Lamar Jackson’s Week 5 status is still hanging in the balance, but Baltimore got a useful sign on Wednesday: the ankle injury that knocked him out of Sunday’s 24-18 win over the Tennessee Titans does not appear to be a major one.
Jackson sat out practice as the Ravens opened prep for Atlanta, yet ESPN Ravens reporter Jamison Hensley reported that he is a game-time decision after tests showed no major damage to his ankle. Baltimore had been hoping the injury wouldn’t sideline him for long, and this latest update at least keeps that hope alive.
Jackson was hurt in the Week 4 victory and did not come back for the second half. He was later seen leaving the stadium in a protective boot, which understandably raised concern. Wednesday’s news doesn’t clear him to play, but it does suggest the Ravens avoided the worst-case scenario.
Lamar Jackson injury update
Ravens coach Jesse Minter said Lamar Jackson is in the category of players who don’t have to practice and can still play Sunday pic.twitter.com/kgYsu6zIag
- Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) October 7, 2026
Jackson’s production is a big reason Baltimore wants him available. Through four games, he has completed 68 of 101 passes for 967 yards, six touchdowns and one interception, while also running for 144 yards. His 119.6 passer rating is among the best in the league.
If Jackson can’t go, Tyler Huntley is the fallback plan. He took over against Tennessee and went 8 of 9 for 63 yards in the second half as Baltimore closed out the win. Huntley also brings plenty of familiarity, with 11 career starts for the Ravens.
The Ravens head into Sunday night’s matchup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium at 3-1, while Atlanta is 2-2. Kickoff is set for 8:20 p.m. ET.
For now, Baltimore has reason to be encouraged without assuming anything. The coming practices will tell the real story.
If Jackson ramps up cleanly, he could be back against the Falcons. If not, Huntley would likely be asked to keep the Ravens on track again.
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