The reigning NFL MVP might be out for a while.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson did not practice on Wednesday.
Many hoped this was done out of an abundance of caution or just to give Jackson an extra rest since he’s such a large part of Baltimore’s running game. Unfortunately, one prominent NFL insider has reported otherwise.
“Ravens are listing QB Lamar Jackson, who did not practice today, with back and knee injuries,” reported ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Ravens are listing QB Lamar Jackson, who did not practice today, with back and knee injuries. pic.twitter.com/MZ62Xi5Y4t
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 30, 2024
This is a brutal development for the Ravens even if it’s not totally unfamiliar. It seems as if Jackson always has injury problems that cause him to miss time as the season stretches out.
Hopefully, Jackson is not out of commission for too long this time, but if it does Baltimore will have to do some serious soul searching.
It’s worth wondering if Jackson is worth paying if he’s never available late in the season. The Ravens will definitely need all of their weapons available if they want to keep pace with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC North.
Luckily for Lamar, Baltimore traded for wide receiver Dionte Johnson from the Carolina Panthers. So, whenever he’s ready to take the field again, the Ravens will be ready to attack.
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Qwame Skinner has loved both writing and sports his entire life. In addition to his sports coverage at Comeback Media, Qwame writes novels, and his debut; The First Casualty, an adult fantasy, is out now.