Overview
- Harbaugh said he spoke with Jackson that morning and dismissed anonymous claims that the quarterback has fallen asleep in meetings or receives preferential treatment.
- Jackson is day-to-day with a back contusion; Harbaugh said he reviewed the MRI and described it as a deep-tissue injury that has limited Jackson’s practice participation.
- The Ravens are 7-8 and face elimination scenarios in Week 17, raising questions about short-term availability at quarterback with Tyler Huntley ready if Jackson cannot play.
- Speculative trade talk has grown after the column, with the Dolphins and Raiders frequently mentioned and theoretical packages including multiple first-round picks.
- Contract factors loom over any decision, as public cap figures cite projected $74.5 million hits in 2026 and 2027 and a full no-trade clause that Jackson would have to waive.