Lamar Jackson’s comeback from a high-ankle sprain lasted all of one snap Sunday, ending with a right thumb injury that now requires surgery and a trip to injured reserve. This is absolutely brutal news for Baltimore, who had Jackson back on the field for the first time since Week 4.
One Play, Season-Altering Injury
Jackson, who had missed three games with that high-ankle sprain, was back in the huddle for the Ravens’ first offensive play against the Buffalo Bills. Then just like that, it was over. His right thumb took a hit, and he never returned to the game. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Sunday night that Jackson needs thumb surgery and will be placed on injured reserve. Head coach Jesse Minter confirmed after the game that surgery is a must and Jackson will be sidelined for multiple weeks at a minimum. When asked if this could end Jackson’s season, Minter just said, “We’ll see.” That’s not exactly reassuring, is it?
Ravens’ QB Room Hits Rock Bottom
The 36-10 loss to Buffalo dropped Baltimore to a shaky 4-4 record, but the quarterback situation behind Jackson somehow got even worse in the same game. Backup Tyler Huntley left in the second quarter with a toe injury and was ruled out by halftime. That meant undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano, who probably didn’t expect to see the field for a while, was suddenly taking his first NFL snaps. Losing two quarterbacks in one afternoon, after your starter already missed three games? That’s just a nightmare scenario.
The Ravens are set to host the Jacksonville Jaguars this Thursday, Nov. 5, facing a huge test with an undrafted rookie likely under center and their season suddenly teetering.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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