Lamar Jackson drops 67 spots in NFL Top 100 after brutal 2025 season

Lamar Jackson suffers massive drop in NFL Top 100 list on 16 Jul 2026

Lamar Jackson tumbled 67 spots in the NFL Top 100 players of 2026, a brutal fall that stunned Ravens fans and analysts alike. The annual ranking, voted on by NFL players, exposed deep concerns about Jackson’s 2025 season and his long-term role in the league.

What happened to Lamar Jackson in 2025?

Jackson’s 2025 season was his worst yet. He missed four games with hamstring and back injuries, finishing with 2,549 passing yards, 21 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. His rushing production cratered too-just 67 carries for 349 yards and two scores. The Ravens’ offense sputtered, and Jackson’s signature explosive runs vanished.

ESPN’s Bart Scott laid bare the reasons on *Get Up* on 15 Jul 2026. “Success in this league is rented, not owned, and the rent’s due every day,” Scott said. “The rent wasn’t paid by Lamar Jackson last year.” He questioned whether Jackson can adapt to life as a pocket passer after years of relying on his legs.

Why it matters for Lamar Jackson’s future

Scott’s critique cuts to the heart of Jackson’s identity. At his peak, he tormented defenses with improvised runs, changing angles and leaving tacklers grasping at air. In 2025, those moments rarely came. His 1,081 career rushing attempts now trail Cam Newton’s 1,118-raising fears the wear and tear is catching up.

The Ravens brought in Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator, hoping a fresh system can revive Jackson’s production. How Doyle blends Jackson’s remaining explosiveness with pocket discipline will shape Baltimore’s 2026 outlook. Training camp starts later this month, and the first glimpse of that offense can’t come soon enough.

What comes next for Lamar Jackson?

Jackson’s ranking drop isn’t just a stat-it’s a referendum. The league is asking whether his prime years are behind him or if a reset is possible. The Ravens can’t afford another season like 2025, and Jackson’s next move must answer the questions Scott raised.

Training camp will test Doyle’s plan. Can Jackson rediscover his magic as a runner? Or will Baltimore’s offense lean into a more traditional passing attack? The answers could redefine his legacy-and the Ravens’ Super Bowl window.