VIDEO: Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson Share Admiring Embrace After Packers-Ravens
By Michael Luciano

Might we have just witnessed a changing of the guard at M&T Bank Stadium last night? Following the Baltimore Ravens' 26-13 win over the Green Bay Packers, quarterback Lamar Jackson was able to get some time by himself with Aaron Rodgers, who was held out of action in this game due to a back issue. Rodgers looked and sounded pretty impressed with the second-year quarterback's performance.
"I love watching you play, man. That was pretty spectacular."
— B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) August 16, 2019
Aaron Rodgers showed Lamar Jackson respect postgame ?
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Jackson went 6-10 for 58 yards while adding 14 yards on the ground. However, his best play didn't go down in the box score, as his electric touchdown run on third down was called back due to a holding call.
Lamar Jackson playing with 'em ?
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) August 16, 2019
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While everyone knows Jackson is a dynamic runner, much of the focus this offseason has been on his passing game.
While there is only so much one can gleam from a preseason game against backups, Jackson was hitting receivers in stride and is showing off a more fluid, compact motion.
3rd down? No problem.@Lj_era8#BALvsGB pic.twitter.com/ESvT33959Z
— NFL (@NFL) August 16, 2019
Jackson can be a polarizing figure, but an endorsement from Rodgers could go a long way towards establishing himself as an elite thrower, not just a runner.