Lamar Jackson sustained an ankle injury in the waning seconds of the second quarter of Sunday’s 24-18 win over Tennessee and will miss the remainder of the game. His status for Week 5 against Atlanta is uncertain. Jackson is listed as day-to-day and underwent testing Monday, according to CBS Sports. Minter did say he believes the injury is not a long-term concern, according to Sporting News.
Lamar Jackson’s Status And Medical Tests
Jackson did not return after halftime. He left the stadium in a walking boot following the game, though Ian Rapoport of NFL Network noted that the boot may have been precautionary to prevent further aggravation.
Who Could Start If Jackson Cannot Play
Backup Tyler Huntley directed the offense for the entire second half Sunday, leading the Ravens to victory. Huntley has six seasons of NFL experience, including five with Baltimore and one with Miami. Last season, the former Utah star led the Ravens to a 41-27 road win over Green Bay when Jackson sat out.
Jackson’s Season Role And Team Record Without Him
Jackson has been a centerpiece of Baltimore’s 3-1 start. In Sunday’s win over Tennessee, he completed 15 of 20 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns while adding 20 rushing yards on two carries before the injury.
Jackson’s absence is significant for the Ravens’ title hopes. Since 2019, his first full year as starter, Baltimore is 73-34 with him and just 6-12 without him, per Stat Muse.
What’s Next
Jackson is expected to undergo further evaluation leading up to Sunday night’s game against Atlanta. Minter indicated an update on his status is possible, though the Ravens’ early expectation, according to Rapoport, is that Jackson will be ready to play Week 5 against the Falcons.
Reporting from CBS Sports, ESPN, Sporting News and Bleacher Report contributed to this story.
