Lamar Jackson is undoubtedly one of the best players in the NFL, but going too fast can be dangerous. But his game is more than just a tool, and it also serves as a major weapon. The accused said he ran the 40m race in 4.34 seconds. Baltimore Ravens linebacker Lamar Jackson, 8, congratulates Ravens fans on their win over the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on October 18, 2020, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Key players: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports While with the Louisville Cardinals, Lamar Jackson had the honor of winning the 2016 Heisman Trophy.
As a result, the NFL took a chance there. That’s why I delayed the 2018 NFL Draft because I wanted to play cornerback. The Baltimore Ravens used the second pick in the first round to acquire Joe Flacco in a trade. Lamar Jackson made a positive impact and made the most of his limited starts this season. He thus won the NFL MVP overall for the second time in history. As a result, the Baltimore Ravens selected him with the first pick. 8th in the 2019 NFL season.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson meets with reporters following an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019. The Ravens won 24-17. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Lamar Jackson’s Net Worth
Lamar Jackson was born on January 7, 1997, to Felicia Jones and Lamar Jackson Sr. He grew up financially poor in Pompano Beach, Florida. He went to public school with current Ravens teammate Marquis Brown. He was a standout quarterback at Vinton Beach High School and also attended Louisville High School as a running back. He won the Heisman Trophy, Maxwell Award, and Walter Camp Award in college and was a consensus All-American in 2016 at the University of Louisville. In 2016, he won the Lewis Game of the Year Award for his jump at the Syracuse Games. Jackson was also named the 2017 Adidas Athlete of the Year for his sophomore season, which Lewis won. He finished his college career with 9,043 passes, 69 touchdowns, and 4,132 yards.
Jackson remains close to his family and lives with his brother and mother in Maryland. Jackson lost his father at a young age. Jackson is currently in a relationship with student Jamie Taylor since 2017. Taylor has a one-year-old daughter.
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Jackson’s net worth is estimated at $4 million. He signed a new contract when he signed with the Ravens, but the new four-year contract guaranteed him an annual salary of $2.3 million. His contract is worth $9.7 million and is expected to reach $32.7 million in 2023.
Lamar Jackson Achievements
Jackson, who signed a new contract with the Baltimore Ravens, replaced Joe Flacco in the 2018 draft and debuted with the Buffalo Bills. He set the franchise record for rushing yards in a game (117) in the first round against the Cincinnati Bengals. After his rookie season, Jackson quickly became the team’s starting quarterback. In his rookie season, Jackson became the youngest starter in the playoffs. He led the team to the AFC North title. In his first full season as a starter, Jackson finished the 2019 season ranked 36th in rushing yards. This award is unanimous.
During the 2021 season, Jackson contracted the virus during practice. But he started Week 1 and finished with 235 passing yards and a touchdown against the Raiders. He injured his ankle in Week 14 against the Cleveland Browns and missed the rest of the 2021 season. Jackson was named to the Pro Bowl in the first game of the season.
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Among his achievements:
- First rusher with a 1,000-yard season (2019, 2020).
- The first player to finish with 400 passing yards, four touchdowns, no interceptions, and 50 yards rushing (Week 5, 2021 vs. Indianapolis Colts)
- Most rushing yards by a quarterback in a season: 1,206 (2019)
- Most tries in a season: 159 (2019)
- Most 100+ regular season rushing yards by a quarterback; 5 (2019).
- Most career 75+ scoring games by a point guard with 22
- Most yards per 100 carries by a running back: 10 (tied with Michael Vick)
Lamar Jackson has yet to compete in the Super Bowl. The Ravens have not been to the Super Bowl since 2013 (Super Bowl XLVII). Jackson has not won a conference championship since joining the Ravens. The young quarterback is waiting for his first ring as an NFL player.
