Lamar Jackson

As Lamar Jackson's star has risen, the critiques once attached to his game have gradually dissipated. One knock the former MVP has yet to shed, however, is his ability to consistently complete his deep ball throws.

Will Josh Allen be a Bill for life? Is Nick Chubb going to stick with the Browns? How much does Lamar Jackson mean to the Ravens? Gil Brandt lists 12 young players whose teams should never let them go.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks breaks down a game-changing shift in Baltimore's offensive approach. Plus, he ranks the top five RB tandems in the NFL.

Part of Baltimore's development plan with former MVP Lamar Jackson includes getting the quarterback under center more often in 2021. OC Greg Roman recently explained the new approach.

Nick Shook uses Next Gen Stats to rank the quarterbacks who performed the best under pressure in 2020. Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers made the list, as you'd expect, but there's a surprise at the top.

Nick Shook ranks the 10 most explosive runners of 2020 using Next Gen Stats. NFL rushing king Derrick Henry is highly ranked, but quarterbacks occupy the top two spots on the list.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson told reporters Wednesday he'd love to remain a Baltimore Raven forever as the 2019 MVP approaches one of the NFL's next big pay days. 

Will Davante Adams get a major raise? Is T.J. Watt about to make bank? Anthony Holzman-Escareno projects the All-Paid Team of Tomorrow.

NFL Research digs into 13 oddities and quirks stemming from the 2021 schedule -- including an MVP-heavy date between Aaron Rodgers' Packers and Lamar Jackson's Ravens.

Justin Fields was the fourth quarterback selected in the 2021 NFL Draft, but could the Chicago Bears' hopeful savior actually end up being the best of the bunch? Jeffri Chadiha explains how disrespect fuels dominance at the game's most important position.

The 2021 NFL schedule is out! Which spotlight matchups scream must-see TV? Adam Schein ranks the top nine prime-time games, highlighted by a Championship Sunday rematch and a highly anticipated reunion.

Nick Shook is looking forward to a rematch of last year's AFC title game between the Bills and Chiefs, which ranks No. 3 on his list of the top 10 games of the 2021 NFL season. Which matchup earned the No. 1 spot? Check here to see his full rankings.

Ravens OT Alejandro Villanueva is staying in the AFC North and has switched sides of the most heated rivalry of the last two decades. Judging by his comments Wednesday, he can't wait to get started.

Should Lamar Jackson be excited by the Ravens' draft haul? Will Russell Wilson be displeased with the Seahawks' selections? Jeffri Chadiha reveals who was helped by the 2021 NFL Draft and who was hurt by it.

Just a few days after Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh guaranteed the team would exercise the fifth-year option of franchise quarterback Lamar Jackson, the club officially announced Friday it had picked up the option. 

Gregg Rosenthal eyes winners and losers from Round 1 of the 2021 NFL Draft. How much did 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan help himself? Is Justin Fields facing an uphill battle in Chicago?

With the 2021 NFL Draft coming up quick, 2018 first-rounder Lamar Jackson still hasn't had his fifth-year option picked up by the Ravens. But head coach John Harbaugh emphatically stated it will happen: "Guarantee it."

The deadline for NFL teams to option the fifth year on rookie contracts for their 2018 first-round picks is Monday, May 3, and some clubs are getting out ahead of the pack.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks says Mike Tomlin's on a Hall of Fame path, but the coming years in Pittsburgh will be fascinating. Plus, why Tom Brady has a point in his frustration over changes to jersey numbers. And much more!

Talent or team fit? It's a question NFL teams and fans debate every year. In a draft loaded with top quarterbacks, the answer could ultimately determine the fates of several teams over the next decade.

After three months of hirings and firings, cuts and signings, Gregg Rosenthal breaks down the AFC hierarchy heading into the 2021 NFL Draft. Who's poised to challenge the Chiefs? Which teams look like bottom-dwellers?

NFL teams have about two months still to decide whether they want to secure a fifth season from their 2018 first-rounders. They now know exactly what they'd be paying.

Our long national nightmare is over. Dak Prescott finally -- deservedly -- got a long-term deal from the Cowboys. Adam Schein spotlights the biggest winners from this development, in Dallas and across the NFL.

Is year four the one in which Lamar Jackson gets a lucrative new contract? That's not as easy, it seems. Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta spoke with reporters Tuesday and covered how the team aims to go about securing Jackson's services for the long haul.

The 2020 season witnessed a record number of African American quarterbacks starting for their teams. And it all happened with little fanfare, which begs the question: Is race no longer a factor in the evaluation of NFL quarterbacks? It's a question Jim Trotter asked several prominent people in and around the game.

NFL Network's Cliff Avril's Top 5 most difficult QBs to sack entering the NFL 2021 season.

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports the latest on Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's contract situation.

NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund, Willie McGinest, Mike Garafolo, and Mike Giardi discuss which QBs are under the most pressure entering the 2021 NFL season.

NFL Network's Nate Burleson breaks down why the Baltimore Ravens will be the most fun team to watch in 2021.

The "Good Morning Football" crew highlights players who will be "hungry" heading into the 2021 season.

Marcas Grant breaks down the fantasy quarterbacks he says have the best shot of being the top QB in 2021. See which surprise passer grabs the top spot in Marcas' list.

The "Good Morning Football" crew remembers the Top 10 plays from rookie QBs in the last 20 years.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses whether the Baltimore Ravens should sign QB Lamar Jackson to a Patrick Mahomes-like deal.

NFL Network's David Carr, Cynthia Frelund and Willie McGinest debate whether the Baltimore Ravens have surrounded quarterback Lamar Jackson with enough to win the AFC North in 2021.

The "NFL NOW" crew discuss the best QB matchups to look forward to in 2021.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger on the Baltimore Ravens: 'Eventually, this offense has to evolve'.

The "Good Morning Football" crew breaks down the craziest moments in NFL draft history.

The 'Good Morning Football' crew discusses how the addition of wide receiver Sammy Watkins impacts the Baltimore Ravens passing game.

NFL Network's Michael Silver offers a full retrospect of the 2021 quarterback carousel.

Relive the top moments from every team's top quarterback play from the 2020 NFL season.

The "NFL Total Access" crew discuss if Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson should get a big contract like Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes or Cowboys QB Dak Prescott.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports how Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott's deal affects QB Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens' negotiations.

NFL Network's Judy Battista and Aditi Kinkhabwala share two questions the Baltimore Ravens must answer in 2021 offseason.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger breaks down the tape to examine the performance of the Baltimore Ravens offense during the loss to the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Divisional Playoffs.

NFL Network's Mike Giardi's ideal free-agent WR pickup for the Baltimore Ravens.

Wayne Brady, Jemele Hill, Rev. Al Sharpton and Anthony Anderson discuss the opportunity and responsibility for Black quarterbacks in the NFL to speak out and affect change, especially given the social injustices that we saw in 2020. And current star quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Patrick Mahomes share what giving back and spreading awareness about racial equity means to them.

John Legend, Snoop Dogg, the Rev. Jesse Jackson and Cedric the Entertainer celebrate a generation of young Black quarterbacks, including Patrick Mahomes, Deshaun Watson, Dak Prescott, Lamar Jackson and Russell Wilson, who are dominating on the game's biggest stage.

NFL Network's James Jones and Derek Carr debate the Mt. Rushmore of active NFL QBs in 2021.

Watch the highlights of every Baltimore Ravens touchdown from the 2020 NFL season.

Baltimore Ravens Executive Vice President and General Manager Eric DeCosta on quarterback Lamar Jackson: 'My intention is to keep him in Baltimore for many, many years'.