Some NFL fans believe Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh may have gone overboard with his recent comments about quarterback Lamar Jackson.
Harbaugh spoke to reporters on Sunday following the Ravens’ first day of training camp at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Maryland. The 61-year-old coach took the opportunity to passionately defend Jackson against his critics and shared his ambitious vision for the quarterback’s future.
“The vision that we have together is that Lamar Jackson is going to become and be known and be recognized as the greatest quarterback ever to play in the history of the National Football League,” Harbaugh declared. “It’s going to happen by Lamar, his work ethic and his brilliant talent, by all of us pouring into that effort together as a team and by the grace of God and God’s goodwill.”
While it’s not unusual for a coach to praise his quarterback or any player on his roster, several fans on social media platform X felt Harbaugh’s vision was excessively grand for a quarterback who currently has a 2-4 record in the playoffs.
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Jackson’s accolades are noteworthy; he has two MVP trophies in his collection, showcasing his exceptional talent and contribution to the team.
However, critics argue that being considered one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time typically requires a Super Bowl appearance or victory, a milestone Jackson has yet to achieve.
Despite the mixed reactions from fans, Harbaugh’s comments underscore his unwavering confidence in Jackson’s potential.
The coach’s bold statement sets high expectations for the quarterback and the team as they prepare for the upcoming season. Whether Jackson will meet these lofty expectations remains to be seen, but Harbaugh’s faith in his star player is clear and resolute.