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Jackson Vows Loyalty: Purple and Black Forever!
28 May
Summary
- Lamar Jackson affirmed his commitment to the Ravens, stating love for the team.
- The Ravens hired Jesse Minter as head coach and Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator.
- Jackson's contract was restructured, lowering his 2026 cap hit.
Lamar Jackson has publicly affirmed his unwavering loyalty to the Baltimore Ravens, stating his affection for the organization, city, and team that drafted him. He declared his preferred colors are irrevocably purple and black. Jackson spoke after his second offseason practice on Wednesday, where he expressed his enthusiasm for the new coaching staff.
Jesse Minter has been appointed as the Ravens' fourth head coach, bringing in the young Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator. Both Minter and Doyle have had numerous discussions with Jackson about the upcoming season's offense. Jackson described the new atmosphere as "a breath of fresh air," valuing his input into the offensive plays.
The team restructured Jackson's five-year, $260 million contract signed in 2022. This adjustment included adding a voided year, which successfully lowered his 2026 cap hit to $34.39 million. Despite the lack of a formal contract extension, Minter praised Jackson's commitment and performance during recent practices.
