Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson's career growth is fueled by self-criticism | FNIA | NFL on NBC

Maria Taylor sits down with Lamar Jackson to dive into his turbulent journey as a QB, from high school highlights, to competition at Louisville, to adversity entering the NFL, to being named the 2019 MVP and more. #NBCSports #NFL #SNF #FNIA
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[@bmoretazz]

She showed him a play from high-school and ask him about it. The first thing he brings up is his teammate making a good play in the background...like if you hate him its something inside yourself you hate

[@NFL_Prod]

love lamar

[@foleylione]

His mom raised him well. I’ve never heard of a teammate, coach, or team employee say he’s anything but a great person that is ready to outwork everyone. Also isn’t getting into trouble being a young rich man.

[@troythomison9804]

Hey stupid just because u critique someone’s play doesn’t mean u hate on him!! These fanboys take this kids game to another level. Lol

[@BrandonLee-xj1ek]

Fr tho I say the same thing to all the LJ8 haters

[@mjax278]

Bro, it’s a fake facade and his attempt of being humble. Look at Brady for years saying the same type of shit. Then when he got older he started saying how he REALLY felt. Speak honestly. Not in some way that you feel you have to.

[@stacyphillips8231]

How do you not love that man Lamar Jackson. Great interview Ms Taylor

[@volcanicmax007]

You know why they don't lol

[@TheRealAbraxas]

@@volcanicmax007 👴🏻 “stay in the pocket or else you’re a running back!”

[@williepipkins497]

@@TheRealAbraxasAnd you. Are Racist Hater..YT.

[@parkerguess3157]

Dudes so humble and he’s actually the best dual threat QB to ever touch a ball…

[@davidbrazell5179]

Vick was better my boy

[@parkerguess3157]

Check the stats 🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️

[@davidbrazell5179]

Aint got too bc i watched them both play in there prime

[@parkerguess3157]

Well Lamar is 25 dudes just now entering his prime

[@giorgiopepaj2770]

@@parkerguess3157 its not worth the argument with him parker, Vick knows lamar jackson is already better.

[@fredcatano3579]

BEST QB. SO GLAD TO HAVE HIM IN OUR TEAM. SO HUMBLE. GO RAVENS!!!

[@hakeemsd70m]

The Ravens are very fortunate to have Lamar, such an elite QB with otherworldly skill. From a Bengals fan.

[@therustynail99]

With a eagles pic

[@kimdotnet8151]

@@therustynail99 shhh, its a white raven! lol

[@wavemanj14]

@@hakeemsd70m likewise ❤

[@Diamondbull]

Maria Taylor is an absolute star as a journalist. She’s able to relate to these athletes like a cousin and it’s just different. Feels like they’re just chopping it up at a family barbecue and then “oh and where does such confidence come from?”

[@cashiemartin9195]

Well being black helps alot

[@Diamondbull]

@@cashiemartin9195 That is absolutely true, it helps because there is an absolute genuine social connection she can bring to the table that maybe a white counterpart cannot. However there are many other black journalists who are similarly great at what they do, but can’t provide this same level of family within the interview structure. Ie a Michael Wilbon, very professional, intelligent, and mentally agile.. but not quite as infectiously personal. This is something that is very unique to her skill set and abilities. Like I’ve seen others try to bring this element to the table, like a Stephen A Smith, but I haven’t seen a similar interview style as Taylors’ since perhaps Stuart Scott passed away. He also did a great job of bringing that feeling of family to his interviews IMO.

[@cashiemartin9195]

@@Diamondbull you named older black people but younger black journalists just have a better chance connecting with younger athletes

[@Diamondbull]

@@cashiemartin9195 Those older “black people” I named weren’t connecting with the athletes of their generation in the same way so your logic is flawed. Stuart Scott did, but not the other guys. They weren’t bad interviewers, but they didn’t deliver the same level of family regardless of era. So while the overall idea that younger is more likely to connect with younger maybe true, that isn’t the comparison point being made.

[@anightressfranklin7143]

She should ALWAYS do his interviews! He is so comfortable 💪🏾💜🙌 I love it

[@tifftiff4952]

This lady Maria Taylor is gorgeous. Thank you for interviewing one of my favorite QB

[@garrettfamilyaquatics6704]

Lamar is the most genuine guy you will ever meet. He is a role model for these kids out here, constantly giving back to the community, and an absolute star on and off the field. Keep doing you Lamar! And ignore these haters!

[@RicoSuave32869]

I'm a Steelers Fan but Lamar is so Electric I've been watching him since Louisville just luv watching him play. #GOAT 🐐

[@Mustang1984]

Yeah and you know the Steelers will be in the running at the end of the season. At the least it'll be 2 tough games with the Ravens like usual. I know if we lose Lamar, I'll follow him wherever he goes.

[@janarkas252]

Ravens Fan here, plz bring back Big Ben

[@lotwo17]

Respect 🫡 🤝

[@kimberlyhall7610]

Mad respect!! Big Ben needs to come back! The rivalry is not the same without him!

[@CambriaPelletier6090]

@@janarkas252 Nooo. I don't want to revive those stressful games lol!

[@kingroyalty9621]

This interview was amazing …Lamar usually don’t show his true personality to the media ! I think she made him feel very comfortable. Great Job Ms. Taylor👌🏾

[@deansmoker4853]

When I read your comment, I was like "Yea, sure"! After seeing this interview, for one thing, You're right, and two...Does he like her? Uh-oh!!❤️❤️❤️

[@ScottDabson]

Lamar is the real deal!! I am so proud he is on my team I like and seems like a authentic Dude on top of being a great Quarterback!!

[@ToneDesh]

Lamar is a great human, as well as a great player. Need more people like him in sports.

[@stacyphillips8231]

Amen

[@fmalcom80]

interesting to note his mindset " I just believe in myself; I just know I can do it" this mindset can't be taught has to be caught inwardly great interview Maria

[@smokeybear4679]

She did a great job at making Lamar feeling comfortable! Never really get to see the real Lamar.

[@Hunch07]

What?

[@charlesjones1588]

Kudos to Maria Taylor and her interview with Lamar Jackson. Lamar is a great NFL quarterback and is destined to become one of the wealthiest players ever. God bless the NFL's Magic Man -- Lamar Jackson.

[@jrabbit4404]

Lamar is special. He won the Heisman for a reason - he has over 75% win percentage in the NFL. Won unanimous MVP in 2019…need I go on? He’s very private online. Doesn’t cuss, and I doubt he even drinks. He is HUMBLE and hardworking. This man is a role model and a leader. Baltimore is very lucky to have him. I hope he has a massive chip on his shoulder, because he gets NO credit for the path he walks.

[@benjamingrebe5607]

dude he literally called someone a fag on twitter.

[@1Sparkyny]

I’m a Chiefs fan but it brings tears to my eyes how much I love this man- humble, so much goodness and respect wrapped around so much TALENT. He deserves all the success in the world.

[@courtneycoconuts]

i could not love a football player more than i love Lamar Jackson man. it's beautiful really. what an outstanding human being and player. we are soooo blessed in baltimore.

[@eviltwn]

And I said this from the beginning I’m a Patrick Mahomes fan, but if Lamar wins one two three or however, many I’m going to enjoy watching him celebrate not only is he already proven people wrong but on the highest stage I can’t wait to hear all the backtracking !!

[@truthbearer7891]

Get this man a real #1 WR and a new OC and he can win multiple MVPs, titles and finish as one of the all time greats. Stick with Greg Roman and what they have now and all that potential is gonna continue to be wasted.

[@DMoney011]

Won one MVP with Roman as OC and is having an MVP caliber season so far, the Greg Roman hate is getting very old, Stephen A Smith and the media are calling out the terrible Ravens defense not the offense and idiot fans like you keep picking on Roman the damn offense is averaging 29.75 pts per game smh 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@bmorkidkyrie7372]

@@DMoney011 ngl sometimes it just seems like the situational playcalling and the routes are just bad idk i feel like if we had a guy like sean peyton or mccvay a guy like tht our offense could be otherworldly

[@takabunnie3077]

💯!!

[@36louieboy]

@@DMoney011 ppl say Roman because we've seen his max potential. Look at our run game is completely non existent on top off our passing schemes suck compared to other top teams. I know we just start passing alot but that's because of Keith & Martin not Greg. Imo we ain't winning no SB with Greg as OC unless we have a top 5 Offense and a real #1 WR for Lamar.

[@DMoney011]

@@36louieboy They have had injuries on the Oline and at RB which is hard for any OC, you guys aren’t comprehending that. The defense is the problem and I am glad the National media is calling them out for it, the fans need to comprehend that

[@Keep1tMoving]

Lj the people's champ !!

[@peaceful4you408]

Dude speed is just downright insane. It’s unreal. I’m a bengals fan and went to the game Sunday when they played us and his speed is crazy. Literally the fastest human being I ever seen in my life. Literally Nobody on the bengals defense could even get near this dude to catch him. TV absolutely does not do him justice at all.

[@couturecriminal8330]

His elusiveness is downright vindictive.

[@loraweemz1249]

Thank you Ms. Taylor this was a great interview. You took him back to the younger Lamar, and automatically he is praising and putting his teammates first, and of course his mom. He's so calm, gentle and humble, and then gets out on the field, wrecks havoc in as explosive way that we all watching just to see what he is about to do every week because he makes football fun for us all.

[@410_hurt4]

Having a enthusiastic, beautiful spirited black female interviewer made him more exciting to talk

[@rovelt3802]

Indeed

[@giovanniosbourne1819]

Maria. Job well done. This interview was brilliant!

[@sportsactuary8574]

This man's attitude is incredible. It may be a greater asset to him than his athleticism.

[@Kelz91]

Great player, even better human being

[@Xclsvmusic]

An interview without any contract talks!!!! Praise the lord!

[@therlowfoy9738]

😆😆😆😆😆😆

[@zachbradas2339]

Definitely my favorite player in the NFL. Seems so real to himself

[@Nos43]

By far!

[@17thN.O]

Same here.

[@dv_2131]

Awesome interview! Go get that Ring Lamar. God bless you and your career.

[@MetaVerseTechy]

The chemistry these two have. I loved this interview ❤

[@perfekt4t]

We all know Lamar Jackson is the truth!!! Am I the only one that misses Maria Taylor on college gameday???

[@Megabeat30]

Wow! Great interview Maria Taylor has soo much charisma and class!

[@Kammsammich]

Maria Taylor w the A1 interview. Love every bit of this ✊🏾

[@gunnarholbrook7128]

The difference between Lamar and Mahomes is that Mahomes is babied and given excuses for every mistake he makes by the media who love to mindlessly worship him. On the other hand Lamar is lamented, and every minuscule mistake he makes is met with heavy criticism from every ignorant NFL pundit, who thinks he should be a “running back,” meanwhile he can be the youngest ever MVP QB and these ignorant fools will still questions his abilities at QB

[@ross109b]

Really well done Ms. Taylor.

[@robertmosley8568]

That’s my QB!!!!!!!! Go Lamar!!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🟣⚫️⚫️⚫️🟣🟣🏈🏈 Go Ravens!!!!

[@jameswallace5989]

NFL MVP 2022 Top Dawg💯!!!, enough said 😏

[@nkufi1]

Best nfl player in the world in and off the court , u the reason I watch football young bro

[@armanitransport2604]

Dann just imagine watching Mike Vick and now we get to see other version of Mike Vick. But I do think LJ has a llittle better on his accuracy. They both have the speed like Deon Sanders, the arm like Randall Cunningham, the moves like Barry Sandees. ✊🏾

[@ravenron9154]

If I had this interview, I'd be grinning like Lamar too!

[@Gtfoh37]

I’m a Steelers fan from Baltimore I been to more ravens games I ever been to because Lamar play if he leave it’s a wrap for me

[@brvtonwillson656]

Bro is humble af

[@SS-gd4vm]

Why not ask him how close is he to negotiating his 5 year $650M fully guaranteed contract? We need #8’s full attention on the field. #RavensForever.

[@edwinnavedojr]

Because She Respects Lamar and He Said He will not talk about the contract til after the season.... Which means he isn't thinking about money til the season over..... why u worried about that man's pocket so much....

[@edwinnavedojr]

Funny u say we need his full attention.... He Literally is only focused on the game right now and you the one still thinking about his money and bringing it up.... let that man Focus

[@Beaumont99]

This is the most comfortable I’ve ever seen Lamar in an interview.

[@smujazzify]

That was awesome and not unusual truzz! But if you don't know U don't know 💯💪🏿

[@ajg1176]

I'm not really into football but I loved this interview.

[@dawndonaldson7447]

Best quote: “I’m just going to play ball!”💜

[@hitstickgang2179]

I feel like Lamar and Josh Allen are better than any other qb in the league rn event jalen hurts

[@plugcap2604]

So glad this man is my quarterback

[@veneshamcfarlane3880]

Kudos to Ms. Taylor and my QB for this amazing interview lamar we love you and continue being YOU! Let’s go RAVENS 💜🖤💜🖤

[@Jizzleman59]

love the energy

[@jacewoods411]

Craziest thing still should be throwing outside the numbers back shoulder

[@averyfreeman6283]

Congrats, Go Ravens 👍

[@TheSoulja9]

Shout out to Momma Jackson

[@Joe-oj4rh]

Maria is glowing 😍

[@ravenssince962]

Humility pervades New Era 8.....

[@raymondbrown1684]

I like both of them

[@noaguy3370]

Great interview! Way to open up a dope perspective for a dope athlete! Thanks Mrs Taylor

[@Sarara-mv5sx]

Makes me want to be great...even if it's just keeping my house clean and my life organized.

[@lesmoore3638]

As a Bills fan, I respect what Jackson can do on the football field. With the Ravens taking some loses this season, he's going to take some heat. There's 26, maybe more, teams that would be glad to scoop up this rare talent.

[@vonp.6838]

I feel bad for the guy that missed the tackle in Lamar's high school highlight clip, and also ways having to relive that trauma. Where is the compassion!

[@dfnsharpe]

Very good interview.

[@mentalswill]

Seriously - the guy is The Dude.

[@bbkksquad1551]

Lamar should get on that

[@kimberlyhall7610]

Imagine hating this guy?! Yeet! I don’t even want to try !!

[@sportsactuary8574]

THE PERFECT ROLE MODEL.

[@lundy_21]

3:42 GEEKS!! Lmfao they was on timing

[@kirkswannjr8036]

Best QB LJ baby let’s go Ravens 💜💜💜

[@jacewoods411]

He should look back on failed 4th down call and say Pancake Pat would've scored from the 1

[@Startrek2057]

@ravens That’s our MVP LJ bout to 🚀

[@zachhuffaker5656]

This is why I love Lamar

[@nicdelmundo5687]

Can anyone drop a link to the hat he’s wearing? I’m trying to figure out what type of hat it is

[@alexiscruz1107]

That’s my QB 💜 🏈 let’s gooo LJ

[@heathermccubbins5138]

My damn QB

[@lees5953]

People forget he’s a father, so he’s holding himself accountable for his daughter. I’m sure he wants to lash out at times like we all do, he just chooses to unleash on the field instead.

[@sonjalightfoot3728]

I Love My LamarVelous🖤💜🙏🙏😘

[@JackNCoke2008]

His accuracy is still suspect. Can't consistently throw outside to the numbers. His mechanicals is the issue. He's lucky he can run. If he couldn't, he wouldn't be in the NFL based on his arm talent alone that's for sure.

[@CWE945]

Ok thanks Keyboard Coach

[@JackNCoke2008]

@@CWE945 you're welcome 1d107

[@lifebuilders3596]

Great Interview

[@ravendawnhead97]

He’s a runner he’s a trackstar

[@eddietoruno284]

VIVA SAMUEL JACKSON AMIGOS

[@veedie]

She was on his neck bout the dancing lol

[@geraldjackson9974]

AWESOME!!! GO 8!!!

[@charleshenshaw9099]

Lamar is the best QB in the NFL getting it done with least amount of talent a round him.

[@justindraper3378]

I love how real Lamar can be. This dude cant control the strings in his hoodie either. Good ol righty looks like he decided to get lost somewhere around the top of the hood.

[@skywalker39100]

He is Whodini! The Great #8!

[@TrilLivestream]

Got dayum 🐐

[@zTaq]

THATS MY QB!!!

[@RomaneVernet]

I like Jalen Hurts, but my Eagles should have drafted him instead of trading that pick.

[@whodey9661]

What’s the one thing you can work on cause it’s obviously not dancing 😂💀

[@annagerse6444]

Lamar never let them get in his head!! She's asking him questions that have obvious answer!! GET OUT 😅😅😅😅

[@liveouturdreams]

🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@poindextertunes]

do they talk about playoffs wins?

[@BangBang-ff9tm]

Shawty fine!

[@HazelwoodBoy250]

even tho im from pittsburgh im a steeler fan but i fuck with lamar not the ravens

[@SimplyAS10]

Humble King.

[@channeldirty7]

Cool as the other side of the pillow 😮😢💜😈

[@schwarzmann1]

Love your videos dawg

[@Nos43]

THEGREAT8!!!!!!!!

[@lesterfreamon4554]

That was the best Lamar interview I've ever seen and I'm fairly certain I've seen all of them.

[@Mustang1984]

Yeah he's the only superstar QB that's not in all the commercials and sponsors etc. He deserves it.

[@410_hurt4]

On Jesus Sandler 😂😂#410

[@system5660]

@@410_hurt4 Chill 😐

[@ReezyR]

Link me more Lameezy interviewes y'all

[@mariamcglothan2435]

You are so Right. He was comfortable. She wasn’t attacking him or trying to insult his intelligence. ❤

[@vikramantin3995]

The humblest, most authentic, and perhaps the most talented NFL star in the NFL right now. He is cut from a different cloth altogether. Nobody's like him. With so much intense scrutiny and doubt others would have wilted or let success get to their heads, but this young man is so unique. He is able to see through and past all the praise, glory and criticism too. I wish he continues to entertain us with his otherworldly skills for years to come. Just so blessed to see him play right now.

[@nicholasrichards8681]

MAN BETTER DTOP HOTTING ON MY WIFE

[@bsp5689]

Easily the most talented QB in the league …Just God given ability …I think mahomes is more skilled from his Baseball background and Josh Allen is a close #2 to have that size with that speed and arm strength…

[@hakeemsd70m]

Lamar is the gotdamn truth.

[@hakeemsd70m]

@@bsp5689 No doubt, Lamar is truly a next level elite QB.

[@tajigraham1588]

⁠​⁠@bigwhite21 this comment aged like milk lmaoo. All those qbs that you mentioned are below Lamar right now. Brock whooo?? The same Brock that threw 4 ints against the ravens? lol you’re a clown. I’m just glad he’s still proving you bums wrong every year. He’s not top 5 you say? You’re right, he’s number 1.

[@stashal6382]

That's my QB, proud day 1 fan. Great interview. Love seeing him open up. 💜🖤💜🖤

[@ravensgyrl]

Very talented but remains a humble “Team” player & leader. Great personality. Love LJ8! That’s my QB! Great interview!

[@charlesjones1588]

"That's my qb" reminded me of Terrell Owens tearfully talking about former Dallas Cowboy qb Tony Romo. Lol

[@RavenTD46]

I hope our QB1 wins a Super Bowl, with whoever gives him the best chance to do so.