Ravens' Roquan Smith Ruled Out for Monday Night Game Against Chargers
The All-Pro linebacker will miss his first game due to injury since 2019, leaving Baltimore's struggling defense without its leader.
- Roquan Smith, the NFL's co-leader in tackles with 110, will not play against the Chargers due to a hamstring injury sustained in Week 11.
- This marks Smith's first injury-related absence since 2019, when he ended the season on injured reserve with a torn pectoral muscle.
- The Ravens plan to replace Smith's presence on the field by committee, with Malik Harrison and Chris Board expected to step up in his absence.
- Baltimore's defense has struggled this season, ranking 26th in total yards allowed and last in passing yards allowed per game.
- The Ravens, currently 7-4, face a challenging matchup against a Chargers offense led by Justin Herbert and a strong rushing attack.