Lamar Jackson spoke it into existence. And the signing of Jaire Alexander could help spark a Lamar Jackson extension. At a minimum, it can't hurt the Ravens' effort to get a deal done. In 2023, Baltimore's decision to give receiver Odell Beckham $15 million in full guarantees on a one-year deal absolutely helped mend fences with Jackson — and ultimately to get him signed.

Alexander joins a Ravens team that has been struggling to get over the hump come every January.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson advocated for Baltimore to sign cornerback Jaire Alexander when speaking with reporters Tuesday.