Lamar Jackson's contract dispute with the Ravens continues to grow. With more news breaking daily on the matter, the situation may soon reach a boiling point. Obviously, the biggest disagreement between the two is money. Jackson sees his worth as far more than what the Ravens have allegedly offered. While both sides continue to figure out a resolution, more reports are coming out on Jackson's potential compensation.
According to Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano of ESPN, "The issue so far in contract talks, I am told, is that Jackson is insisting on getting more fully guaranteed money than the $230 million Deshaun Watson got in his deal with the Browns. After my conversations in Phoenix, I no longer believe Jackson was insisting that his deal be fully guaranteed — just that the guaranteed portion of it be larger than Watson’s."
Lamar Jackson Making Contract Demands Known
Jackson asking for a guarantee that is larger than Deshaun Watson's makes sense. The Cleveland Browns offered Watson the largest guaranteed contract in NFL history. However, the contract came at a bizarre time, with Watson missing two straight seasons. Watson also hasn't achieved nearly the accolades that Jackson has earned in his career. The Browns deal with Watson could be the reason Jackson isn't under center in Baltimore. The Watson deal also has set the bar for every future QB deal. However, the deal has yet to show a positive for the Browns. Watson looked rather rusty last season after his suspension.
The contract situation between the two parties is evolving by the hour. While the Ravens hope to work things out. Jackson is looking for the respect he believes he deserves. With an entire summer left before the regular season, this story could be a long one. Where do you stand on the Jackson contract saga? Has Lamar earned what he is asking for? Are the Ravens making a mistake by letting this drag on? Feel free to let us know your thoughts on the situation in the comment section below. For more stories on the Jackson-Ravens saga and the latest on sports, stay here at HNHH.
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