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Lamar Jackson Battles Third Straight Week of Injury
25 Nov
Summary
- Lamar Jackson is experiencing a toe injury, marking his third consecutive week with a new ailment.
- The Ravens quarterback has missed practices due to knee and ankle issues in prior weeks.
- Despite injuries, Jackson has played in all games but his performance metrics have declined.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is currently grappling with a toe injury, which marks the third consecutive week he has been sidelined by a new ailment. This follows recent issues with knee soreness and an ankle injury that caused him to miss practice sessions. Despite these physical challenges, Jackson has continued to play in all games, though his performance has noticeably declined.
Jackson is experiencing the worst statistical stretch of his career, failing to achieve a 60% completion rate or 200 passing yards in three consecutive games. Coach John Harbaugh expressed pride in Jackson's efforts, stating he is playing winning football and working hard. Despite these individual struggles, the Ravens have achieved significant team success, winning five straight games and tying for the AFC North lead.
Looking ahead, Jackson and the Ravens are set to host the Cincinnati Bengals on Thanksgiving. Jackson boasts an impressive 10-1 record against the Bengals. He has thrown for 15 touchdowns and three interceptions this season, with a QBR of 63.3, while also facing a high number of sacks.
