Dan Marino, arguably one of the greatest players in NFL history, comprehends the fleeting nature of championship opportunities. Marino’s sole Super Bowl appearance occurred in 1984, during his second season with the Miami Dolphins.
Despite his impressive performance, Marino and the Dolphins fell short against Joe Montana and the 49ers in Super Bowl XIX.
The parallel between Marino’s experience and the current journey of Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is noteworthy.
Despite Jackson’s exceptional talent, he has yet to play in a Super Bowl. However, he stands on the cusp of changing that narrative if he can secure a victory against the Kansas City Chiefs in his inaugural AFC Championship start.
When asked about his advice for Jackson in the upcoming game, Marino shared, “My advice is to let it flow. Enjoy yourself.
He is an incredible athlete. He’s a great player. He’ll probably be MVP. Just let it go. Use your teammates, and understand that there’s an opportunity that you might not get again, and get there. Get to the Super Bowl. Do whatever it takes.”
Marino expressed confidence in Jackson’s abilities, emphasizing that the Ravens have a significant chance to emerge victorious.
Acknowledging Jackson’s impressive performance throughout the season, Marino noted that Jackson has shown a willingness to do “whatever it takes” to secure a win.
Jackson’s versatility has been a crucial asset for the Ravens, adapting his play style to meet the team’s needs each week. Whether delivering a 300-yard passing performance or running for 100 yards, Jackson’s adaptability was evident in the divisional-round win over the Houston Texans.
Marino, recognizing Jackson as an exceptional athlete, highlighted a key moment in Sunday’s game where Jackson’s 14-yard run set up a crucial touchdown pass. The Ravens quarterback’s multifaceted approach and determination to seize opportunities make him a formidable player on the field.
As Jackson aims for his first Super Bowl ring, Marino, along with fellow Hall of Famers Bruce Smith and Terrell Owens, recently collaborated on the “M&M’s Ring of Comfort” promotion.
This unique promotion features 14K gold rings with diamonds crafted from real peanut butter M&M’s candies.
Marino described it as a lighthearted celebration for players who, like himself, played hard throughout their careers but didn’t secure a championship. The commercial will air during Super Bowl LVIII on CBS on Sunday, Feb. 11.
