Lamar Jackson / Baltimore Ravens
"I'm chasing Jesus this year"
Lamar Jackson is a devout Christian who frequently and overtly credits his success to his faith in Jesus Christ. The Baltimore Ravens quarterback routinely integrates his religious beliefs into his public persona, social media presence, and post-game interviews.
"God" as a Core ValueJackson wears the jersey number 8, which he has stated represents his eight core values: God, Prayer, Faith, Family, Education, Sacrifice, Character, and Discipline. He regularly relies on prayer before and after games, regardless of the outcome, to keep himself grounded.
Humility and AwardsWhen accepting his major accolades—such as his Heisman Trophy and his NFL MVP awards—Jackson consistently opens his speeches by thanking his "Lord and Savior Jesus Christ," stating that "without Him, nothing is possible." He publicly attributes his humility to his faith, noting that if an athlete feels they are "bigger than the Lord," their success will disappear.