Eric DeCosta "Optimistic" About a Deal for Lamar Jackson Before March

Ravens' DeCosta 'optimistic' Lamar deal gets done

Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta expressed confidence Wednesday that the team can reach a contract extension with quarterback Lamar Jackson before March.

Eric DeCosta "optimistic" about a deal for Lamar Jackson before March

The Ravens quarterback has two seasons left on his deal, with a cap hit of $84.340 million for 2027.

Lamar Jackson Contract Extension Talks Updated By Ravens GM Ahead of 2026 NFL Season

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's five-year, $260 million contract expires after the 2027 season, but general manager Eric DeCosta expressed optimism that the team can get an extension done with the two-time NFL MVP by March during a chat with reporters on Wednesday.

Lamar Jackson has all the leverage in Ravens contract drama

The Baltimore Ravens are basically going to have to pay Lamar Jackson.

Ravens GM Drops Telling Comment on Lamar Jackson's Future in Baltimore

Lamar Jackson is coming off a disappointing 2025 season by his standards, but he remains one of the most electric quarterbacks in the NFL. In eight seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, he's earned four Pro Bowl nods, three first-team All-Pro honors, and two league MVP awards. Since 2023, he's…

Eric DeCosta 'Optimistic' on Reaching Contract Agreement With Lamar Jackson

Sep 02, 2026 at 08:01 PM General Manager Eric DeCosta met with the media on Wednesday and touched on a variety of topics, including the team’s contract negotiations with Lamar Jackson. Jackson signed a five-year contract, reportedly worth $260 million before the 2023 season, which put him under contract through 2027. However, if the Ravens and Jackson do not reach another extension, his contract’s escalation will make it more challenging to buil…