Overview
- Jackson left the Week 4 game with an ankle injury and underwent an MRI, and he missed team practices on Wednesday and Thursday as coaches and medical staff continued daily evaluations.
- NFL insiders have called the sprain “unconventional” or rare, which has made the prognosis and timeline for a return harder to predict than a standard high- or low-ankle sprain.
- Offensive coordinator Declan Doyle is preparing two separate game plans so the Ravens can run one tailored to Jackson’s strengths or an alternative plan for veteran backup Tyler Huntley if Jackson does not practice Friday.
- If Jackson cannot play, Huntley—who completed 8-of-9 passes after relieving Jackson in Week 4—would start and the Ravens expect to lean heavily on Derrick Henry and quick passing to maintain offensive continuity.
- Baltimore is also managing other absences and roster moves, including Marlon Humphrey’s limited availability and new acquisition Cam Jurgens entering concussion protocol, which will shape lineups and game-day decisions.