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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 06: Leonard Ellerbe, CEO of Mayweather Promotions, speaks to the media prior to WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis’ workout at Barry’s Boxing Gym on April 06, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Davis is scheduled to fight Ryan Garcia in a catchweight bout on April 22, 2023 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images)

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 06: Leonard Ellerbe, CEO of Mayweather Promotions, speaks to the media prior to WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis’ workout at Barry’s Boxing Gym on April 06, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Davis is scheduled to fight Ryan Garcia in a catchweight bout on April 22, 2023 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images)
On a chilly Saturday night, the Baltimore Ravens made history at their home ground, clinching a 34-10 victory over the Houston Texans. This wasn’t just any game; it was January 18th, a night where Lamar Jackson redefined quarterback play. It sparked a unique social media stir, drawing reactions from Showtime’s Stephen Espinoza and Mayweather Promotions CEO Leonard Ellerbe.
Jackson’s feat, a blend of rushing and passing prowess, isn’t typical quarterback behavior. This unusual accomplishment caught the eyes of prominent figures, leading to an intriguing Twitter exchange. While Jackson’s agility and skill dominated the field, it’s the off-field commentary that’s turning heads now.
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Leonard Ellerbe and Espinoza poke fun at Monse Bolaños
Lamar Jackson’s remarkable performance in the Baltimore Ravens’ decisive victory over the Houston Texans has been the talk of the NFL world. His achievement was unprecedented: two passing touchdowns, two rushing touchdowns, over 100 rushing yards, and a passer rating surpassing 100.
This extraordinary feat was first brought to light on Twitter by Ryan Mink, the editorial director of Ravens, who highlighted Jackson’s historic accomplishment. Mink’s tweet read: “Lamar Jackson is the first player in NFL HISTORY (regular season or postseason) to have in one game: 2 passing touchdowns, 2 rushing touchdowns, 100 rushing yards, 100 passer rating.”
This remarkable statistic swiftly caught the attention of Stephen Espinoza, Showtime’s head honcho. With a hint of irony, he commented on Jackson’s versatile skills, tweeting: “If only he were more quarterbacky.” This sarcastic remark playfully poked at the traditional quarterback image, contrasting sharply with Jackson’s dynamic play style.
If only he were more quarterbacky https://t.co/HYUESAT0PU
— Stephen Espinoza (@StephenEspinoza) January 21, 2024
Not long ago, Lamar Jackson was called “not quarterbacky enough” by Fox Sports Radio co-host Monse Bolaños. She made this statement in a segment discussing MVP candidates, where she argued that Jackson couldn’t possibly be the league’s best player because he wasn’t “quarterbacky” enough. However, many have criticized Bolaños for her comments, which they believe are rooted in racist tropes about Black quarterbacks and their ability to set up winning attacks.
Thus, the response from Espinoza came as a humorous taunt at Bolaños. As a result of this, Leonard Ellerbe, CEO of Mayweather Promotions, couldn’t help but react to Espinoza’s witty observation. His response was simple yet revealing, as he tweeted: “Boss man.” This laughter-filled reaction showed a mix of amusement and acknowledgment of the unorthodox nature of Jackson’s performance.
Boss man 😂😂 https://t.co/kL6g2oGPWZ
— Leonard Ellerbe (@LEllerbe) January 21, 2024
Lamar Jackson’s extraordinary performance and the subsequent social media reactions encapsulate more than just a game’s outcome. They symbolize a shift in the perception of the quarterback’s role in the NFL. While Jackson’s athletic prowess rewrote records, the playful banter between Espinoza and Ellerbe on Twitter highlights the evolving narrative surrounding quarterbacks.
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Are we witnessing the emergence of a new archetype for quarterbacks in the NFL? What do you think? Is Lamar Jackson setting a new standard for quarterbacks to follow? What are your thoughts on his performance in the Texans game?
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