Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is considered day-to-day as the team awaits additional information about the left ankle injury that ended his afternoon against the Tennessee Titans.
Jackson suffered the injury while attempting to escape Titans defensive end Jermaine Johnson II on Baltimore’s final offensive play of the first half. Johnson landed on the back of Jackson’s leg while completing the sack.
Jackson met with the medical staff and went to the locker room before halftime. He remained in uniform on the sideline during the second half but did not return to Baltimore’s 24-18 victory. The two-time MVP completed 15 of 20 passes for 222 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions before the injury. He also rushed twice for 20 yards as Baltimore built
a 24-7 halftime lead.
Jackson left the stadium in a walking boot and is expected to undergo an MRI. NFL Network reported that he is day-to-day and that the Ravens hope he can play against Atlanta in Week 5. Coach Jesse Minter said there had been some discussion about Jackson returning against Tennessee, another indication that the initial examination did not reveal an obvious major injury.
Jackson retweeted a medical doctor on Twitter/X who was evaluating his injury and didn't seem worried about missing the showdown against the Falcons.
🤕 ouch https://t.co/uKnONRWLPG
— Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) October 5, 2026
What could the MRI reveal?
The best-case result would be a mild sprain without significant ligament damage. That outcome could make Jackson’s availability dependent on swelling, mobility, and his response to treatment throughout the week.
A moderate sprain or partial ligament tear could sideline him for multiple games. Evidence of a high-ankle injury would also create more concern because those injuries generally require a longer recovery than a routine lateral sprain. A complete ligament tear or associated fracture would cause the longest absence, although the day-to-day designation and discussion of a possible return Sunday make a severe injury seem less likely.
Dr. Jesse Morse lists recovery at approximately one to two weeks for a Grade 1 ankle sprain and six to eight weeks for a Grade 3 injury.
Tyler Huntley would start if Jackson cannot play. Huntley completed 8 of 9 passes for 63 yards and rushed four times for 16 yards against Tennessee, although Baltimore was held scoreless after halftime.
Jackson’s practice participation will become the next checkpoint as the 3-1 Ravens prepare to visit Atlanta on Sunday night.
Update
Ravens coach Jesse Minter offered an encouraging but inconclusive update Monday on Lamar Jackson’s injured left ankle. Asked whether Jackson would start Sunday night against the Atlanta Falcons, Minter said, “I don’t know the chances yet,” but added that he does not expect the injury to be “crazy long-term.”
Coach Minter on Lamar Jackson: pic.twitter.com/tsYbl1CDQy
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) October 5, 2026
The update leaves Jackson’s Week 5 availability uncertain while reducing concern about an extended absence. He remains day-to-day after leaving Baltimore’s 24-18 win over Tennessee at halftime and later departing the stadium in a walking boot. Jackson completed 15 of 20 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns before the injury. If he cannot play in Atlanta, Tyler Huntley would be positioned to start after completing 8 of 9 passes for 63 yards in relief. Jackson’s practice participation will provide the next meaningful indication of his availability.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Lamar Jackson injury update: Latest on Ravens' star QB's ankle injury
