Baltimore Ravens fans, brace yourselves for some concerning news. Your star quarterback, Lamar Jackson, is now officially absent from practice, adding to the growing list of injuries plaguing the team. But here's where it gets tricky: this isn't the first time Jackson has been sidelined.
The Ravens' practice report confirmed that Jackson sat out on Thursday due to an ankle issue. This comes on the heels of a limited practice on Wednesday, where he was nursing the same injury. It's a worrying development, especially considering his recent history of injuries. Since Week 10, Jackson has consistently missed practices, often taking Wednesdays off to recover from various ailments. This week, it's an ankle injury, but previously, it was a knee and a toe problem.
And this is not the only injury concern for the Ravens. Lamar Jackson's absence is compounded by the news that quarterback Tyler Huntley will step in if Jackson is unable to play against the Steelers. This season, Jackson's performance has been impressive, completing 64.8% of his passes for 1,841 yards, with 15 touchdowns and only 4 interceptions. However, he hasn't thrown a touchdown in his last three games, a first for him.
The injury woes continue with defensive tackle Travis Jones, who is now a non-participant for personal reasons. Wide receivers Rashod Bateman and Devontez Walker have also been downgraded to limited practice due to ankle and groin injuries, respectively. Meanwhile, outside linebacker Tavius Robinson, safety Ar'Darius Washington, and cornerback Nate Wiggins remain limited in their participation due to foot and Achilles-related issues.
With so many key players facing health challenges, the Ravens' upcoming games could be a real test of their depth and resilience. Will they be able to overcome these obstacles and maintain their momentum? Only time will tell. But one thing is certain: the Ravens' medical team has their work cut out for them!
