Lamar Jackson became the “coordinator” of the Ravens’ new offense

The highest paid player in NFL history will have more freedom to change plays and/or modify plays at the line of scrimmage

Owings Mills – Inc Baltimore Crows It changed the way they carried out their attack against Miami Dolphin In the second week of last season, in order to better read the pressure pack they faced.

the crows They did away with pre-play pooling, and allowed the quarterback Lamar Jackson Send calls into the line of scrimmage.

Jackson He rushed for 119 yards and a touchdown, and threw for 318 yards with three more touchdowns in the 42-38 loss dolphins, but this was not a lasting impression. Quarterback coach from Ravens, T MartinRemember that Jackson Feeling very comfortable gaining this increased freedom.

“I saw the look on his face when he walked off the field,” he said. Martin. “You’re in a good place.”

Jackson You will have a chance to return to that ‘good place’ under the new offensive coordinator, Todd Monkin.

In four seasons with the offensive coordinator Greg RomanAnd Baltimore Hold a meeting before the play, and carry out the order that was given in the first place. a little MonkinAnd Jackson He can slide protection to the side if he sees a defender charging, or change the receiver’s trajectory if the cornerback is lining up a certain way.

“the coach [Monken] “It basically gives us the keys to the offense,” he said. Jackson. “I love him”.

In his four full seasons as a starting quarterback, Jackson He totaled 32 snaps without collecting, which ranked him 32nd in the NFL over that span. He succeeded, completing 70.5 percent of his passes (55 of 78 attempts) when there was no huddle.

“We’ve been in this world before, but not to this degree,” said the Los Angeles coach. crowsAnd John Harbaugh. “For me, crime starts more in this world than it used to be, and I’m excited about it, [y] I know Lamar is excited about it.

“I think you saw [el martes] That connection is probably better than what you saw in the previous week, so we need to continue to build on that.”

Jackson You’ve got a lot on your wish list this season. He was awarded a contract for five seasons and $252 million. opinion Baltimore Wide receiver sign Odell Beckham Jr. After what Jackson I’d like to ask the team. He believes the new offense will allow him to run less and shoot more.

now, Jackson He has more control over crime.

There are times when the coach ismonkHe says, I’m the coordinator. I invite plays. you like it [la jugada]? keep it up Martin. “When you change the play, you become the coordinator. And we want it to work.”

“He does a good job of making us play right and working on offense.”

the crows Try to return it Jackson And the crime is on the right track. in campaign most valuable player affiliate nfl 2019 JacksonAnd Baltimore He ranked first in points (33.19) and second in total yards (407.6). Last season , crows She was 12th in points (23.7) and 14th in yards gain (350.2), ahead of Jackson Misses the last five matches due to a knee injury.

Martinwho was the team’s wide receivers coach before switching to quarterbacks coach this year, described the system Monkin as a quarterback. But he noted that the responsibility of changing plays comes with some extra work in the video room and on the practice field. Coaches want to know the thought process that goes into making a decision about a sound.

“We’re not going to fool the defense all the time,” he said. Martin“But we want to be right most of the time, and put ourselves in big plays and big positions to move the ball down.”

for this job, Jackson You will need to be more forthcoming. Instead of a pre-game huddle, he needs to connect more with everyone—from his wide receivers to his offensive linemen—something that didn’t always come naturally to him.

“At the end of the day, guys just want to see that you’re who you are, and that you’re honest and honest with them, too,” he said. Jackson. “And I’ll just say, I’m going to be a more vocal leader, because Coach [Harbaugh] He said, “You have to start talking more.” I’m just trying to lead by example, but I need to be a more outspoken leader.”