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Jackson Named AFC Offensive Player of the Week as Ravens Enter Week 10 Favored at Vikings

Baltimore’s two-game surge after his return has reset expectations.

Overview

  • Following a three-game absence with a hamstring injury, Lamar Jackson earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 9 after going 18-of-23 for 204 yards and four touchdowns in a 28-6 win at Miami.
  • The Ravens have won two straight to reach 3-5, prompting a climb across national power rankings that reflects renewed playoff hopes.
  • Oddsmakers list Baltimore as roughly a 4 to 4.5-point road favorite over Minnesota for Week 10, with FanDuel posting Ravens -4.5.
  • The Miami victory showcased complementary football, including Derrick Henry’s 119 rushing yards and a defense that allowed no touchdowns and forced three turnovers.
  • Minnesota presents a stiffer test as quarterback J.J. McCarthy has returned from a high-ankle sprain and guided a 27-24 upset of the Lions to bring the Vikings to 4-4.