Lamar Jackson won’t be under center for the Ravens on Sunday, officially downgraded to out with that nagging ankle issue. This isn’t just a bump in the road, folks. It’s the third game he’s missed this season because of it, and the news dropped Saturday when he expressed optimism just Friday. Now it’s Tyler Huntley’s turn to lead the charge against the Bengals.
Jackson’s Ankle Problem Is Getting Real
The biggest gut punch here is that this isn’t some minor tweak. Jackson confirmed on Friday that he’s dealing with a high-ankle sprain, which is a whole different beast. He even said it himself, contrary to some other reports, and anyone who’s followed sports knows a high-ankle sprain typically demands more time to heal. It also brings with it more intense and persistent pain, which sounds exactly like what Jackson’s been battling.
Just Friday, Jackson sounded hopeful, saying, “Right now, I’m heading in the right direction.” But apparently, that direction took a hard left turn, with the team making the downgrade Saturday. Usually, you don’t see a questionable player downgraded this late unless it’s a road team. The Ravens are at home, which just makes this even more telling about the severity of Jackson’s situation. He was honest about the pain being the real enemy, not swelling. He can walk fine, but running, that’s where the pain spikes. And as he put it, trying to play through that kind of pain would only mess up the team’s shot at winning. Smart move, even if it hurts to watch him on the sidelines.
What’s Next for the Ravens?
So, it’s Tyler Huntley’s show once more against the Bengals. Losing your star QB for the third time this season, especially with that confirmed high-ankle sprain, is a rough blow for any team. You gotta wonder how long this lingering issue will keep him out, and what it means for their momentum going forward in the regular season. The Ravens need to find a way to keep winning, but that’s a tall order without their MVP-caliber quarterback.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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