Ravens Guard Silence: Does Lamar Jackson Play vs. Texans?

Amidst the uncertainty, the Baltimore Ravens remain cautious regarding the participation of their star quarterback, Lamar Jackson, in Sunday’s crucial match against the Houston Texans. Jackson, who suffered a hamstring injury during last Sunday’s loss to Kansas City, did not participate in Wednesday’s practice.

The Mystery of Jackson’s Availability

The Ravens’ head coach, John Harbaugh, has chosen not to reveal details about Jackson’s situation, indicating that the team is evaluating the numerous injuries day by day. When asked if Jackson is considered “day-to-day”, Harbaugh responded evasively, preferring not to comment on the matter. Harbaugh confirmed that he spoke extensively with Jackson on Tuesday and that the player has been present at all team meetings. “Lamar is working,” Harbaugh said. “He’s doing a great job.” Since the end of the 2022 season, Jackson, a two-time NFL Most Valuable Player, has not missed a game due to injury. Without Jackson on the field, Baltimore has a 4-10 record since 2018.

Possible Replacements and Other Injuries

In the event that Jackson is unable to play on Sunday, the Ravens could turn to Cooper Rush, former backup for the Dallas Cowboys, who joined the team this offseason.

He’s a professional’s professional. He really immersed himself in this offense [and] understands it extremely well. He’ll know what to do, and I know he’s excited about the opportunity to show what it’s all about.

Mark Andrews

In addition to Jackson, seven other key Ravens players were absent from Wednesday’s practice due to injuries, including Ronnie Stanley (ankle), Roquan Smith (hamstring), Nate Wiggins (elbow), Marlon Humphrey (calf), and Patrick Ricard (calf).

Everyone here in this organization is a fighter. We’ve been through adversity. We know what that’s like and there is no surrender in this group. I’m excited to show the world that.

Mark Andrews

With a 1-3 start to the season, the worst in the last 10 years, the Ravens face the Texans at home, being 1.5-point underdogs, amid uncertainty about Jackson’s participation.