Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is expected to miss Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons and could be sidelined for multiple weeks due to a left ankle injury, TVA Sports reported Tuesday, citing NFL Network football expert Ian Rapoport.
Ankle Injury Sustained Against the Tennessee Titans
The injury occurred with 14 seconds remaining in the first half of Sunday’s game when Jackson was sacked by Tennessee Titans defensive end Jermaine Johnson II. The contact caused the quarterback’s left ankle to turn awkwardly. Jackson did not take another offensive snap for the remainder of the afternoon, finishing the contest on the sideline as backup quarterback Tyler Huntley took over to help preserve a 24-7 halftime lead and secure the victory.
Following the final whistle, Jackson left M&T Bank Stadium wearing a protective walking boot. Pro Football Network reported that sports doctor Jesse Morse assessed the incident during the game and raised concerns over a potential high-ankle sprain, tweeting that he expected Jackson to miss the remainder of the contest. Jackson offered a brief one-word reply on social media to that assessment, writing “ouch” with an injury emoji.
MRI Determines Severity of Jackson Ankle Injury
Jackson was scheduled to undergo an MRI on Tuesday to determine the exact severity of the damage to his left ankle. While initial reports from Pro Football Network indicated he was considered day-to-day immediately after the game, Rapoport’s Tuesday update outlined a more extended absence, pointing toward a multi-week recovery window that puts his immediate availability in jeopardy.
The potential absence deals a significant blow to the Ravens’ offense. Through the first four games of the 2026 NFL season, Jackson completed 70.8 percent of his passing attempts for 967 yards and six touchdowns against just one interception. He also added 144 rushing yards and one score on 19 carries, anchoring a Baltimore squad that sits at 3-1 and holds second place in the AFC North division.
Huntley Takes over Offense Against Atlanta Falcons
With Jackson facing an extended recovery period, Baltimore prepares to turn its offensive operation over to Huntley for Sunday night’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. Huntley handled the offensive duties effectively after Jackson’s exit on Sunday, guiding the team through the second half without requiring the coaching staff to risk further punishment for their star pivot.
The Ravens’ front office and coaching staff await the formal results of Tuesday’s imaging to establish a definitive rehabilitation schedule. Further updates on Jackson’s roster designation and practice participation are expected from the team ahead of kickoff.
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