Lamar Jackson shrugs off 'America's Team' label ahead of Ravens' game in Brazil
The short version
- Ravens face the Cowboys in Week 3 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Baltimore is coming off a loss to the New Orleans Saints
- Jackson joked about the Cowboys' 'America's Team' nickname, saying "This is America, that's Brazil"
- Jackson said he trusts NFL specialists on the Rio field conditions
- Kyle Hamilton and the team have adapted to the travel, per the report
The Ravens quarterback joked about the Cowboys' famous nickname as Baltimore prepared for its Week 3 game in Rio de Janeiro.
The Baltimore Ravens are preparing to face the Dallas Cowboys in Week 3 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, looking to rebound after a loss to the New Orleans Saints. Quarterback Lamar Jackson addressed the matchup during media availability ahead of the international game.
Asked about the Cowboys being known as "America's Team," Jackson responded with a grin: "This is America, that's Brazil." The remark, captured on video and shared on X, drew attention as the Ravens settled in abroad.
Jackson also addressed questions about the playing surface in Rio, saying through ESPN's Jamison Hensley that he trusts the NFL's specialists and is concentrating on winning rather than the turf. Safety Kyle Hamilton and teammates have adapted to the travel logistics as the team focuses on executing its game plan.
