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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will miss the team's Week 5 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons after suffering an ankle injury, the team announced. The news has ignited a flurry of responses from NFL fans across social media.
With Jackson unavailable, Tyler Huntley is set to make his first start of the season. The Ravens, under head coach Jesse Minter, are aiming to improve their record to 4-1. Jackson sustained the injury during Baltimore's Week 4 defeat to the Tennessee Titans. He briefly returned to the game and completed 8 of 9 passes for 63 yards before the team confirmed he would be sidelined for Sunday night's contest.
Fan Reactions Pour In
Jackson's absence has sparked considerable discussion among fans. Some are already predicting a dominant performance from the Falcons, who are coming off a convincing 45-24 victory over the New Orleans Saints. One supporter wrote, "Another Falcons primetime beatdown." Another joked, "It's okay they have a former Pro Bowler back there."
A broader observation was made about the rash of quarterback injuries this season. "This season is shaping up to be the year of the backup quarterback," one fan commented. Another expressed uncertainty about Baltimore's chances: "This could be a trap game! But it's going to be a good game."
Jackson's running style also drew scrutiny, with one fan suggesting, "Just when the Ravens got back to playoff form, I think him running a lot is finally getting to him." Another reaction focused on the game's diminished appeal: "Lamar out for Sunday night is rough. That game just lost a lot of juice." One fan asked, "This has to be some kind of record for most QB injuries in a year."
There was also support for Huntley, who has made 11 starts for Baltimore over six seasons, compiling a 5-6 record. He also started against Atlanta in 2022 and led the Ravens to a 17-9 victory. One fan wrote, "Tough break for Baltimore. Next man up. Huntley has proven he can manage the game. Wishing Lamar a quick recovery."
Minter expressed confidence in Huntley, and Jackson could potentially return in Week 6 against the Cleveland Browns, depending on his recovery. For now, Huntley has the opportunity to demonstrate that Baltimore can cope without its star quarterback when the Ravens travel to Atlanta on Sunday night.
Originally reported by yahoo.