Former All-Pro makes surprising claim about Baltimore Ravens’ Lamar Jackson

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has already established himself as one of the top stars in the NFL, but former Carolina Panthers All-Pro linebacker Luke Kuechly thinks he’s only scratched the surface.

During a recent appearance on the Up & Adams show, Kuechly said he thinks Jackson is just entering the prime of his career, despite being in his seventh NFL season.

“He’s starting to get into the prime of his career,” Kuechly said. “And they obviously brought Derrick Henry and I think (Todd) Monken has done a great job. … But I mean, all Lamar’s ever done is win games, score points and get to the playoffs. I mean, I think, five of his seven years in the NFL the Ravens have gone to the playoffs I just think they’re big, they know what they are.

Jackson’s resume speaks for itself. He has already won two NFL MVPs, been named to three Pro Bowls, earned two All-Pro nods and ranks second all-time in rushing yards behind a quarterback (5,661). If his peak is yet to come, as Kuechly says, the rest of the league is in for a world of trouble.

So far this season, Jackson has continued his stellar play as the Ravens have found their footing as a team. After an 0-2 start, Baltimore has reeled off four straight wins heading into its Week 7 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Through the first six games, Jackson has completed 118 of 176 passing for 1,529 yards, 10 touchdowns and just two interceptions. He continued to display his dual-threat ability by adding 64 rush attempts for 403 yards and two scores.

Jackson and the Ravens kick off against the Bucs at Raymond James Stadium on Monday Night Football at 8:15 PM ET.

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