The Baltimore Ravens have rejected any notion of trading quarterback Lamar Jackson, choosing instead to prioritize negotiating a contract extension to ease his upcoming salary cap impact. Reports confirm that the team sees Jackson as an essential figure for their future plans and intends to finalize an agreement before the March free agency period.
Ravens Commit to Lamar Jackson’s Future with the Team
According to Mike Garafolo of NFL Media, despite rumors circulating around the league, the Ravens will not entertain trade offers for Lamar Jackson. The franchise values Jackson highly, viewing him as the foundation upon which the team is constructed. His involvement in recent coaching decisions underscores his importance to the organization’s direction.
Owner Steve Bisciotti emphasized the urgency of reaching an extension agreement ahead of free agency, stating,
“The urgency of that matters to me because we’ve got free agents and I don’t want to go into free agency with that hanging over our head.”
He added,
“I made that clear to Lamar and I think he was very appreciative of my stance and hopefully willing to work with Eric and not get this thing dragged out into April.”
Details of Lamar Jackson’s Contract Status
Jackson, 28, who was selected by the Ravens in the first round of the 2018 draft, completed the fourth year of his initial four-year contract, which included nearly $6 million in signing bonuses. In 2022, Baltimore exercised his fifth-year option, guaranteeing $23 million for that season.
When his contract was set to expire in 2023, the team placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on him, securing his services at $32.3 million, fully guaranteed. Subsequently, Jackson signed a five-year contract extension valued at $260 million, with base salaries rising to $20.25 million, then $51.25 million annually for the final two years.
Lamar Jackson’s Performance and Role with the Team
In the 2025 season, Jackson appeared in 13 games, completing 63.6 percent of his passes for 2,549 yards, 21 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. His rushing ability remained a vital part of his game, as he carried the ball 67 times for 349 yards and scored twice on the ground. These contributions have reinforced his status as a cornerstone of the franchise.
Implications of the Contract Extension Focus
Finalizing the Lamar Jackson contract extension will provide stability for the Ravens heading into the upcoming free agency period, allowing them to address other roster needs without uncertainty surrounding their star quarterback. With Jackson’s influence already evident in both gameplay and organizational decisions, completing this deal will confirm the team’s commitment to building around him in the years ahead.
The Insiders on @NFLGameDay with @TomPelissero, @MikeGarafolo, and @JudyBattista: Aaron Rodgers seriously considering returning to the #Steelers; Lamar Jackson and #Ravens set to work out an extension; #Rams QB Matthew Stafford could get a raise; HOF eyes major voting changes. pic.twitter.com/VHhcGwV8m4
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 8, 2026
