“This is a bad look”: Lamar Jackson’s acting debut in new ‘Raising Kanan’ clip divides fans

Lamar Jackson just swapped his helmet for a script and let’s just say, the internet’s jaw dropped. The Baltimore Ravens quarterback made his acting debut in Starz’s hit series Power Book III: Raising Kanan, stepping into the role of a cold-blooded gangster named “E-Tone.” The vibe? Intense. The energy? Wild. And the reactions from NFL fans? Whew… all over the place.In the gritty world of Raising Kanan, Jackson appears as E-Tone, a no-nonsense enforcer working for Unique’s New Jersey crew.He’s introduced in a tense scene where his character doesn’t say much but makes it crystal clear that he means business. And honestly? For someone who’s never acted before, Lamar brought that same calm but deadly QB energy.No, the scene wasn’t NSFW in the traditional sense, more like emotionally intense, with strong language and street vibes typical of the Power universe. Still, it shocked some fans who weren’t expecting to see their franchise QB pop up in a gangster drama.The Starz network confirmed this is Lamar’s first-ever scripted role, and fans didn’t see it coming. Jackson himself posted on social media about the experience, saying, “I’m so excited for fans to see me in this new role and thrilled to be a part of Raising Kanan.”Once the clip hit Twitter/X, chaos ensued. Opinions flew faster than one of Lamar’s scrambles. Some fans loved it:Others? Not so impressed:Some users even questioned, sparking a mini-debate on whether this was really his first rodeo.Despite the split, everyone seemed to agree on one thing: Lamar knows how to surprise people.Lamar’s not the first NFL star to dabble in acting—Marshawn Lynch (Bottoms), Travis Kelce (basically every hosting gig ever), and even Aaron Rodgers (Game of Thrones) have all stepped into the spotlight. But Lamar’s approach is more “silent assassin” than “TV personality.”Off the field, Jackson’s already building a brand: he owns a soul food restaurant, has a record label, a clothing line called Era 8, and now, apparently, a growing interest in entertainment.But with the Ravens aiming for a deep playoff run in 2025, some fans are nervous about distractions. Others say it’s just smart business in the era of athlete-entrepreneurs.Also read - Stefon Diggs and Cardi B leave fans buzzing with cozy Met Gala after-party sighting