Lamar Jackson: 'I'd Be Happy' If Antonio Brown Signed a Contract with Ravens

Reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson is open to the idea of the Baltimore Ravens signing free-agent wide receiver Antonio Brown.

According to Aaron Kasinitz of PennLive.com, the young quarterback said, "I'd be happy," when asked what his reaction would be if the Ravens added Brown.

The 31-year-old Brown is a seven-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro, but he played just one game last season and was released by both the Oakland Raiders and New England Patriots. The Raiders cut ties with Brown because of insubordination, while New England moved on from him after sexual assault and intimidation allegations.

Brown did work out with the New Orleans Saints late last season, but he was not signed. The NFL's continued investigation into the allegations against him and whether it will result in a suspension may be playing a role in Brown remaining a free agent.

Also, Brown turned himself in to Hollywood, Florida, police in January after a moving truck driver alleged that Brown assaulted him and threw rocks at his truck during a dispute. In April, Brown was charged with felony burglary conveyance, misdemeanor battery and misdemeanor criminal mischief for the alleged attack, per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.

In nine seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Brown recorded 837 receptions for 11,207 yards and 74 touchdowns, making him arguably the best wideout in the league during that time.

From 2013-18, Brown registered at least 100 catches, 1,200 yards and eight touchdowns in every season.

In his one game for the Pats last year, he made four grabs for 56 yards and a touchdown.

Brown already has a link to Jackson and the Ravens, as he was spotted working out with Jackson and wide receiver Marquise "Hollywood" Brown earlier this month. AB and Hollywood are cousins.

While the Ravens finished 14-2 last season, they lost to the Tennessee Titans in the divisional round of the AFC playoffs. A lack of weapons in the passing game may have played a role in the Ravens' early exit.

Tight end Mark Andrews led the Ravens last season in receptions (64), receiving yards (852) and receiving touchdowns (10). Among wideouts, Brown led the way with 46 grabs for 584 yards and seven scores.

Though those were solid numbers for a rookie, Brown didn't have much support. Willie Snead IV was next among receivers with 31 catches for 339 yards and five scores.

The Ravens have done little to address the position this offseason, and they even lost No. 3 wideout Seth Roberts. That means Baltimore could be targeting a receiver in the draft.

Aside from that, perhaps Brown could be an option. The move wouldn't come without risks, including the possibility of a suspension.