The Baltimore Ravens have seen their situation with quarterback Lamar Jackson drag out far beyond what many have anticipated. The two sides haven’t been able to agree on a long-term extension, leading to questions about the quarterback’s future.
When listing out hypothetical trade scenarios that could shake up the NFL, Alex Kay of Bleacher Report named a deal that would send Jackson to the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for a bevy of assets. Kay has Jackson going to Indianapolis for the No. 4 overall pick, the No. 35 overall pick, a 2024 first-round pick, and a 2024 second round pick.
“Given his status as a non-exclusive franchise-tagged player, the Colts could technically acquire Jackson for only two first-rounders if they tender him a contract that the Ravens won’t match. However, Baltimore could threaten to meet that number. The Colts would be better served coming up with a package that would guarantee Jackson winds up in Indy…A pair of first-rounders and some extra value, such as the No. 35 overall pick and a second-rounder next year, could do the trick here.”
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