Humphrey slams 'slander' against Jackson amid return — SkimNews
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- Marlon Humphrey condemned what he described as 'slander' against Lamar Jackson, arguing that Jackson faces unique and unfair scrutiny compared to other quarterbacks.
- Lamar Jackson returned to practice on a limited basis for the second straight day, participating in all drills during the media viewing period after missing two games with a left ankle sprain.
- Marlon Humphrey suggested Jackson lacks adequate representation to counter criticism, speculating 'lack of agent or what' might leave him vulnerable to negative narratives.
- Lamar Jackson has a 11-2 career record against the Cincinnati Bengals, with 24 touchdown passes and six interceptions, making his potential return significant for the upcoming matchup.
- Marlon Humphrey declined to clarify whether the 'slander' referred specifically to injury reporting, stating 'whatever I said is whatever I said' when pressed for elaboration.
Why it matters: Jackson’s performance against the Bengals has been consistently strong, and his availability impacts Baltimore’s playoff trajectory. Humphrey’s public defense highlights growing concern over media portrayal of Jackson’s health and toughness, which could influence public and internal team dynamics if narratives persist without pushback.
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