After eight years together, Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and quarterback Lamar Jackson have experienced highs and lows. From MVP celebrations to late-season disappointments, they’ve reshaped Baltimore’s football story. Now, the future is uncertain.
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Analyst Predicts Parting Between Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson and John Harbaugh
At 6-7, the Ravens trail the first-place Pittsburgh Steelers by one game, with the division title likely their only playoff route. Analyst Nick Wright suggests this could be the final season together for Harbaugh and Jackson, pointing to the team’s precarious situation as a catalyst.
“This is just a blind theory, but I think Lamar is over Harbaugh.”@getnickwright thinks Lamar Jackson is ready for the next chapter in Baltimore pic.twitter.com/QhaKJAc5lY
— What’s Wright? with Nick Wright (@WhatsWrightShow) December 12, 2025
” I think Lamar is over Harbaugh. He’s in the midst of the worst stretch of football he’s ever played. The fact that John Harbaugh cannot seem to get a handle on the health and practice status of his star player is an ominous sign.”
Although only one game out of first, the Ravens seem different this season. Jackson’s completion rate is 63.4%, but he appears less confident and less effective than before. Possible reasons include blocking issues or playcalling. Jackson is ranked 21st by PFSN’s QB Impact metric after ranking much higher previously, indicating a notable decline.
Recent playoff history continues to disappoint for the Ravens. Since the 2012 Super Bowl win, Harbaugh has a 4-7 playoff record. It’s unclear how long general manager Eric DeCosta is willing to wait for a return to the Super Bowl.
Wright mentioned the practice aspect of Jackson’s treatment; his style of play lends itself to injuries. The two-time Most Valuable Player loves to run in the open field, streaking by defenders. However, a very apparent downside occurs for him.
When Jackson leaves the pocket, he loses the protection that staying behind the line of scrimmage affords him. Instead, the quarterback morphs into just another running back, allowing defensive players to take strong hits when striking Jackson. As a result, injuries, both short-term and nagging, take him out of games for stretches.
Until recently, the team relied on Jackson to rescue the offense with his legs. Without a true top wideout, defenses played more aggressively.
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If Wright’s prediction is accurate, the outlook for the rest of the season is uncertain, especially if the Ravens miss the playoffs. While firing Harbaugh appears unlikely, he may consider other opportunities after 18 years, possibly retirement or a front office role.
The remaining schedule is difficult for both Harbaugh and Jackson. After an away game against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Ravens face challenging matchups with the Patriots and Packers, ending with the Steelers. Their performance could determine the futures of both the head coach and quarterback.