Lamar Jackson went public with his trade request on Monday morning, reigniting speculation that he could be headed out of Baltimore.
The star quarterback and the team may still iron out their differences, but if he does leave, DraftKings has released the betting odds on his most likely destination.
The Indianapolis Colts are the favorites, listed at +250 odds to add Jackson if he leaves the Ravens. Indianapolis has the No. 4 overall pick and has been expected to take a quarterback in the draft, but could pivot and add a superstar at the position.
Just wrapped up a pretty revealing session with Colts GM Chris Ballard.
On Lamar Jackson: "Anytime a special player is available, which he is, you've got to do the work. I'm not gonna get into deep discussions on where it's at or what we're doing or what we might do. (more)
— Stephen Holder (@HolderStephen) March 27, 2023
The Colts would need to give up draft capital and sign Jackson to a significant extension, but it’s ultra-rare for a former MVP to be on the market, and his addition would immediately lift their chances at the playoffs in 2023.
The Atlanta Falcons have reportedly bowed out of the Jackson sweepstakes but that hasn’t stopped the oddsmakers from believing there could be a change of heart. The Falcons have the second-best odds to land Jackson at +300.
One of the most intriguing teams is the New England Patriots. While Mac Jones is their quarterback right now, the Patriots have a bunch of cap space and could choose to pivot and bring in Jackson.
Robert Kraft said Meek Mill texted him a few days ago saying that Lamar Jackson wanted to come to the Patriots.
But Kraft said it was Belichick’s decision.
— Chad Graff (@ChadGraff) March 27, 2023
Here are the odds for the 10 teams with the best shot at adding Lamar Jackson if he leaves the Ravens, according to DraftKings:
- Colts +250
- Falcons +300
- Commanders +450
- Dolphins +800
- Lions +800
- Titans +1000
- Patriots +1200
- 49ers +1500
- Seahawks +2000
- Jets +2000
