Arguably the biggest criticism against Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson is the belief that overreliance on his mobility inevitably leads to injuries. Both the Ravens’ 2021 and 2022 seasons spiraled into futility after late-season injuries for Jackson. However, he managed to stay healthy last season and they reached the conference finals for the first time since 2012.
One might think that putting on more muscle would increase Jackson’s durability, and it sounds plausible in theory. The past three seasons haven’t indicated as much, however. He played at his heaviest in 2021 and 2022 before dropping weight last season.