Baltimore Ravens Injury Report: Lamar Jackson Out vs. Falcons, Huntley to Start

The Baltimore Ravens injury report is final, and the headline is clear: Lamar Jackson is out for Sunday night’s game against the Falcons. He missed all three practices this week with a sprained ankle, so Tyler Huntley will start. Pass rusher Trey Hendrickson and center Cam Jurgens are also out. Kickoff is 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

Here’s the full report, what it means, and how the Ravens can still win.

Ravens Injury Report: Final Game Statuses for Week 5

Status	Player	Injury
Out	QB Lamar Jackson	Ankle
Out	OLB Trey Hendrickson	Finger
Out	C Cam Jurgens	Concussion
Questionable	WR Zay Flowers	Foot
Questionable	G Andrew Vorhees	Foot
Questionable	CB Marlon Humphrey	Hamstring/calf

Defensive lineman Calais Campbell also sat out Friday’s practice, but only for rest, and he has no game designation. The Ravens will announce their inactives about 90 minutes before kickoff, so Flowers, Vorhees, and Humphrey remain worth watching.

That’s a rough list. It’s also a more complicated one than “Lamar’s out, panic.”

Why Lamar Jackson Is Out

Jackson sprained his ankle on a sack at the end of the first half against Tennessee and didn’t return. He did not practice at all this week. Coach Jesse Minter said earlier that Jackson could play without practicing, but the Ravens held him out once he never got on the field.

The good news is the long-term picture. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported earlier this week that the injury isn’t considered long-term or surgical, though Jackson could miss multiple games depending on rehab. The Ravens haven’t confirmed a timeline. Through four games, Jackson has completed 70.8% of his passes for 967 yards, six touchdowns, and one interception.

For more on the injury itself, read our Lamar Jackson injury update.

What Tyler Huntley Brings to the Offense

Huntley has been here before. He went 2-0 as the starter last season, beating Chicago 30-16 and Green Bay 41-24. This will be his 17th career start.

The Ravens’ record without Jackson is the part that worries fans. They’re 6-11 in the games Jackson has missed in his career. Huntley’s second half against Tennessee also didn’t help the mood. He went 8-for-9 for 63 yards, but the offense produced 116 total yards on 28 plays, and only two of his completions moved the chains, according to The Baltimore Banner.

Here’s the counterpoint, and it’s worth saying out loud. That half came with a 17-point lead, bad weather, and a conservative plan. Huntley now gets a full week to prepare as the starter, and offensive coordinator Declan Doyle has built a plan around him.

Doyle also knows Huntley’s work firsthand. When he was Chicago’s coordinator last year, Huntley and the Ravens beat his Bears. This week, Doyle said he has a lot of confidence in Huntley to run the system, and that the offense’s mentality doesn’t change.

Doyle’s Two Game Plans

Doyle prepared two separate game plans for this game, one for Jackson and one for Huntley. He’s done something similar before. Before the Cowboys game, with Flowers’ status unclear, he said he built “two different call sheets,” one with Flowers and one without.

Now only one of those plans matters. It’s a big test for a first-time play-caller. The Banner called this his greatest test yet, since he has to produce explosive plays without his quarterback’s running threat against the league’s top-ranked run defense.

The Falcons Are Hot, and Bijan Robinson Is Why

Atlanta is 2-2 after an 0-2 start, and the turnaround came when Michael Penix Jr. returned in Week 3. The Falcons have won both games since, scoring 80 points. Bijan Robinson ran for 349 yards and four touchdowns in those two games and sits second in the NFL with 614 scrimmage yards. Derrick Henry called Robinson “the best in the game right now.”

That matters for Baltimore’s defense. The Ravens will be without Hendrickson, their top pass rusher, and Humphrey is questionable. Atlanta’s offense is built on running the ball, then hitting Drake London over the top once defenders move forward.

The Run Defense Problem Cuts Both Ways

This section is our take.

The Falcons rank first in the league against the run, and no opponent has topped 68 rushing yards against them. That makes Sunday a tough one for Henry. The usual “lean on the run if the quarterback is out” plan doesn’t look easy.

But there’s a catch. Atlanta’s run defense hasn’t faced many strong ground games, and it hasn’t faced a running quarterback. Huntley isn’t Jackson, but he can scramble and keep the chains moving. That changes how Atlanta has to defend.

Doyle’s best path, in our view, is to attack the perimeter with speed, use Huntley’s legs on designed runs, and keep the throws short and manageable. The Ravens also need to avoid falling behind. Huntley is less likely to generate explosive plays when the offense has to chase points.

The Disrespect Argument

National analysts have grown more skeptical of the Ravens since Jackson’s status changed. ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky said earlier this week that he’s concerned about Baltimore with or without Jackson, citing the run defense.

Here’s our view. The skeptics have real evidence on their side. The Ravens’ record without Jackson isn’t great. But a few things get lost in that number. This team has a deep roster, a coordinator who prepared for this exact moment, and a backup who won both of his starts last year. We think the “Ravens are doomed” take is too simple.

The Falcons also haven’t beaten many great teams yet. They’re 2-2 and have been strong since Penix returned, but Sunday is a real test.

Our Prediction

We lean Ravens in a close, physical game. The path is clear: run the ball enough to stay on schedule, take shots on the perimeter, protect Huntley, and make Penix beat them from the pocket. Baltimore also needs its defense to tackle Robinson in space.

This is analysis, not a guarantee. Without Jackson and Hendrickson, the margin for error is thin.

What to Watch on Sunday Night

• Inactives, 90 minutes before kickoff. Flowers, Vorhees, and Humphrey are all questionable.
• Early-down success for Henry. Whether Baltimore can move the ball on the ground against Atlanta’s defense.
• Huntley’s first half. Are the Ravens finding explosive plays, or settling for short throws?
• Robinson in space. How the Ravens tackle him will decide a lot.
• Jurgens’ timeline. His Ravens debut is expected against the Browns next week.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamar Jackson playing Sunday night?

No. The Ravens ruled Jackson out with an ankle sprain after he missed all three practices this week.

Who is starting at quarterback for the Ravens?

Tyler Huntley. It will be his 17th career start.

What is on the Baltimore Ravens injury report for Week 5?

Jackson (ankle), Hendrickson (finger), and Jurgens (concussion) are out. Flowers (foot), Vorhees (foot), and Humphrey (hamstring/calf) are questionable.

What time do the Ravens play today?

Kickoff is Sunday, October 11, at 8:20 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The game airs on NBC and streams on Peacock.

When will Lamar Jackson return?

The Ravens haven’t announced a timeline. Rapoport reported earlier this week that he could miss multiple games, though the injury isn’t considered long-term.

Final Thoughts

The injury report looks scary, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. The Ravens have a plan, a backup with real wins, and a run game that can still make a difference. The Falcons are a real opponent, and Baltimore will need to play well on the road.

What’s your call? Can Huntley and Doyle pull this off in Atlanta, or is the injury list too long? Drop your answer in the comments, and check back after Sunday for the latest Ravens injury report.