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Because, in a way, it's now "easy.'' A recent article by SB Nation assembled a survey of 13 NFL analysts, asking them to ID the 30 best quarterbacks of all time. And at No. 23 in their collective rankings, they have the star QB of the reigning AFC North champions.

While speaking with Ravens reporter Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic for a piece published on Wednesday, Baltimore wide receiver Rashod Bateman defended Jackson against what have become all-too-familiar criticisms.