Lamar Jackson’s mother, Felicia Jones, means business. Not only is she the Baltimore Ravens quarterback’s agent but also his biggest critic. She didn’t even hesitate before cussing out Lamar following the team’s loss last week against the Philadelphia Eagles. The QB accepted the criticism too. And Cam Newton understands why, and appreciates it as well.
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On the latest episode of the 4th & 1 podcast, Newton stated that he loves Lamar’s relationship with his mother. And why wouldn’t he? She has been Lamar’s first-ever football coach and has trained him since youth. And Newton feels, Lamar’s mother acts as a “deflator”, and brings the star QB down to earth whenever he thinks he’s getting too big.
“Every athlete, entertainer, or person who’s responsible for a lot needs that person (someone like Lamar’s mother),” said Newton. “I call them ‘the deflator'”.
Why is Lamar Jackson’s mama cussing him out post-game? Even after a win, she’s his biggest critic—and @CameronNewton explains why he’s better for it! pic.twitter.com/cDtiy3D64y
— 4th&1 with Cam Newton (@4thand1show) December 9, 2024
So, what exactly panned out between Jackson and his mother after the game last Sunday? Post-game, Jackson addressed the media, where he revealed that his mom let him have it. A reporter had asked the QB about how he failed to assert himself against the Eagles on the ground. Lamar answered:
“My momma just told me that. She just cussed me out. I’m mad.”
He doubled down on his mother’s criticism, adding, “She said there were lanes I should have taken and ran. I was just trying to let my guys develop routes… but yeah, she (was) right.”
This is the reason why Newton called Jones a “deflator”. And his mother’s influence has worked out well for Lamar so far in his career.
While he does show a bit of cockiness on the field, off it, he keeps a level head. He doesn’t say the wrong things and is always available to the media. This attitude is probably in part due to his mother keeping him humble.
When you’re as good as Lamar, it’s easy to brag and boast about your ability. He’s won two MVP awards and has been selected to three pro bowls in his seven-year career so far. Many athletes would call that a great career, sign a massive deal, and then settle into a lesser version of themselves. But not Lamar. His mother expects the most out of him and he plays like it every time.
Even after signing a massive five-year extension last April, Lamar has stayed humble. He’s grown into the best player in the league and is leading a Ravens team which has Super Bowl aspirations. With his mother at his side, deflating his cockiness, we may soon see a humble Lamar lead his team far into the playoffs.
Lamar and the Ravens will enjoy a bye week before taking on their next opponents, the New York Giants.
