Practice Rashod Bateman Sparkles on Saturday

Clifton Brown

The connection between Rashod Bateman and Lamar Jackson was scorching hot Saturday, much like the weather.

When Bateman caught Jackson's first pass of practice, scooping up a low 10-yard hitch pass for a first down, it was a sign of things to come. Bateman caught four passes from Jackson during the afternoon, including two deep crossing patterns that both gained more than 20 yards.

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