Overview
- Jackson did not take part in Wednesday’s media-viewing practice and was listed limited with a back issue on the first Week 4 report, prompting early concern among reporters and fans.
- The quarterback returned to full practice on Thursday and the team’s final pregame report on Friday gave him no injury designation, with national insiders calling the issue minor and saying he is expected to start on Sunday.
- Baltimore lost both centers (Jovaughn Gwyn and Ethan Pocic) to injuries in Week 3 and listed them out for Week 4, creating an immediate hole in the offensive line.
- To address the center crisis the Ravens signed veterans Andre James and Kyle Hergel to the practice squad and are preparing rookie Vega Ioane, who has started at guard, to take snaps at center if needed.
- The combined developments mean game planning may shift toward more planned protection and running plays to protect Jackson and to help Derrick Henry produce while the line stabilizes, and Jackson’s recent injury history keeps the team cautious about his workload.