{
  "id": 4094141,
  "title": "ESPN Analyst: Lamar Jackson, Ravens Could Be Heading for Divorce",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/espn-analyst-lamar-jackson-ravens-could-be-heading-for-divorce",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-29T03:01:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/espn-analyst-lamar-jackson-ravens-could-be-heading-for-divorce-12383037"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "ESPN analyst Donte Whitner expressed concern that Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson may seek a new team if the franchise fails to reach the playoffs or he suffers injuries this season. Whitner made the remark during an appearance on ESPN's First Take. The Ravens recently parted ways with head coach John Harbaugh, who took a position with the New York Giants, and replaced him with Jesse Minter. Offensive coordinator Todd Monken moved to coach the Cleveland Browns, with Declan Doyle now in charge of the Ravens' offense. Wide receiver Zay Flowers recently signed a lucrative four-year, $140 million contract extension with $108 million guaranteed. Should the Ravens miss the playoffs or Jackson face significant injuries, Whitner suggested that Jackson might explore other options in the league.",
  "summary": "Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson could look for an exit if he has another rough season like he did in 2025.",
  "key_points": [
    "ESPN analyst Donte Whitner worries about Lamar Jackson's future with Ravens.",
    "Ravens parted ways with head coach John Harbaugh for New York Giants.",
    "Offensive coordinator Todd Monken joins Cleveland Browns."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Lamar Jackson may explore other options if the Ravens miss the playoffs or he suffers significant injuries, potentially setting up a departure from Baltimore.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}