Ravens’ Lamar Jackson Remains Sidelined with Hamstring Post-Bye Week
Lamar Jackson, the star quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens, continues to be sidelined due to a right hamstring injury. As the team returned from their bye week, Jackson did not participate in practice on Monday, raising questions about his availability for the upcoming game against the Chicago Bears.
Lamar Jackson’s Injury Status
Jackson has missed the last two games after suffering his injury during a 37-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Ravens head coach John Harbaugh expressed cautious optimism last week about Jackson’s return. However, his absence during Monday’s practice leaves uncertainty regarding his participation in the team’s next matchup.
Team Outlook and Performance
The Ravens currently hold a disappointing record of 1-5, marking one of the worst starts in the franchise’s history. In the two games Jackson has been unable to play, the team’s offense has struggled significantly. Backup quarterback Cooper Rush has led the team to just 13 points during this period.
In a comparison of performance, the Ravens with Jackson as the starting quarterback have a record of 74 wins and 32 losses since 2018, averaging 28.1 points per game. Conversely, the team has struggled without him, managing only four wins against twelve losses and averaging 15.4 points.
Returning Players and Team Morale
Aside from Jackson, cornerback Chidobe Awuzie and middle linebacker Roquan Smith have returned from injuries. Meanwhile, wide receiver Zay Flowers, who maintains a close friendship with Jackson, mentioned that he is in regular contact with him, though specifics about Jackson’s recovery timeline remain unclear.
- Ravens’ Current Record: 1-5
- Jackson’s Record Since 2018: 74-32
- Average Points per Game with Jackson: 28.1
- Average Points per Game without Jackson: 15.4
- Ravens’ Playoff Chances: 28.6%
The outlook for the Ravens hinges on Jackson’s recovery. As the team aims for a midseason turnaround, the players remain hopeful about improving their performance. Cornerback Marlon Humphrey stated, “Everybody in our room is definitely still on the mindset that we still can do it and I believe we can.”
