As Davante Adams enters his 11th NFL season, the star receiver has competed against many of the game’s greatest.
But as his Las Vegas Raiders prepare to face the Baltimore Ravens, Adams has reserved special praise for Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson.
Speaking on Wednesday, Adams called Jackson “the best ball carrier ever” and credited him with changing the game.
“Dude changed the game,” Adams said. “He’s the best, in my opinion, best ball carrier ever — no matter what position you want to talk about. I don’t think anybody’s as big of a threat carrying the football.”
Jackson’s rushing abilities are well-documented. He is one of only three quarterbacks to surpass 1,000 rushing yards in a season, having done so twice, and holds 14 100-yard rushing games, the most for any QB.
Adams, known for his own elite playmaking, admitted he studies Jackson’s highlights for inspiration, particularly in breaking tackles after the catch.
“I was literally finding myself watching Lamar Jackson highlights in my locker before the games,” Adams added.
Though Adams won’t be responsible for stopping Jackson, he’s eager for their first shared matchup, acknowledging, “Helluva football player.”
