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Newer update on Lamar Jackson: Tyler Huntley starting vs. Cleveland in Week 6

Lamar Jackson injury update: Remains out of Thursday practice ahead of Week 5 vs. Falcons (ankle)

Lamar Jackson stayed out of Thursday's practice with an ankle issue, and Tyler Huntley is prepared to start if Jackson cannot play.

By Cole Hartwell

Lamar Jackson was again absent from Ravens practice on Thursday because of the ankle problem that forced him out of the Week 4 win over the Titans, per ProFootballTalk. Those watching the open part of practice confirmed he was not there.

What happened

Minter said Jackson does not necessarily need to practice this week to play Sunday, but ProFootballTalk notes that if he does no work before Friday’s session ends, it won’t create much reason to believe he’ll be on the field in Atlanta. Tyler Huntley will start if Jackson is out, with rookie Joe Fagnano as the backup.

Linebacker Trey Hendrickson (finger), cornerback Marlon Humphrey (hamstring, calf), and center Cam Jurgens (concussion) were also not present during the open portion of practice.

Context

Jackson has been on the field for 88% of Baltimore’s offensive snaps this season. He has thrown for 967 yards and six touchdowns with one interception, and rushed for 144 yards and another score, producing 80.1 PPR points through four games.

In Week 4 against Tennessee before leaving, Jackson was 15 of 20 for 222 yards and two touchdowns. The Ravens led 24-7 at halftime, and Huntley took over in the second half of that victory.

Timeline

On Oct. 4, Fantasy Football Desk reported that Jackson missed the second half of the Ravens’ win over the Titans with an ankle injury. He had thrown for 222 yards and two touchdowns in the first half, and Huntley finished the game under center.

On Oct. 8, Fantasy Football Desk reported that the Eagles traded Cam Jurgens to the Ravens. The Ravens had lost Danny Pinter to a torn patellar tendon, and Jovaughn Gwyn and Ethan Pocic to injuries in Week 3.

Depth chart

Tyler Huntley is the next quarterback up for Baltimore. He has played one game this season, throwing for 63 yards and running for 16 yards, which adds up to 4.1 PPR points. Sleeper has projected him for 12.0 PPR points in Week 5.

Joe Fagnano is also on the depth chart but has not played this season. Sleeper lists Skylar Thompson with an IR tag, and Aaron Bailey has not appeared in a game either.

What’s next

Jackson’s Week 5 availability should become clearer after Friday’s practice. The Ravens visit the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Oct. 11.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Huntley could be looking at a starting opportunity, though Jackson has not been ruled out. Losing Jackson would remove 80.1 PPR points from lineups, a significant amount given his production in four games.\n\nHuntley is not a reliable fantasy option outside of deeper formats. His 12.0-point projection from Sleeper is modest, and his 63 passing yards in one appearance this year provide little reason for confidence as a passer.\n\nBaltimore’s pass catchers would likely see a downgrade with Huntley. The offense has leaned on Jackson’s playmaking, and Huntley has not shown the same level of production.\n\nIf Jackson is out, Huntley is a desperation play in two-quarterback leagues. His rushing ability could provide a slight floor, but expectations should be kept low.

Quick answers

Who will start at quarterback for the Ravens if Lamar Jackson is out?

Tyler Huntley will start for the Ravens if Lamar Jackson is out, with Joe Fagnano as the backup.

Sources

  1. NFL schedule, Week 5 (ESPN)
  2. Player data (Sleeper)
  3. Baltimore Ravens depth chart, QB (Sleeper)
  4. Eagles Trade Cam Jurgens to Ravens for Two Picks (Fantasy Football Desk)
  5. Lamar Jackson (ankle) exits, Cam Ward struggles in Ravens' win (Fantasy Football Desk)
  6. Lamar Jackson remains out of Ravens practice Thursday (NBC Sports / ProFootballTalk)

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