Baltimore Ravens have set tongues wagging by announcing the acquisition of Odell Beckham Jr. to their squad. The former Pro Bowler is recognized for his dynamic flair on the field and could potentially ignite the Ravens’ offense, which has been lacking in spark. With their long-standing QB issues, the franchise has offered a rather gracious deal to the WR. However, there is a range of reactions, with some arguing that his recent performances have been erratic.
Despite this, the Ravens’ fans are excited to see the new wide receiver on the ground with quarterback Lamar Jackson. He is already seeming to form a bond with the quarterback Lamar Jackson, which could help to thaw the icy relationship between the team and their star QB. Fans believe that the new player’s talent could help Ravens in the playoffs.
NFL Analyst criticizes Baltimore Ravens’ move
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Notably, Baltimore Ravens added a new wide receiver worth $15 million. The signing amount sparked a range of reactions among fans and NFL analysts. The Ravens’ move of signing a new wide receiver comes as the team has been struggling with quarterback Lamar Jackson’s situation worsening. Lamar Jackson lacks reliable targets in the passing game.
However, the Ravens’ move got some criticism stating that the $15 million price tag seems too high. Beckham Jr. has struggled with injuries and has not played a full season since 2019. Also, he missed the majority of the matches, last season. ESPN analyst Collin Cowherd shared his view, “Last year, OBJ didn’t play a single game, so it doesn’t feel like it’s a long-term fix. It feels a little desperate, it feel like basically, you gave Lamar a cool pre-Christmas present to get him back to the negotiating table. But the Ravens are in a tough spot”.
Collin also indicated that the Ravens are in a tough spot.
Odell Beckham Jr. and Lamar Jackson’s bonding
Beckham Jr.’s reputation as a fantastic player remains pristine, because of his tremendous speed and agility, which can change the course of any game. Lamar Jackson, who is struggling in the passing game, needed support of a player like Beckham Jr. with his potential ability to change the game.
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Interestingly, Jackson lost no time in voicing his support for the accord on social media shortly after it became official. The Ravens quarterback took to Instagram to share a snapshot of himself on a Facetime call with Beckham Jr., indicating his acceptance of the transaction.
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Fans eagerly await to see them together on the ground supporting each other. With the playoffs on the line, the Ravens also expect the spark they need to make from Odell Beckham Jr.
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