Key Highlights
- Lamar Jackson returned to practice for the Baltimore Ravens.
- Zay Flowers and Tyler Linderbaum were added to the injury report with new injuries.
- The Ravens’ full Thursday injury report lists several players with limited or no participation.
- The Patriots also upgraded some player statuses on their injury report.
Ravens Injury Report: Jackson Back, New Injuries Listed
The Baltimore Ravens received a positive update as star quarterback Lamar Jackson returned to practice on Thursday. This development comes after he had been getting consistent rest and dealing with a minor illness that kept him at home.
New Injuries for the Ravens
However, the team also faced setbacks, adding three players to their injury report: wide receiver Zay Flowers, center Tyler Linderbaum, and John Jenkins. Flowers has a neck injury, while Linderbaum was limited by a knee issue. The absence of these key offensive linemen would be significant for the Ravens heading into an upcoming match against the Patriots.
John Jenkins’ status is due to illness, which could impact his availability during the game. His health is particularly concerning as the Ravens face one of the top defenses in the league.
Ravens Injury Report Details
The full Thursday injury report for the Ravens includes several changes and updates:
- CB Chidobe Awuzie (foot): Did not participate.
- LB Teddye Buchanan (knee): Limited participation. The team has not yet placed him on injured reserve but may wait to see if he’s ready to be activated.
- NT John Jenkins (illness) and LB Jay Higgins (knee, designated to return from injured reserve): Both are limited participants in practice.
Additionally, the Ravens have Lamar Jackson (illness), who returned as a full participant but could still be off the injury report by the end of the week. Other notable changes include:
- LT Ronnie Stanley (knee/ankle) and OLB Kyle Van Noy (quad): Limited participation.
- WR Rashod Bateman (foot), S Keondre Jackson (ankle), and DT C.J. Okoye (quad): Full participation.
Patriots Injury Report: Upgraded Statuses
The New England Patriots also provided an updated injury report, with some players showing improvements in their status:
- Defensive tackle Christian Barmore (non-injury related/other) and linebacker Christian Elliss (illness): Both returned to practice after missing Wednesday’s session.
- Cornerbacks Carlton Davis (hip), Marcus Jones (knee), linebackers Harold Landry (knee), and Robert Spillane (ankle): All logged their second absences in a row, with all four starters potentially missing the game against the Ravens on Sunday.
The Patriots’ injury report suggests that these players could be key factors for the Ravens to consider when preparing for the upcoming match. The absence of such strong defensive players would provide a significant boost to an already formidable New England defense.
Conclusion
Balancing Rest and Readiness
The latest injury reports from both teams highlight the delicate balance between rest, preparation, and readiness in professional sports. For the Ravens, the return of Lamar Jackson is a positive sign, while upgrades in key defensive players for the Patriots could spell trouble for Baltimore’s offense. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as this crucial matchup approaches.
The Ravens’ full Thursday injury report can be found below, along with the Patriots’ updated statuses: