Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson showed up a week early for Ravens training camp, ending speculation that he might hold out because of his contract situation.
Jackson said he won’t let the potential new deal become a distraction and he lived up to his word.
It’s a good sign for the Ravens, who are looking to put last year’s injury-plagued, disappointing (8-9) season behind them.
Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti probably wasn’t surprised by Jackson’s early arrival because he knows his commitment to the team regardless of the contract negotiations.
“The kid is so obsessed with winning a Super Bowl, that I think deep down he doesn’t think he’s worthy,” Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti said.