There’s increasing pressure on Lamar Jackson to do well in the playoffs after he was eliminated in the AFC Championship game of last year. Furthermore, the two-time MVP has come under fire from Broncos legend Mark Schlereth, who claimed that Jackson’s supporters allow him too much latitude.
Schlereth is annoyed that they are using factors like the absence of talented receivers on the team to justify the quarterback. Jackson, though, has discovered an ally who understands his unhappiness with unfair judgment in the midst of the criticism.
LeSean McCoy, a former running back who is now a commentator, recently vented on “Speak” about how unfairly Lamar is treated for his postseason inadequacies. Even though Jackson won the Heisman Trophy, Shady noted that many still saw him as just an athletic quarterback who ought to move to wide receiver or running back.
He maintained that other quarterbacks who were first overall picks or Heisman winners, such as Baker Mayfield, Joe Burrow, and others, received more forgiveness and explanations from the public for their shortcomings.
Lamar Jackson and his support
Lamar, on the other hand, has a bad reputation despite his constant efforts. While Jackson might still do better in the playoffs, McCoy noted that despite being named MVP, even his own team forced him to battle for a second contract.
McCoy also emphasized that Peyton Manning had never been subjected to such harsh criticism for his inadequacies during the postseason.
He was given time to improve and people continued to believe in him. McCoy contends that Lamar ought to receive the same treatment because he is only 28 years old and has plenty of time to get better.
“They don’t keep the same type of attitude with Lamar like they do with other quarterbacks.”@CutOnDime25 believes Lamar Jackson is unfairly criticized pic.twitter.com/l0uI73IEkL
— Speak (@SpeakOnFS1) July 4, 2024
With his best-ever stat line from the previous season, Jackson won his second league MVP award. In addition to 29 total touchdowns, he contributed 4499 total yards.
Under his leadership, the Ravens advanced to their first AFC Championship game but were defeated by the Chiefs, the ultimate champions. Nevertheless, Jackson has always ignored the criticism and kept his head up, eager for the next game.
