Lamar Jackson Compares Rookie Ja'Kobi Lane to 2 NFL WRs
The Baltimore Ravens selected wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane with their No. 80 overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Baltimore Ravens' rookie wide receiver Ja Kobi Lane has drawn comparisons from quarterback Lamar Jackson to NFL stars Odell Beckham Jr. and DeAndre Hopkins. Lane, a 6-foot-4, 205 lbs prospect, showcased his skills during his time at USC, catching 49 passes for 745 yards and scoring four touchdowns as a senior. He had a strong junior season as well, with 43 receptions for 525 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Lane, along with Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman, will lead the Ravens' wide receiver corps. With his impressive performance during training camp and preseason, Lane is expected to start as the team's third wide receiver option. The Ravens are set to kick off their 2026 regular season against the Indianapolis Colts on September 13.
Written by urgent.news from Newsweek's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
