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Lamar Jackson Improving but Week 6 Availability Still Unclear for Ravens

A possible quick return would restore Baltimore’s mobile passing attack and change short-term roster plans for the trip to Cleveland.

Overview

  • Coach Jesse Minter said on Monday that Jackson is “definitely doing better” after a left-ankle sprain but declined to confirm whether Jackson will practice Wednesday.
  • Reports from Ian Rapoport say Jackson is recovering quickly and could potentially be available as soon as Week 6, though that return remains unconfirmed.
  • Tyler Huntley started in Week 5 and led the Ravens to a 30-23 overtime win in Atlanta, reducing immediate pressure on the team if Jackson is limited.
  • Center Cam Jurgens is nearing the end of concussion protocol and outside linebacker Trey Hendrickson plus receiver Ja’Kobi Lane are positioned to be cleared for the next game.
  • The key developments to watch this week are Jackson’s participation in practice and Jurgens’s medical clearance because Jackson’s mobility directly affects play-calling and personnel use against Cleveland.