​Joseph Maiorana-Imagn ImagesSaints news: Brandon Staley gives Lamar Jackson his flowers, but not for his running ability appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The New Orleans Saints play the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, and New Orleans defensive coordinator Brandon Staley isn’t overlooking Lamar Jackson. In media availability on Thursday, Staley spoke extensively about Lamar Jackson’s passing ability, showing he isn’t overlooking the two-time MVP’s arm talent.#Saints DC Brandon Staley gives high praise for QB Lamar Jackson’s passing ability.“He’s just so spectacular doing the other stuff that some people… I think minimize his ability to beat you from the pocket.” pic.twitter.com/b3X6nRLFiGWatch sports LIVE with fuboTV (free trial)— NOF (@nofnetwork) September 17, 2026“Well, I’m glad you mentioned that because this guy’s one of the top throwers at the position. He’s just so spectacular doing the other stuff that some people, uh, I think minimize his ability to beat you from the pocket. He’s got a very strong arm, and this was even coming out of Louisville. Um, he’s got a very strong arm.”He then went deeper into what he’s noticed about his mechanics and the effectiveness of his throws.“He’s got a very quick release so he doesn’t need a lot of room in the pocket. He can make tight window throws because his release is so fast. Um, and he can drive the ball. He can drive the ball to all parts of the field. If you look– take a look at his highlight reel, you’re gonna see 50 and 60-yard touchdowns where the ball’s traveling a long ways because he’s got a very strong arm.”He also put Jackson’s talent into the context of NFL history.“He has seen so many defenses. He’s been in so many situations. He’s just playing with a ton of confidence, um, because he’s got a bigger inventory to draw from now. So, um, you know, he’s one of the top players in the history of the game and that’s just a fact.”Related: Saints’ Tyler Shough gets ‘poor man’s Josh Allen’ comparison from Ravens DCRelated: Saints’ Chris Olave, Chase Young land on injury report ahead of Week 2 game vs. Ravens