Ravens reveal Lamar Jackson’s Wild Card Status
The Baltimore Ravens clarified Lamar Jackson’s Wild Card status this weekend. The All-Pro quarterback injured his knee in Week 13. Jackson was trying to return for the playoffs. The Ravens would have a tough road against a divisional rival and defending AFC Champion Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday night.
Jackson provided a cryptic update on Thursday via Twitter:
Thank you everyone for your support and concerns regarding my injuries. I want to give you all an update as I am in the recovery process. I’ve suffered a PCL grade 2 sprain on the borderline of a strain 3. There is still inflammation surrounding my knee and my knee remains unstable. I’m still in good spirits, as I continue with treatments on the road to recovery. I wish I could be out there with my guys more than anything but I can’t give a 100% of myself to my guys and fans I’m still hopeful we still have a chance.
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According to Ian Rapoport with the NFL Network, on Friday morning, head coach Jon Harbaugh said he was unaware of Jackson’s message. He didn’t comment more on Jackson’s injury.
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According to the injury report provided by the Ravens, Jackson has been ruled out against the Bengals. Quarterback Tyler Huntley is questionable. Cornerback Brandon Stephens and wide receiver Tylan Wallace have also been ruled out for Sunday.
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According to Our Lads, undrafted quarterback rookie Anthony Brown is listed as the Ravens’ third quarterback on the depth chart behind Jackson and Huntley. Brown has a QBR rating of 9.1. He has zero touchdowns and two interceptions this season during his play against the Bengals in Week 18 and the Pittsburgh Steelers in December.