Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) NFL 7" Figure McFarlane's SportsPicks CHASE. Known for his electrifying speed, agility, and dynamic playmaking ability, Jackson is one of the league's most exciting and unique quarterbacks. He played college football at the University of Louisville, where he won the Heisman Trophy in 2016. The Ravens selected Jackson as the 32nd overall pick in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He became the Ravens' starting quarterback midway through his rookie season and quickly made an impact with his dual-threat ability, combining elite rushing skills with a strong arm. In 2019, Jackson was named the NFL MVP after a historic season in which he led the league in touchdown passes and broke the single-season rushing record for a quarterback with over 1,200 yards. Jackson was again named MVP in 2023.