Eric DeCosta confirms Lamar Jackson contract talks staying In-house

Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta and quarterback Lamar Jackson have built a unique relationship over the years. There's a real level of mutual respect between the two, and neither side feels the need to play negotiation games publicly. When they worked through Jackson's first extension, everything stayed in-house without leaks or outside noise. That understanding remains in place, and when DeCosta was asked where things stand with Jackson's contract, he made it clear that nothing has changed.

"Well, as you guys know, Lamar [Jackson] and I have an agreement. We handle business kind of in-house, internally, as you all know. That worked well for us the last time, and we will continue to have that policy moving forward. I have spoken to Lamar about many things over the last month. He's been very engaged. As I said, he was a big value to us in the coaching search, but we'll continue those conversations moving forward."

Nothing about this situation feels rushed or dramatic. The Ravens and Lamar Jackson understand what they have in each other, and that mutual trust continues to drive the process. If history tells us anything, these conversations will stay quiet until there's something concrete to announce. And when it gets done, it'll be handled the same way it always has been, internally, professionally, and with both sides aligned on the bigger picture.

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Eric DeCosta confirms Lamar Jackson contract talks staying In-house