Lamar Jackson Out vs Bengals, Huntley Starts — SkimNews
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- Lamar Jackson is officially ruled out for the third straight game due to an ankle injury, downgraded from questionable to out ahead of Sunday's matchup.
- Tyler Huntley will start at quarterback for the Ravens, stepping in again as Baltimore attempts to hold its playoff position without Jackson.
- Cincinnati Bengals enter the game off their bye week with extra rest, aiming to improve to 1-2 in divisional play after a loss to the Steelers.
- Baltimore Ravens fall to 4-2 after a narrow loss to the Browns, tightening the AFC North race with the Steelers and Browns also at 4-2.
- Derrick Henry leads the NFL with 130 carries and ranks fourth in rushing yards (534), powering a Ravens offense that averages 151.5 rushing yards per game.
- Ravens have ruled out linebacker Tavius Robinson (pectoral) and safety Jaylinn Hawkins (knee), weakening their defensive depth for the Bengals clash.
Why it matters: With Lamar Jackson sidelined and the AFC North race tied at 4-2 across three teams, Baltimore’s playoff hopes hinge on Huntley’s ability to manage the offense against a Bengals team poised to exploit weaknesses. The Ravens’ upcoming matchup with the 5-1 Bills makes this home loss especially costly if they can’t hold serve.
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