Lamar Jackson Backs Declan Doyle's New Scheme as $34.4 Million Ravens Deal Fuels Extension Talk
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Updated · BaltimoreRavens.com · May 27
Lamar Jackson Backs Declan Doyle's New Scheme as $34.4 Million Ravens Deal Fuels Extension Talk
9 articles · Updated · BaltimoreRavens.com · May 27
Declan Doyle has quickly won over Lamar Jackson, who said Baltimore's new offensive system is "smooth," fun to run and already making his job easier during OTAs.
Jackson said the first-time play-caller wants him heavily involved in game-planning, a partnership the two-time MVP believes will help him anticipate why certain plays are called.
Jesse Minter said Wednesday's practice gave Jackson valuable live-speed reps in the scheme, while the offense continues to build chemistry under the new staff.
Jackson also said he "absolutely" wants to stay in Baltimore long term after the Ravens reworked his contract to a $34.4 million 2026 cap hit; without an extension, he could reach free agency in 2028.
Looking back at 2025, Jackson said his hamstring trouble began in Week 3 against Detroit before worsening in Week 4 against Kansas City, calling the injury-hit season a one-off.
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