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Lamar Jackson is not the traditional quarterback that many like. As a result, he has often faced criticism for his throwing abilities in important situations. He is phenomenal while running the ball, but work needs to be done by him while throwing the ball.

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In just his second season in the league, Jackson won the MVP award. So far, his career has started well, but he has yet to play well in the playoffs. Recently, an anonymous defensive coordinator in the NFL fired shots at the Ravens quarterback. The anonymous DC believes that despite all of Lamar’s accolades, he will never be his QB1 due to Jackson’s inability to throw the ball.

In an article published by Mike Sando of The Athletic on Monday, an anonymous NFL defensive coordinator said this about Lamar Jackson. “If he has to pass to win the game, they ain’t winning the game. He’s so unique as an athlete and he’s a really good football player, but I don’t give a s**t if he wins the league MVP 12 times, I don’t think he’ll ever be one as a quarterback. He’ll be one as a football player, but not as a quarterback.”

Many thought that this take by the anonymous defensive coordinator was absurd. Lamar Jackson is a phenomenal talent. Not many quarterbacks in the league can do what he can. Everyone has their flaws, but the former MVP has continuously gotten better at throwing the ball every season.

Lamar Jackson is gearing up for a big season

The quarterback market is on the rise. Recently, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray signed a huge new deal with the franchise. Another quarterback who is nearing a new deal is Lamar Jackson.

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The Baltimore Ravens see him as their franchise quarterback. As a result, we are likely to see the Ravens splash a good amount of money to keep Jackson with them for years to come.

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Last season, the Ravens suffered from many injuries. Despite that, Lamar Jackson was on pace for a great season before he got hurt. He will be back with vengeance next season. He will have a point to prove to many people. The Ravens are part of a tough division, and Jackson would love to reach the playoffs to silence all his critics.

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