Particle.news
Get it on Google Play
Download on the App Store
9 ARTICLES
·
13h ago

Lamar Jackson Expected to Start for Ravens Against Bills

A likely return would restore Baltimore’s mobile attack and change play-calling for a struggling offense.

Image
Oct 4, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) sits on the bench after being removed from the game due to a possible injury during the third quarter against the Tennessee Titans at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Penn State offensive lineman Vega Ioane (OL30) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Image

Overview

  • Citing Thursday practice participation, multiple outlets report Jackson handled first‑team reps and is expected to start Sunday at Buffalo pending Friday’s official designation.
  • Jackson has been sidelined since a high‑ankle sprain in Week 4 and Baltimore went 1-2 without him while its offense scored 23 points across those two losses.
  • The Ravens got other encouraging practice returns on Thursday as defensive captains Kyle Hamilton and Roquan Smith and rookie guard Vega Ioane were back on the field after recent injuries.
  • Coach Jesse Minter pushed back on the idea that Jackson alone must ‘save’ the team and called for collective improvement from coaches, players, and support staff.
  • If Jackson plays, Baltimore’s offense would regain a quarterback who completed 70.8% of his passes with a 6:1 TD‑INT ratio early in the season, but final availability and snap counts will depend on Friday’s injury report.