Lamar Jackson season-ending injury question
The gist
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson needs surgery on his right thumb and will go on injured reserve.
Baltimore is last in the AFC North, so its season hinges on his absence.
How it unfolded
- Nov 1, 2026Jackson injured his right thumb on Baltimore's first offensive snap at Buffalo when his hand struck Bills pass rusher Greg Rousseau's arm; he left the field and watched the second half with his thumb in a splint.
- Nov 1, 2026Minter said Jackson needs surgery and will go on injured reserve and may not return in 2026; Baltimore lost 36-10, fell to 4-4 and has lost three straight.
- Nov 1, 2026Backup Tyler Huntley was ruled out with a toe injury, forcing undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano in; he finished 10 of 21 for 91 yards with an interception.