Jackson’s unbelievable play this season. That’s dominance!
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Jackson, who remains the top MVP choice this season, is all set to face the Chiefs in the upcoming AFC Championship game. What lies ahead is a much-anticipated spectacle of a riveting rivalry, a history steeped in unforgettable plays. Ravens vs. Chiefs kick off at 8:00 p.m. UK/ 3:00 p.m. at M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore on 28 January, Sunday.
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