Summary
The Baltimore Ravens are considering drafting a new quarterback as a potential replacement for Lamar Jackson by 2027, due to his rising salary and playoff performance. Analysts suggest the Ravens may use their draft picks to secure a developmental quarterback next year. This consideration arises as Jackson's salary cap hit will significantly increase next season.
Key Facts
- The Baltimore Ravens did not trade two first-round picks for Maxx Crosby, keeping their draft capital.
- ESPN's Mel Kiper speculates Lamar Jackson's time in Baltimore might end by 2026 without improvements under new leadership.
- Colin Cowherd discusses the large salary cap hit for Lamar Jackson, set to increase from $34 million to $84 million.
- Cowherd notes that high cap hits have limited playoff success, calling it a "Super Bowl eliminator."
- Lamar Jackson has won the NFL MVP award twice but has a 3-5 record in postseason games.
- The Ravens have 11 draft picks they could use to draft a new quarterback.
- Currently, the Ravens have Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley as quarterbacks on their roster.
- Drafting a new quarterback could offer competition for a backup role and prepare for a possible future starting position.
