Lamar Jackson Begins Ravens' Offseason Workouts Amid Uncertainty Over Participation Lamar Jackson made his debut at the start of the Baltimore Ravens' voluntary offseason workout program on April 6, 2026, signaling his commitment to the team under new head coach Jesse Minter. The move came as Minter, who expressed uncertainty about Jackson’s participation during a recent NFL meeting, acknowledged the quarterback’s enthusiasm for the offseason activities. Minter’s comments during the league’s annual meeting in Phoenix highlighted the coach’s cautious approach, noting that Jackson’s involvement remained unclear until the program’s first day. The Ravens’ offseason plan is divided into phases, with Phase 1 focusing on meetings, strength and conditioning, and physical rehabilitation. On-field practices are scheduled to begin in May, following the completion of voluntary workouts. Minter’s remarks on April 6 underscored the team’s anticipation of Jackson’s presence, as he stated, “I think he’s excited about opportunities in the offseason program. And again, we’ll see on April 6th. We’ll see who all walks in the door.” This marked a shift from Minter’s earlier uncertainty, as the coach now emphasized the importance of Jackson’s engagement in the program. Jackson, a two-time NFL MVP and one of the league’s premier dual-threat quarterbacks, has historically participated selectively in voluntary workouts. Over his eight-year NFL career, he skipped most of the on-field practices during previous offseasons, attending only one of nine sessions before mandatory minicamp in 2025. Despite this pattern, his presence at the start of the 2026 program suggests a potential change in approach.#baltimore_ravens #lamar_jackson #jesse_minter #nfl_meeting #voluntary_workouts
