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ContractWeek 1Update: read the earlier report this one follows

Lamar Jackson and the Ravens have yet to engage in substantive discussions about a long-term contract extension.

Player: Lamar Jackson
Team: Ravens
Status: no substantive, significant discussions about long-term contract extension

Lamar JacksonQB, BAL Baltimore Ravens

Earlier reports on this story

ContractWeek 1
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson will not receive a contract extension before the season opener, with any deal likely on hold until 2027.
Player
Lamar Jackson
Team
Ravens
Status
No last-minute extension before opener
Timeline
Likely until 2027
Comparison
Unlike Dak Prescott who got extension on Cowboys opening day two years ago
Dak PrescottQB, DAL Lamar JacksonQB, BAL Baltimore Ravens Dallas Cowboys
Original report: @AdamSchefter on X (opens in a new tab), Sep 12, 2026, 7:21 PM EDT
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