Lamar Jackson explains why it was important to attended voluntary OTAs
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For many veteran players, voluntary OTAs are optional. For Lamar Jackson, they were necessary. The Ravens quarterback said the arrival of a new coaching staff and offensive system made it important for him to be in Baltimore this spring as the team begins preparing for the 2026 season. When asked why he chose to participate in voluntary workouts, Jackson pointed directly to the changes happening around him.
"Because we have a new system. I have to get the terminology down. Knowing where guys are, watching film, getting out on the field with my guys, knowing where guys are going to be with certain routes and certain plays, and hearing Coach Doyle call plays – everything is new, so I had to be here."
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Jackson has spent much of the offseason working closely with offensive coordinator Declan Doyle as the Ravens install the new scheme. The quarterback said those conversations have helped him gain a better understanding of the offense.
"I already know. But his title is 'Coach,' so I'm going to still call him 'Coach.' But it's cool, man, because like I just said, him seeing things on film and when he is calling certain plays, I know what he's thinking within the play call. So, it's just making my job a lot easier."
Although Jackson wasn't willing to reveal many details about the offense itself, he made it clear he's excited about what's being built.
"I don't want to give it away. It's smooth. I love it. Just know that I love it, and everyone else loves it."
With training camp still months away, Jackson's early involvement appears to be helping lay the groundwork for the Ravens' next chapter on offense.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Lamar Jackson explains why he attended voluntary OTAs