Lamar Jackson’s much-anticipated return from an ankle injury lasted exactly one passing attempt on Sunday against the Buffalo Bills before the Baltimore Ravens’ star quarterback was forced out of the game with a right thumb injury. This is a gut punch, considering how crucial he is to that team.
One Play, One Big Problem
The injury happened on Jackson’s very first passing attempt of the game. His hand slammed into a Bills player’s helmet, and he was immediately in visible pain. You could see him grimacing as he left the field, trainers right there with him, heading straight to the locker room for further testing. The Ravens initially listed him as questionable to return, which felt like a faint hope, because by the end of that first quarter, he was officially declared out for the rest of the game.
A Concerning Injury Pattern for Baltimore
This isn’t just a one-off hit for Baltimore, it’s a seriously concerning pattern. Jackson had already missed the Ravens’ last three games due due to that ankle injury, and the team went a shaky 1-2 without him over that stretch. Looking back, he missed four games last season as well, battling hamstring and knee injuries. That absolutely derailed the Ravens’ year, causing them to miss the playoffs. Baltimore came into Sunday’s game with a 4-3 record, putting them in last place in the competitive AFC North. This latest injury could not come at a worse time.
This is a developing story, and every Ravens fan has to be holding their breath right now.
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Originally reported by Fox Sports.
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