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The Athletic Football Show on Lamar Jackson

PodcastWeek 1 Hangover: Impressive 2026 debuts for the Ravens, Jets and Raiders
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Lamar looked like an MVP caliber player again... he had the league right here. He like in the palm of his hand, everything was so in control. He was seeing things so cleanly.
Mentioned at 9:30 – 12:18

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Lamar Jackson looked like an MVP-caliber player with elite pocket control

Lamar Jackson looked like an MVP-caliber player, displaying superior control, command, and spatial awareness compared to his early 2024 season. He demonstrated elite pocket presence, including a notable 16-yard scramble on 3rd-and-16 where he manipulated defenders, and showed 'matrix-like' ability to escape pressure and deliver accurate throws.

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