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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