The Baltimore Ravens are in a dilemma with their position with Lamar Jackson. Both sides came to a standoff after failing to settle in the negotiations. LJ has also failed to attract other franchises since the cost to have him seems extensive. But the franchise is not failing to discuss other moves. The franchise could land an athlete who is a hot commodity in the free agency market.
The Ravens have not failed to make moves despite their quarterback contract standoff. Be it re-signing Nick Moore, Geno Stone, and Tony Brown or releasing Calais Campbell. The Riptide Rush has made it happen but they could look for some offensive arsenal for the organization.
Hottest free agent WR in talks with Baltimore
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As per Ian Rapoport, Odell Beckham Jr. arrived at the NFL Owners’ meeting in Arizona. Accompanied by his agent Zeke Sandhu, he arrived at the Biltmore Hotel in Phoenix to host meetings with the Ravens. The Arizona resident’s appearance was not a big surprise, but his interaction with Baltimore has been attracting the masses.
From @NFLTotalAccess: Odell Beckham Jr showed up at the league meetings to meet with the #Ravens, among other teams, as his free agency comes into focus. pic.twitter.com/mMBwcafg28
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 29, 2023
Apart from the Ravens, OBJ also interacted with other franchises. The free agent WR is drawing interest after he got the clearance to perform exercises and hosted a private workout in Arizona. Among the interested teams were the NY Giants and Jets, KC Chiefs, Patriots, LA Rams, Bills, Cardinals, and more, who went to witness OBJ’s routine.
However, the Baltimore Ravens desperately need offensive power, principally wide receivers. Since Beckham Jr. is eligible to sign with any team in unrestricted free agency, he could join the Ravens in a blink. But as time goes by, the hype remains constant.
As the OBJ to Ravens hype goes on, Lamar Jackson has seemed to reach a breaking point.
Lamar Jackson expresses gratitude and frustration
After the Ravens and Lamar Jackson reached an impasse, the situation turned from bad to worse. Jackson’s demand has significantly dropped, which opened several questions. The quarterback is now venting his frustrations and thanked the Ravens Flock and NFL community for backing him up in a letter in a series of tweets.
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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
— Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) March 27, 2023
LJ took to Twitter, mentioning, “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.”
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If OBJ heads to Baltimore, will Lamar Jackson return to the Ravens? Or would he head towards greener pastures? It is subject to witness.
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