Lamar Jackson enters the 2026 regular season fully healthy after missing four games in 2025 with hamstring and back issues that limited him to 2,549 passing yards across 13 games. New offensive coordinator Declan Doyle has installed a scheme featuring more under-center snaps, play-action, pre-snap motion, and rhythm concepts drawn from his time with Ben Johnson and Sean Payton influences, shifting away from the prior heavy shotgun/pistol emphasis. Jackson has adapted quickly to altered footwork and praised the balanced attack, which pairs with Derrick Henry in the backfield and weapons including Zay Flowers and Mark Andrews. Historical patterns show Jackson posting strong passing outputs in his first year under new coordinators, though 17-game availability and defensive adjustments remain variables for total yardage.