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Shannon Sharpe Backs Lamar Jackson for NFL MVP

1/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Shannon Sharpe passionately defends Lamar Jackson as the rightful NFL MVP, overshadowing Joe Burrow. With playoff spots on the line as Week 18 looms, Ravens coach John Harbaugh reassures fans that Pro Bowl receiver Zay Flowers is not facing a season-ending injury, but remains day-to-day for the crucial wild-card clash against the Steelers. Key players are also on the mend, adding to the suspense.

History

Historical Context

Black Monday in the NFL, marked by team shake-ups, has roots in the 1998 term for mass coaching firings. This ritual mirrors historical upheavals, like the 1987 stock market crash, where "Black Monday" signified drastic changes. Coaches like Doug Pederson and Jerod Mayo now face similar fates as franchises seek fresh starts.

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Story summary

Shannon Sharpe passionately defends Lamar Jackson as the rightful NFL MVP, overshadowing Joe Burrow. With playoff spots on the line as Week 18 looms, Ravens coach John Harbaugh reassures fans that Pro Bowl receiver Zay Flowers is not facing a season-ending injury, but remains day-to-day for the crucial wild-card clash against the Steelers. Key players are also on the mend, adding to the suspense.

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