Because, in a way, it's now "easy.'' A recent article by SB Nation assembled a survey of 13 NFL analysts, asking them to ID the 30 best quarterbacks of all time. And at No. 23 in their collective rankings, they have the star QB of the reigning AFC North champions.

One reason Jackson is so confident in the Ravens this year is because the game seems to be slowing down for him. Jackson explained to Hart that things have actually gotten "easier" as his career has progressed. "As I've been getting older in the league, my mindset has been different and the game has gotten a lot easier for me," Jackson said.

A two-time MVP is among the quarterbacks whose contracts will need attention over the next 12 months. Who'll be in the money and who won't?