LJ’s Trade Request

03/28/2023

By: Jeff Yoder

The Latest on Lamar Jackson After QB Goes Public With Trade Request

It’s been a month of madness for NFL free agents and offseason moves, and no storyline (sans Aaron Rodgers) has had more chaos than Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. The disgruntled and recently franchise-tagged quarterback went public with his trade demands on Monday just before Ravens head coach Jim Harbaugh was set to speak to the media at the NFL’s annual meetings. Coincidence? Jackson — a former MVP who represents himself as his own agent — was given the franchise tag earlier this month. He’s allowed to negotiate with other teams, but he’s taking it upon himself to force the Ravens’ hand.

 

“As of March 2nd, I requested a trade from the Ravens organization for which the Ravens has not been interested in meeting my value, any and everyone that’s has met me or been around me know I love the game of football and my dream is to help a team win the super bowl.” — Lamar Jackson

 

Who Should Target LJ?

The fascinating developments of the Jackson saga center around the fact that the Ravens have allowed the 31 other teams in the league to set Jackson’s value before matching any deal that comes in. Teams that could be good fits include the Commanders, Falcons, Vikings, Titans, and Colts. The Patriots and Jets don’t seem interested, while the Texans and Panthers are likely to draft quarterbacks next month.

 

Additional Storylines

CBS Sports: 11 Logical Landing Spots for Former MVP Lamar Jackson

ESPN: The Biggest Questions Following Lamar Jackson’s Trade Request

 

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