Lamar Jackson

Career StatsB+

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	INT	RTG
Career		116	22,608	187	56	102.2
2025		13	2,549	21	7	103.8
2024		17	4,172	41	4	119.6

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Ravens locked up their franchise quarterback with what amounts to a fair deal that slightly leans toward an overpay, earning Lamar Jackson a B- CVI for his five-year, $260M extension ($52M AAV). Jackson's Pro Bowl-caliber production justifies elite quarterback money, but the $52M annual figure places him at the very top of the market despite not quite reaching that tier consistently. At 26, Jackson is entering his prime years, which works in Baltimore's favor for the contract's middle seasons, though the guaranteed $135M represents significant risk given his unique playing style and injury history. The structure heavily front-loads the financial commitment, creating potential roster construction challenges as the Ravens navigate the salary cap while building around their dynamic but sometimes volatile quarterback. This deal reflects the harsh reality of quarterback economics — Baltimore had little choice but to pay market rate for a former MVP, even if Jackson's playoff inconsistencies and dual-threat durability concerns suggest the price tag might outpace the production over the contract's lifespan.

Performance Analysis

Lamar Jackson grades as an above-average starter among NFL quarterbacks — an above-average player at the position. His strongest area is touchdown rate at 6.95 (well above the NFL average of 4.50), ranking as elite for the position. Passing yards per game, at 196.1 compared to an NFL average of 230.0, is where he falls short relative to the position. He demonstrates both accuracy and downfield aggressiveness, hallmarks of a capable starter. With 116 career games, there is a large sample size backing this grade.

Current Sentiment

Lamar Jackson enters the 2026 season as one of the most decorated quarterbacks in the modern NFL era, carrying the weight of two MVP awards and a historic passer rating that cement his status as a generational talent. The offseason narrative around Jackson has been tinged with mild uncertainty, as the Ravens' signing of backup Diego Pavia and vague references to an 'uncertain future' have generated some speculative chatter in the media landscape. However, the tone of the broader coverage remains largely supportive, with teammates publicly rallying around Jackson and the front office making visible commitments to improving the roster around him. The transition to a new defensive coordinator in Jesse Minter has been framed as a 'fresh start' for the organization, which media and fans have largely interpreted as a positive cultural reset rather than a sign of dysfunction. Overall, Jackson's perception remains firmly in elite territory — the occasional ambiguous headline does little to erode the enormous goodwill and respect he has built through sustained on-field excellence and a record-setting contract that signals the Ravens' unwavering commitment to him as their franchise cornerstone.