Not only is Lamar Jackson one of the NFL’s most electric quarterbacks, but he also earns one of the highest salaries. Jackson became the highest-paid athlete in league history in 2023 after he negotiated a five-year, $260 million contract with the Ravens . Among the many incentives, bonuses, and guarantees included in the contract was a $750,000 award for participating in at least 80% of the team’s optional offseason training sessions.
But the two-time MVP has not attended enough OTAs to be eligible for the incentive, once more failing to meet the 80% attendance standard. Even while head coach John Harbaugh has dismissed worries, with rumors of a second extension in Baltimore becoming stronger, Jackson is making calculated decisions on and off the field. Or more like miscalculat