NFL Insider Reveals Why Lamar Jackson Remains Unsigned

While the Baltimore Ravens continue to be the kings of the preseason, there are more pressing matters that they must address.

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First, it is uncertain if some of their starters will be back to full strength in time for their season opener against the New York Jets on September 11.

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Some of their players who are still on the mend are J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards, Marcus Peters, Ronnie Stanley, and Tyus Bowser.

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But the more pressing matter is getting quarterback Lamar Jackson signed to a contract extension.

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For now, he only has one year left with his deal with the Ravens, his fifth-year option worth $23 million.

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It’s not that the Ravens aren’t trying to lock him for the long-term before the season starts. However, they are at a stalemate because they can’t agree on one condition.

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Bleacher Report tweeted, “Lamar Jackson has been offered more money than Kyler Murray, per @JayGlazer. Both sides can’t agree on an extension because Jackson would like his contract fully guaranteed.”

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