New Ravens star and Lamar Jackson are already showing signs of elite chemistry
A glance at what was going on at the Baltimore Ravens' mandatory minicamp was all it took to force a couple of smiles across the faces of anyone interested. First and foremost, everyone is present and/or accounted for, which, in today's NFL, says a lot. All eyes were on Lamar Jackson as he returned after attending the first day of OTAs before enjoying some much-needed rest.
Cameras were everywhere, and as expected, they followed the two-time MVP to the microphone as he spoke with the media for just under a dozen minutes following practice.
Lamar Jackson and DeAndre Hopkins are already seeing eye to eye which is dangerous for the rest of the NFL
It doesn't matter how good your coaches are or how much talent you have in the locker room if there isn't any chemistry. Remember that NBA Finals clash featuring the Detroit Pistons and the supercharged and heavily stacked Los Angeles Lakers?
L.A. had most of the star power and a 4-2 edge in future Hall of Famers. Detroit had the chemistry. Who remembers how that series worked out?
Anyone looking for an NFL parallel needn't look any further than these Ravens. They are also seeking a title to validate themselves. They are also showcasing chemistry on and off the field.
Lamar Jackson has previously discussed building camaraderie by 'getting the guys together' pre- and post-practice sessions. During his minicamp presser, he spoke of creating bonds and nonverbal communication as a byproduct.
DeAndre Hopkins is one of the new faces. He has already won over Zay Flowers among others, but based on what Lamar is saying, they are already finding some common ground and some areas where they are connecting.
So, how might we describe D-Hop based on what we have learned up until now? He has seemingly turned the clock back. Perhaps the two-time AP NFL MVP and now reigning (and three-time) PFWA Writers MVP says it best.
There have been a ton of takeaways we can dissect until training camp breaks, but here's one of the largest. Lamar Jackson and DeAndre Hopkins are finding elite chemistry, which is great news for Baltimore and a nightmare looming for opposing defensive coordinators.
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