The Baltimore Ravens cornerback rode in the presidential vehicle during an event in Baltimore County on Tuesday.
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey said he plans to vote in the next election after meeting President Donald Trump and riding in his motorcade Tuesday at Sparrows Point, Maryland.
Humphrey joined Trump during a visit to Tradepoint Atlantic in Baltimore County, where the president announced plans for a defense manufacturing facility. Newsweek reported the $3.7 billion investment is projected to bring more than 3,000 jobs to Baltimore. Ravens kicker Tyler Loop, punter Ryan Eckley, and long snapper Nick Moore also attended the event.
Humphrey, a four-time Pro Bowl cornerback, said the invitation to ride in the presidential motorcade was unexpected. “President Trump asked us if we wanted to ride with him, and I was not going to turn down a ride with the president,” Humphrey said. He called traveling in the armored vehicle “quite an experience.”
Asked whether the appearance reflected his political views, Humphrey explained that he had never voted before. “To be honest, I did not vote,” Humphrey said. “I don’t think I’ve ever voted. I did try to vote this last time, but my absentee ballot didn’t come in.” He added, “So, I don’t really have any political beliefs,” before saying, “[But] I do plan on voting the next time around.”
During his speech, Trump gave a shoutout to Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and Jackson’s mother. Trump praised the quarterback as “some player” and told the audience he knows Jackson’s mother.
The event came as the Ravens prepare for a Sunday night game against the Atlanta Falcons. Jackson’s availability remains uncertain after he suffered an ankle injury during Baltimore’s 24-18 victory against the Tennessee Titans. Jackson completed 15 of 20 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns before exiting at halftime, and he missed the portion of Wednesday’s practice open to reporters.
