The Atlanta Falcons have gone 2-0 in prime time this season and will look to make it three straight wins when they face the Baltimore Ravens in Week 5. The Ravens are a formidable opponent, but star quarterback Lamar Jackson is dealing with an ankle injury that could force him to miss Sunday's game.
According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, Jackson is unlikely to play against the Falcons on Sunday Night Football and could be out for Week 6 as well.
"My understanding is Lamar Jackson has just an outside chance of being able to play on Sunday - not a great chance," said Rapoport. "My understanding, though, [he's] likely to miss this week. There's a chance that he's not able to be out there next week as well. After that, he should be good to go."
Assuming
Jackson sits out, the Falcons will face Ravens backup quarterback Tyler Huntley in Week 5.
From @BigDayESPN: The #Ravens may not have QB Lamar Jackson this week. pic.twitter.com/ILmO4CjTl1
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 6, 2026
Jackson sat out for the second half of the Ravens' win over the Tennessee Titans. While many assumed his absence was simply a precaution with the game already out of reach, the two-time league MVP's ankle injury sounds like it's worse than was initially reported.
The Falcons just dismantled the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football by a final score of 45-24. After starting 0-2, Atlanta has reeled off two straight prime-time wins to move into a tie for first place in the division.
Whether Jackson plays or not, the Falcons might be the hottest team in the NFL right now, and should not be overlooked.
This article originally appeared on Falcons Wire: NFL insider provides update on Lamar Jackson's status vs. Falcons
