Lamar Jackson has been known to express his thoughts regarding mental health and its importance, through his social media. Recently, in a heartfelt video announcement, Jackson emphasized the importance of mental health. Also, Lamar recently shared his own mental health struggles accompanied by a message about mental health awareness. And, the contract negotiations with his team, added an unexpected twist to his recent project.

According to a recent report by ESPN, Jalen Hurts’ new contract situation and argument that the Watson deal is an outlier and not a valid negotiation point, Lamar’s chances of getting the deal he wants may be in jeopardy. On the other hand, reports suggest that the Ravens have only offered Lamar a contract with $133 million guaranteed.

Lamar Jackson gives a strong message

‘Roll With the Punches Foundation, Inc.’ announced on Instagram that they are hosting an event called ‘It’s Okay Knot To Be Okay’ on May 13, 2023, at The Anthem in Washington DC. The event is to support mental health awareness, and NFL quarterback Lamar Jackson is their event partner.

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Lamar himself announced the event in a short video, saying that it’s for a good cause. The event is a black-tie and sneaker gala where guests can wear formal clothes and sneakers.

Lamar Jackson’s recent project has a strange resemblance to his current state of mind on the field. This is strange. If fans remember, Lamar posted a picture on March 23 of a sad Ben Affleck smoking meme with his No 8 jersey photoshopped on it. Lamar used the exact caption, “It’s Ok not to be Ok” around his scenario.

“This is Everyday But “It’s Ok not to be ok” Mental health awareness,” Lamar captioned. At the time, Lamar Jackson was negotiating a new contract with either the Ravens or another team, which is still in dilemma.

The highest-paid NFL player leaves Lamar Jackson in the dust

According to an ESPN report, Jalen’s recent deal situation could impact Lamar Jackson’s negotiations with the Ravens. The Ravens are getting a good deal, but it’s not so favorable for Lamar. He’s been looking for guaranteed money exceeding Deshaun Watson’s $230 million, but the highest guaranteed money so far is $110 million for Jalen Hurts. The Ravens’ argument that the Watson deal is an outlier and shouldn’t be used as a negotiation point seems to be winning so far.

The Eagles signed Jalen Hurts on a massive contract worth $255 million, with $179.3 million of that being guaranteed, a new record for the highest-paid player in NFL history. In contrast, some reports mentioned that the Ravens only offered Lamar Jackson a contract with $133 million guaranteed, giving him leverage to ask for more money in negotiations.

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