Ravens running back Justice Hill cleared to play Week 9 despite groin issue
The gist
Ravens running back Justice Hill was cleared to play Thursday against the Jaguars with no injury designation.
Hill stays Baltimore's top passing-down back while the team sorts out its quarterback injuries.
How it unfolded
- Dec 10, 2025The Ravens placed Hill on injured reserve after a neck issue ended his 2025 season; he finished with 18 carries for 93 yards and two touchdowns plus 21 catches for one score.
- Jul 1, 2026The Athletic's Jeff Zrebiec reported the Ravens see Hill as a good complement to Derrick Henry and value his ability out of the backfield.
- Aug 24, 2026Hill was in line to open the 2026 season as the Ravens' No. 2 running back in the final year of his contract.
Key terms
- injured reserve
- A designation in North American pro sports leagues for athletes who are injured and unable to play.
- fantasy leagues
- A game where participants manage virtual football teams and earn points based on real players' performances.
Source: Wikipedia