It's time to begin the next phase of Lamar Jackson's evolution.
That doesn't mean the Ravens should immediately name Jackson their starter. Not yet. The Joe Flacco-led offense is performing reasonably well, especially by Ravens standards, and Jackson demonstrated throughout the offseason that he needs extra time to work on his fundamentals.
Plus, one look at the other rookie starters around the NFL proves that tossing a youngster into the lineup is no cure-all.
But the Ravens offense is lukewarm oatmeal on even its best days: dull, predictable and getting a little soggier every week.