Ravens QB Lamar Jackson Addresses Contract Situation After 2025 Season
Contract Restructure Shifts Financial Landscape
In March, the Ravens restructured Jackson's contract, reducing his 2026 cap number by nearly $40 million. However, this move increased his 2027 cap hit to nearly $85 million, sparking renewed discussions about a potential extension. No agreement has been reached.
Jackson's Key Statements
Jackson spoke publicly for the first time since the season's end, offering measured responses on his future.
"We'll go from there."
When asked about communication with the team, he was firm:
"I will keep those conversations private."
He explicitly distanced himself from his 2022 demand for a fully guaranteed contract, saying:
"What year was that? 2022? That conversation is in 2022. This is 2026. We [are] going to leave that conversation in 2022. We're going to leave it in 2022."
Jackson reaffirmed his commitment to the Ravens, stating he "absolutely" still envisions himself staying with the team.
Background
Despite the restructure, Jackson's current deal remains in place, leaving questions about his long-term future with the organization unanswered.