When it comes to quarterbacks, not many are as adaptable as Baltimore Ravens superstar Lamar Jackson.
His game is characterized by exceptional athleticism that sets him apart as a unique talent. He has developed into one of the top passers in the game, succeeding from the pocket and within the system as frequently as anyone else in football. His simple presence enhances the running game, and when he is assigned to deceive defenders as a ball carrier, at the mesh point, or during a play-action pass, Jackson has proven to be equally effective.
Now, he’s bringing those acting abilities off the field and incorporating another talent into his repertoire.
The Ravens quarterback impressed in his first acting role, displaying his skills in “Power Book III: Raising Kanan.”
Jackson discussed the experience with PEOPLE’s Julia Moore.
“I was truly stunned by that section,” Jackson remarked. “When I arrived at the dressing room, they asked me, ‘Do you know what you will be doing?'” I’m just like, ‘Nope, no one informed me.’ They responded with, ‘Sure, you’re going to be taking out a guy at the club.’ I’m thinking, ‘What?’
“I wish the world doesn’t view me differently, but it is what it is; we’re just performing, and it’s enjoyable.” “I’m eager to find out what others think of my acting abilities.”
Interestingly, Jackson’s role isn’t merely a typical cameo. His persona, E-Tone, murders a man.
Jackson is familiar with significant moments, having participated in numerous prime-time games and eight playoff matches. The quarterback noted that this type of pressure was unlike any other.
“I’m with Joey Bada$$ and these guys; I don’t want to disrupt the flow and make them redo it.” “They’ve been present, they’re experts, that’s what they do,” he stated. “I simply didn’t want to make a mistake and have them do it again.” “And to be truthful, I don’t believe I actually did.”
Jackson is likely to secure his third MVP award more than an Oscar, yet the experience appears to enhance his appreciation for the craft and the challenges involved.
“I take my hats off to those actors and actresses since, wow, that’s a whole different world.” It’s not only football — wearing pads and engaging in physical activity — you must truly memorize and express your words clearly and perform in this manner to enhance the scene significantly. “There’s much involved, so I take my hat off.”