Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson Eyes Super Bowl Glory
Baltimore, MD – In under seven years as the starting quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens, Lamar Jackson has already achieved significant milestones that many players never reach in their entire careers. With two MVP awards to his name, record-breaking rushing yardage as a quarterback, and six playoff appearances, one major accomplishment still evades him: a trip to the Super Bowl.
Drafted back in April 2018, Jackson promised to deliver a Super Bowl victory for the Ravens. Although that dream remains unrealized, the 28-year-old feels optimistic that this year could be the year. During a recent interview on “Cold as Balls” with comedian Kevin Hart, Jackson expressed his belief in the team’s chances of returning to the Super Bowl for the first time since 2012, stating, “We’re extremely close.”
Oddsmakers seem to share Jackson’s sentiment, placing Baltimore at the top alongside Buffalo with the best odds to win Super Bowl LX, both at +700. The current top five teams, according to FanDuel Sportsbook, are:
- T-1. Ravens (+700)
- T-1. Bills (+700)
- 3. Eagles (+750)
- 4. Chiefs (+800)
- 5. Lions (+1000)
The Ravens reached the AFC Championship game in 2023 but lost to the Chiefs, marking their closest approach to the Super Bowl during Jackson’s tenure. The quarterback’s growing confidence stems from his perception that the game is becoming easier for him. “As I’ve been getting older in the league, my mindset has been different and the game has gotten a lot easier for me,” Jackson explained to Hart.
Last season, Jackson had the best year of his career, throwing for over 4,000 yards and a career-high of 41 touchdown passes. While he has always been an exceptional runner, his improved passing abilities make him even more formidable, fueling his belief that the Ravens are on the brink of greatness. This season, the Ravens have added DeAndre Hopkins, a boost Jackson seems genuinely excited about.
However, one aspect that has yet to pick up for Jackson is his playoff performance. With turnovers impacting his team’s record of 3-5 in the playoffs, finding a solution could be key to turning Baltimore into a dynasty. Jackson acknowledges that he still has work to do, particularly in becoming a more vocal leader, an area he admits he has shied away from in the past.
Realizing the importance of communication, Jackson stated, “I’m really not outspoken, being vocal with my guys… I just pretty much lead by example.” As he settles into a new leadership role and the game continues to slow down for him, it’s clear why he feels the Ravens are ‘extremely close’ to reaching the Super Bowl.
