Lamar Jackson

American football quarterback, MVP 2019

Lamar Jackson - American football quarterback, MVP 2019
Born

January 7th, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional football quarterback, played for the Baltimore Ravens in the National Football League (NFL). Achieved significant success during the 2019 season, leading the Ravens to a 14-2 record and securing the NFL MVP award. Known for an exceptional ability to both pass and run, revolutionized the quarterback position in the league. Played college football at the University of Louisville, where won the Heisman Trophy in 2016, becoming the youngest player to receive the award at that time.

Won NFL MVP award in 2019

Led the Ravens to a 14-2 record in 2019

Won the Heisman Trophy in 2016

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