Lamar Jackson left Baltimore’s Week 4 matchup against the Tennessee Titans walking off the field in a boot after suffering an ankle injury late in the second quarter. At the time, Jackson had completed 15 of 20 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns, adding 20 rushing yards before being replaced by Tyler Huntley. The Ravens managed to hold on for a 24-18 victory despite losing their starting quarterback.
Jackson is scheduled for an MRI on Monday to assess the extent of the injury. The exact nature of the ankle problem remains unconfirmed, but the team and league insiders await the scan results to determine his availability for Week 5. If Jackson is sidelined, Huntley is expected to start against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football.
Fantasy football managers are bracing for the potential impact of Jackson’s injury. He is considered an elite QB1 with exceptional upside, combining passing prowess with dynamic rushing ability. The concern is whether the injury is a low-ankle sprain, which could allow a quick return, or a high-ankle sprain, which tends to have a longer recovery and could potentially land Jackson on injured reserve.
The distinction matters greatly because Jackson’s mobility is central to his fantasy value. A high-ankle sprain lingering into the season would significantly reduce his effectiveness and availability. Fantasy analysts advise managers to prepare for a possible absence by considering Huntley or Michael Penix Jr. as emergency backups, especially since other popular streaming options are limited with Buffalo and Los Angeles playing Monday night.
Huntley, while competent, is viewed as a desperation option rather than a reliable fantasy starter. His upside is capped at roughly 190 passing yards, 50 rushing yards, and two touchdowns, which falls short of Jackson’s typical production. Fantasy managers without Jackson on their rosters will likely look elsewhere on the waiver wire rather than depend on Huntley for an extended period.
The Ravens’ injury update will be closely monitored, given the difficult schedule and the national spotlight of Sunday Night Football. Jackson’s status remains the most significant factor for both Baltimore’s offense and fantasy football lineups heading into next week. The MRI results expected Monday will provide the first clear indication of how long the quarterback might be sidelined.
According to Yahoo Sports.
