Lamar Jackson Returns to Practice Field for Ravens

Introduction to the Injury

Lamar Jackson, the two-time MVP, has returned to the practice field for the Baltimore Ravens after missing two games due to a hamstring injury. His teammates were thrilled to see him back on the field, although the extent of his progress remains unclear.

Reaction from Teammates and Coaches

“He’ll continue to get better and better,” said center Tyler Linderbaum. "We’ll be happy to have him out on the field whenever that is.” Coach John Harbaugh also commented on Jackson’s progress, stating, “It’s hard to put a number on it. I think it’s just part of the process right now. I really don’t have any shareable injury intelligence for you guys at this point.”

Practice and Availability

Jackson was listed as limited in practice on Wednesday and took the field a few minutes after the other quarterbacks. He wore a helmet and made some throws, receiving hugs from teammates. However, his availability for the upcoming game against Chicago is still uncertain.

The Ravens have been holding out hope that Jackson’s return can help save their season after four straight losses.

Impact on the Team’s Season

The Ravens (1-5) host the Bears on Sunday and then have a quick turnaround before playing at Miami the following Thursday. Harbaugh stated that the short time between games won’t be a factor in when they bring Jackson back. “I don’t think we’re thinking about it that way,” he said. “We’re focused and locked in on Sunday’s game, and that’s it right now.”

Updates on Other Players

Baltimore didn’t make any drastic changes during its week off. The Ravens haven’t announced any coaching changes, and the other two quarterbacks — Cooper Rush and Tyler Huntley — are still on the roster. Harbaugh announced that linebacker Tavius Robinson (broken foot) was going on injured reserve, and offensive lineman Emery Jones was coming up to the active roster.

Other Injuries and Updates

Cornerback Marlon Humphrey missed practice with an illness on Wednesday, but other Baltimore players who have been injured recently were full participants: linebacker Roquan Smith (hamstring), tackle Ronnie Stanley (ankle), fullback Patrick Ricard (calf), receivers Zay Flowers (shoulder) and Tez Walker (oblique), and cornerback Chidobe Awuzie (hamstring).

Not Playing Around

Harbaugh was asked about recent reports that games and recreational items had been removed from Baltimore’s locker room. He said that wasn’t his doing. “The stuff was taken out of the locker room. I was informed of it after it was gone by the equipment guy, and that the players, the veteran players, a couple of veteran players got together and decided they wanted to take that stuff out,” Harbaugh said.

Conclusion

Lamar Jackson’s return to the practice field is a welcome sight for the Ravens, but his availability for the upcoming game remains uncertain. The team is focused on their game against the Bears on Sunday and is taking things one step at a time.

FAQs

• Q: How long has Lamar Jackson been out with an injury?
  • A: Lamar Jackson has missed the past two games with a hamstring injury.
• Q: Is Lamar Jackson expected to play in the upcoming game against the Bears?
  • A: His availability for the game is still uncertain.
• Q: Have the Ravens made any coaching changes during their week off?
  • A: No, the Ravens haven’t announced any coaching changes.
• Q: What is the current status of other injured Ravens players?
  • A: Several players who have been injured recently were full participants in practice, including linebacker Roquan Smith, tackle Ronnie Stanley, and cornerback Chidobe Awuzie.