Lamar Jackson avoids contract questions during training camp press conference

Lamar Jackson, the quarterback for the Ravens, maintained his practice of not discussing contract negotiations during a press conference at the start of training camp. When asked for an update, he stated he would keep matters private between himself and the general manager. Jackson's current contract, signed in 2023, made him the highest-paid quarterback with an annual average of $52.5 million, which has since fallen behind newer contracts. Despite indications that the Ravens want to finalize a new deal, negotiations have been slow and without public updates from either side. Jackson is in a stronger position for future negotiations, as the franchise tag is not an option following the expiration of his current deal.

• 1:23 PMYahoo Sports — Lamar Jackson, as before, declines to talk about his contract