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Ravens Face Dilemma: Keep Jackson or Trade to Raiders?

1/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens must address Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's $74.5 million cap hit for 2026, a two-time MVP.
Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti wants a contract extension by March to keep Jackson.
Speculation exists that a trade to Las Vegas Raiders could occur due to concerns about his relationship with Ravens and injury history.
Insiders are divided; some say a Raiders trade would help, others say it would hinder their rebuild.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's labor disputes culminated in a significant 2011 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) after intense negotiations beginning in 2010. The agreement established a salary cap of $120 million per team and improved player benefits, including increased pensions and safety measures. This CBA, lasting ten years, reshaped player contracts and team strategies, influencing the league's financial landscape and player mobility.

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Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens must address Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's $74.5 million cap hit for 2026, a two-time MVP.
Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti wants a contract extension by March to keep Jackson.
Speculation exists that a trade to Las Vegas Raiders could occur due to concerns about his relationship with Ravens and injury history.
Insiders are divided; some say a Raiders trade would help, others say it would hinder their rebuild.

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