Quarterback Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens have still not agreed on a new contract. Now the signal caller is setting a clear deadline in the issue.

Munich – It’s already mid-August and still the Baltimore Ravens and quarterback Lamar Jackson have not agreed on a contract extension.

At the end of July, head coach John Harbaugh had stated that both sides were “very motivated” to reach an agreement. Jackson also commented, saying he would like to get the extension wrapped up before the start of the Regular Season.

Now the playmaker has spoken out again and made it clear that he has set himself a clear deadline. “Yes, we are approaching the deadline,” he told a press conference. “It’s coming up soon. The season is coming up. “

NFL: Lamar Jackson sets clear deadline

When asked if that meant his deadline was in Week 1, the signal caller replied, “Yeah, for sure. “

In the same vein, Jackson also stated that there was “no news” regarding the negotiation process.

If Jackson, who is representing himself in the talks, and the Ravens cannot agree on a new contract, the athlete would become a free agent next March.