is one of the NFL's best young players. He's also one of its most outspoken. Last month, he called rookie quarterback " " and said quarterback " ." The cornerback did put quarterback
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Josh Huff Jersey his grandmother if she was on the other team. "No, I definitely would. She know that. My grandma knows that. I love you, but you know that," he said. "Would she hit me back? Grandma might not get up from one of my licks." Jaguars CB Jalen Ramsey says he definitely would hit his grandma on the field. I love you, but you know that. Mark Long (@APMarkLong) You've been warned, Grandma. In case you're wondering, think the Jaguars will beat the Patriots, who are 2-point favorites.
