Lamar Jackson likens Ravens rookie Ja’Kobi Lane to Beckham, Hopkins
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 1:47 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
During a recent practice with the Washington Commanders, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson compared rookie Ja’Kobi Lane to Odell Beckham Jr. and DeAndre Hopkins. Jackson praised Lane's size and catch ability, calling him an 'easy target.' Lane, who was drafted in the third round, has impressed in training camp and preseason, catching three passes for 38 yards and a touchdown in the opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. He is competing for a role behind established receivers Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman as training camp progresses.
- •Lamar Jackson compares Ja’Kobi Lane to Odell Beckham Jr. and DeAndre Hopkins.
- •Lane stands at 6-foot-4 and shows strong catching ability.
- •He recorded 1,363 receiving yards and 18 touchdowns at USC.
- •Lane caught all three targets for 38 yards and a touchdown in the preseason opener.
- •He is vying for playing time behind Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman.
- 1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Lamar Jackson: Ja'Kobi Lane is like Odell Beckham Jr., DeAndre Hopkins with his hands
- 5:02 PMYahoo Sports — Lamar compares Ravens rookie to Odell Beckham and DeAndre Hopkins
"Throughout training camp, reports out of Baltimore have indicated rookie receiver Ja'Kobi Lane could be a significant part of the Ravens' offense in the coming season.
"Lamar Jackson compared throwing to Ravens rookie Ja’Kobi Lane to his experience with Odell Beckham Jr. and DeAndre Hopkins
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 1:47 PMLamar Jackson: Ja'Kobi Lane is like Odell Beckham Jr., DeAndre Hopkins with his hands
Throughout training camp, reports out of Baltimore have indicated rookie receiver Ja'Kobi Lane could be a significant part of the Ravens' offense in the coming season.
- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 5:02 PMLamar compares Ravens rookie to Odell Beckham and DeAndre Hopkins
Lamar Jackson compared throwing to Ravens rookie Ja’Kobi Lane to his experience with Odell Beckham Jr. and DeAndre Hopkins
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