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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8). Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images.
The Baltimore Ravens could be heading into one of their most important games of the early season without their biggest offensive weapon. With a primetime matchup against the Atlanta Falcons approaching, Baltimore is still waiting for clarity on the availability of its starting quarterback.
Head coach Jesse Minter has remained hopeful about the situation, leaving the door open for a late decision. However, as the weekend approaches, the Ravens are running out of opportunities to get their franchise quarterback ready for Sunday night.
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Lamar Jackson misses another Ravens practice ahead of Falcons game
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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8). Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images.
The latest development is concerning: Lamar Jackson was absent during Friday’s portion of Ravens practice open to the media, meaning the quarterback has not practiced at all this week while dealing with an ankle injury (h/t Jamison Hensley of ESPN). The continued absence puts his availability for Sunday’s game against Atlanta in serious doubt.
Jackson suffered the injury during Baltimore’s Week 4 victory over the Tennessee Titans and did not return after halftime. He was later seen leaving the stadium in a protective boot, raising questions about whether he would recover in time for the upcoming matchup.
Despite the missed practices, Minter has not ruled out Jackson playing. The coach said Wednesday that experienced players can sometimes be ready for a game without practicing during the week, adding that the team would continue monitoring Jackson’s recovery before making a decision.
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (ankle) is not present during Friday’s practice media viewing.
That means Jackson hasn’t practiced all week, which is usually a bad sign.
But Ravens coach Jesse Minter said Wednesday that Jackson could play without practicing.
If Jackson can’t play,…
— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) October 9, 2026
Still, missing the entire practice week is hardly encouraging for a quarterback preparing to face a competitive opponent on the road. Until Baltimore provides a definitive update, Jackson’s status remains uncertain rather than officially ruled out.
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Tyler Huntley could start for Ravens against Falcons
If Jackson cannot play, Tyler Huntley is expected to take over as Baltimore’s starting quarterback. The veteran backup replaced Jackson against Tennessee and completed eight of nine passes for 63 yards, while adding 16 rushing yards on four attempts.
Huntley has previous experience stepping in for Jackson, including during the 2024 and 2025 seasons. However, replacing a two-time NFL Most Valuable Player presents a significant challenge, particularly against an Atlanta team that has found momentum after a difficult start to the season.
The Ravens are also managing several other injuries, including issues affecting cornerback Marlon Humphrey and linebacker Trey Hendrickson. Their availability could further complicate Baltimore’s preparations for Sunday night.
Baltimore travels to Atlanta for the Week 5 matchup on Sunday, October 11. Jackson’s final status will be crucial to the Ravens’ game plan, with Huntley preparing to start if the quarterback cannot recover sufficiently to play.