Omenihu Criticizes Jackson, Praises Allen Under Pressure

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson faced fresh criticism this week from Washington Commanders defensive end Charles Omenihu, who claimed on the Speakeasy podcast that defenses have effectively neutralized Jackson's playing style. Omenihu, who spent the past three seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs facing both Jackson and Buffalo Bills counterpart Josh Allen, contrasted the two signal-callers during an appearance on Thursday.

"I don't think the league has truly figured Allen out," Omenihu said. "With Lamar, honestly, you bring a five-man rush on him and collapse that pocket, he's drifting backwards and, unfortunately, he might make a play that isn't going to be the best play for the Ravens. With Josh, he's going to drift backwards, run around, and he's so hard to tackle. He's a large human being. Hard to get down. He can make every throw. Every throw from no matter where he's at. His arm strength is unbelievable. I don't think Lamar has that big amount of arm strength like Josh does."

Omenihu, drawing from his experience against both quarterbacks in playoff matchups, suggested that Allen's physicality and throwing ability give him an edge under pressure. He acknowledged...