Ravens’ Lamar Jackson Faces Questionable Return Sunday Against Bears
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson faces uncertainty regarding his return for the upcoming matchup against the Chicago Bears. Since becoming the team’s primary starter in 2019, the Ravens have struggled significantly when he is unavailable, recording a 5-12 record without him.
Lamar Jackson’s Season Performance
This season, Jackson has played four games, achieving one win and three losses. His passing statistics include:
- Passing Yards: 869
- Completion Rate: 68 of 95 (71.6%)
- Touchdowns: 10
- Interception: 1
- Rushing Yards: 166 on 21 attempts
- Rushing Touchdown: 1
Backup Quarterbacks Struggle
With Jackson sidelined, Tyler Huntley stepped in as the starter for the Ravens. Huntley’s performances have not been impressive. He has completed 34 of 52 passes for 303 yards, resulting in four interceptions and no touchdowns over his last four appearances. Huntley was previously signed by the Ravens after being released by the Cleveland Browns and has experience as Jackson’s backup.
Huntley’s Career Record
Huntley holds a career record of 5-9 as a starting quarterback. His experience includes:
- Five starts with the Miami Dolphins in 2024.
- Seven previous starts as Jackson’s backup from 2021-2023.
Looking Ahead to Sunday
Jackson’s injury status remains uncertain as the Ravens prepare for their next game. Fans and analysts alike await updates on his availability, likely to be decided just before kickoff on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET. The Ravens will need a strong performance regardless of which quarterback leads them if they hope to secure a victory against the Bears.
