The NFL’s New Highest-Paid Player: Lamar Jackson, Agrees to a 5-year/$260 Million Deal Extension.
The Baltimore Ravens revealed that they and their franchise quarterback, Lamar Jackson, have agreed in principle on a 5-year contract extension.
Before the NFL draft on Thursday, Jackson commented in a video released by the Ravens that there had been a lot of “he said, she said” in recent months.
“A lot of nail biting, a lot of head scratching going on, but for the next five years, it’s a lot of flock going on. Let’s go baby. Let’s go. Let’s go, man. Can’t wait to get there. Can’t to be there. Can’t wait to light up M&T for the next five years, man. Let’s get it.”
Lamar Jackson
Before the news, Lamar Jackson had sent a curious tweet
Lamar Jackson‘s sharing of a SpongeBob SquarePants GIF on Tuesday night sparked speculation among NFL fans and the media yesterday.
The Baltimore Ravens uploaded the identical GIF earlier today, just before the agreement for Lamar was officially announced.
The guaranteed money has yet to be disclosed, and the deal’s stipulations are five years and $260 million.
About Lamar Jackson:
American football quarterback, Lamar Jackson competes for the National Football League’s (NFL) Baltimore Ravens. In the first phase of the 2018 NFL Draft, the Ravens selected him, and since then, he has developed into one of the league’s most entertaining and dynamic players.
Jackson is recognized for his extraordinary athleticism, speed, and agility. He has received several trophies and commendations for his achievements, including the 2019 NFL Most Valuable Player award.
