Ravens' Jesse Minter Gives Honest Assessment of Lamar Jackson at Practice
Ravens first-year head coach Jesse Minter spoke about Lamar Jackson adjusting to new plays at practice ahead of the NFL season.
Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens have welcomed new head coach Jesse Minter, who replaced longtime coach John Harbaugh. Minter expressed his positive assessment of Jackson during an interview on Sirius XM. Minter described Jackson as "fun to watch and fun to be around" and praised his ability to adapt to new offensive schemes.
He noted that Jackson "has done everything" with the team's offense, embracing various play styles. Minter highlighted Jackson's exceptional talent, emphasizing his ability to make specific plays and function independently without relying solely on pre-designed plays. He expressed strong confidence in Jackson, stating, "There's nobody we'd rather have than Lamar."
Jackson had a solid season last year, throwing for 2,459 yards and 21 touchdowns, while also contributing on the ground. With Derrick Henry added to the roster, the burden of rushing plays has been alleviated for Jackson, providing the Ravens with a significant advantage over other teams. Jackson's mobility allows him to either run or fake runs on plays, giving the Ravens a strategic edge.
The team's preseason opener is scheduled for August 15 against the Philadelphia Eagles, with their regular-season game kicking off on September 13 against the Indianapolis Colts.
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