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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Lamar Jackson’s return to the Baltimore Ravens lineup lasted just one play before he was forced to leave Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills with an injury to his throwing hand.
The Ravens quarterback headed to the locker room for further evaluation, leaving backup Tyler Huntley to take over under center. Jackson had only recently returned after missing three games with an ankle injury.
The latest development raises fresh concerns about Baltimore’s quarterback situation as the team looks to compete against Buffalo.
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Why did Lamar Jackson leave the game against the Bills?
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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Lamar Jackson left Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills after suffering an injury to his throwing hand on the opening play. The Baltimore Ravens quarterback headed straight to the locker room for further evaluation, with Tyler Huntley taking over under center.
Jackson suffered a right thumb injury. Schefter also reported that the two-time MVP was questionable to return (h/t ESPN’s Adam Schefter).
Lamar Jackson has a right thumb injury. https://t.co/p5APcKz0OM
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 1, 2026
Jackson had only just returned after missing the Ravens’ previous three games with an ankle injury. He completed a full week of practice ahead of the Buffalo matchup.
What does Lamar Jackson’s injury mean for the Ravens?
If Jackson cannot return, the Ravens will have to rely on Huntley to lead the offense for the remainder of the game.
Huntley started Baltimore’s previous three games during Jackson’s absence, giving him experience running the offense.
That could put more responsibility on running back Derrick Henry and the Ravens’ ground game.
The biggest concern now is whether Jackson’s throwing-hand injury is serious enough to keep him out beyond Sunday’s matchup. The Ravens will need further evaluation before his availability for upcoming games becomes clearer.