Overview
- Jackson practiced in full Wednesday and returned to the field Thursday, reinforcing expectations he will start.
- Head coach John Harbaugh said he is “very optimistic” about Jackson’s availability for the division showdown.
- A deep back contusion kept Jackson out of the Week 17 win over Green Bay, and he was seen practicing with protective padding this week.
- Wide receiver Rashod Bateman (illness) and linebacker Kyle Van Noy (quad) missed a second straight practice, putting their status in doubt.
- Backup Tyler Huntley directed a 41-24 victory over the Packers as Derrick Henry shouldered 36 carries for 216 yards and four touchdowns.