Baltimore Ravens wide receiver DeSean Jackson. Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

WR DeSean Jackson reveals why he chose the Ravens

By Aaron Becker | Last updated 12/9/22

Wide receiver DeSean Jackson has been torching defenses for years. His answer as to why he brought his efforts to Baltimore was quick and easy.

"There was just something about Lamar. I had my eyes on him for the past few years because I always looked back at my younger days when I played with [Michael] Vick," Jackson said on "The Lounge" podcast. "They’re very similar. I’m like, it would be crazy to be able to play with Vick and Lamar, the new era of a Michael Vick."

"It would be crazy to be able to play with Vick and @Lj_era8."@DeSeanJackson10 joins The Lounge and details his decision to join the Ravens

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— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) December 8, 2022

The two formed their relationship over social media and through texting, only growing their respect for one another.

Jackson was signed to the 53-man roster earlier this week. He has five catches for 100 yards in his three games with Baltimore.

It’s a small sample size, but he posts the best average yards per catch on the team (20.0), per ESPN.com.

It proves Jackson still has his big play ability after 15 years in the NFL. NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger agrees by saying, "He’s still as fast as anyone in the league."

.@Ravens @DeSeanJackson10 is still “gassing” defensive backs. Who maintains that stride and that speed after 15 years? Not many but Jackson hasn’t slowed a bit #speed #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/hlHV2tlK8o
— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) November 30, 2022