Follow us on Google Discover Ahead of the NFL’s first-ever game in Rio De Janeiro, Ravens superstar Lamar Jackson agreed with a comparison to one of soccer’s greatest legends.
Lamar Jackson may not have won a Super Bowl yet, but he is one of the NFL’s most accomplished quarterbacks. The two-time MVP is a unique and electrifying talent, one of the league’s most entertaining stars.
Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens are set to play in the league’s first-ever game in Rio De Janeiro this weekend. They will take on the Dallas Cowboys at the iconic Maracanã Stadium.
Brazil is arguably the world’s biggest soccer nation, having produced many of the game’s greatest stars. Asked about a comparison with one of those legends, Lamar agreed that he sees the similarities.
Photo by liewig christian/Corbis via Getty ImagesLamar Jackson agreed with a comparison to Brazilian soccer great Ronaldinho
Ronaldinho is a name synonymous with soccer. The dazzling attacker was known for his elite footwork, incredible control, and propensity for making unbelievably highlight plays.
For anyone who has followed Jackson’s career, it would not come as a surprise to hear him described in the much the same way. So when the comparison was suggested to him, the 29-year-old agreed.
Lamar Jackson was asked what soccer player he would compare himself to. He said he’s not sure but accepted the reporter’s suggestion of Ronaldinho.
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“Lamar Jackson was asked what soccer player he would compare himself to,” Ravens’ Editorial Director Ryan Mink shared on X. “He said he’s not sure but accepted the reporter’s suggestion of Ronaldinho. That was our comparison too!”
During his career, Ronaldinho won nearly every major honour in the world of soccer. He was a World Cup champion with Brazil, and won the Spanish and Italian leagues with legendary clubs like Barcelona and AC Milan.
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If Lamar can achieve comparable success in the NFL, he will also go down as one of the greatest to ever do it. For now, he has an opportunity to wow the crowd at the Maracanã, just as Ronaldinho did many times in his career.
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