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Lamar Jackson Placed on IR After Thumb Injury
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In Short: Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will undergo surgery and be placed on injured reserve after suffering a thumb injury in Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will be placed on injured reserve after suffering a thumb injury during Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills. Head coach Jesse Minter announced the news after the game, confirming that Jackson will need surgery on his right thumb.
Jackson was injured on his first snap back from a three-game absence due to a high ankle injury. The injury occurred when his right hand was struck by Bills outside linebacker Greg Rousseau, who was attempting to knock down the throw.
The injury could potentially be season-ending, and Jackson will miss at least four games. However, his absence is likely to be much longer due to the need for surgery and recovery time.
Jackson acknowledged that he was not at 100% after some 'bumps and bruises,' but expressed hope to be ready to play on Thursday. However, Minter emphasized the need for caution, stating that the team should give Jackson one more week to ensure his ankle is fully healed.
Right tackle Roger Rosengarten expressed regret over the unfortunate timing of the injury, saying, 'That first play was super unfortunate.' The injury occurred on the first play of the game, setting a challenging precedent for the rest of the season.
The Ravens have struggled since Jackson's previous absence due to injury, and his return was short-lived. With Jackson out, the team will start Tyler 'Snoop' Huntley at quarterback for a second straight week.
While the Ravens are optimistic about Jackson's eventual return, the immediate focus is on managing the injury and ensuring a full recovery. The team's next game is against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday night, with Huntley expected to lead the offense.
What this adds
The news of Jackson's injury and subsequent surgery comes as a significant blow to the Ravens' season, as he is a crucial player for the team. The injury occurred on his first snap back from a three-game absence due to a high ankle injury, highlighting the fragility of his recovery.
The Ravens have been dealing with a series of injuries to their offensive line, making the loss of Jackson even more challenging. The team's immediate focus will be on managing the quarterback situation and ensuring a smooth transition with Huntley at the helm.
Background
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will undergo surgery and be placed on injured reserve after injuring his right thumb in Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills.
Head coach Jesse Minter announced Friday that Lamar Jackson will not play Sunday against the Browns due to an ankle injury.
What's confirmed
- Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will be placed on injured reserve to undergo surgery on a right thumb injury suffered in Sunday’s loss to the Buffalo Bills, head coach Jesse Minter announced after the game.
- Minter said that the injury could “potentially” be season-ending.
What's still developing
- He was limited in practice on Wednesday, but Jackson said Friday that he was still experiencing pain when he ran, making him uncertain if he could help the team by playing.
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- The two-time NFL MVP has missed the last two weeks with an ankle injury and Tyler Huntley has started in his place.
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