Lamar Jackson, known for his electrifying performances on the football field, recently ignited speculation about his hypothetical prowess on the soccer pitch after sharing a photoshopped image of himself donning a U.S. men"s soccer jersey.
In the edited picture, Jackson"s head was superimposed onto a soccer player"s body, accompanied by an enthusiastic “goal" call.
GOALLLLLLLLLLLLL‼️ pic.twitter.com/lcWtaTMaGj
— Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) March 17, 2024
The Baltimore Ravens" star hinted at his passion for soccer, recalling his admiration for soccer icons Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé during the 2022 World Cup final, where Argentina triumphed over France in penalty kicks.
Despite his undeniable success in football, Jackson pondered the possibility of excelling in soccer, envisioning himself among the elite talents of the sport.
Just sitting here thinking….. I could’ve been on some Lionel Messi or Kylian Mbappé type 💩⚽️
— Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) March 17, 2024
His remarkable achievements on the gridiron include two MVP awards, three Pro Bowl selections, and an impressive 58-19-0 record as a starter.
Throughout his career, Jackson has displayed exceptional versatility, amassing over 15,000 passing yards and 125 touchdowns while also showcasing his dynamic rushing abilities with over 5,000 yards and 29 touchdowns on the ground.
He also led the Ravens in rushing yards during the 2023 season, contributing to the team"s league-leading rushing offense.
