The number one thing Ravens fans want to see during the preseason is obviously Lamar Jackson. This was Jackson’s third preseason game, how did it go?
Lamar Jackson showed flashes of brilliance but he showed once again he wasn’t ready to be the guy. Jackson went 7-15 for 49 yards passing and a touchdown. Jackson also rushed for 26 yards. His touchdown in the red zone was everything that got him to be a first round pick. He rolled out and made a dime on the move. It was his best decision-making of the night and it resulted in six points.
Overall it was a frustrating performance with some redeeming moments. Now it’s time to get to the grade book.
Jackson has some work to do. The amount of polishing he needs as a quarterback in the NFL basically puts the “Quarterback controversy” to bed. Joe Flacco looks sharp and ready to roll. The Ravens 2018 starter under center was never really an area of doubt. Jackson has had a few really beautiful plays in each of his preseason showings. That is huge. That means there is greatness in Jackson to build up. He was drafted to be the future.
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