Lamar Jackson injury updates: Latest news on Ravens QB

Here are the latest updates for Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens ahead of Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos in Week 9

The Ravens released their initial injury report for Week 9, and quarterback Lamar Jackson was among five players who did not practice.

Jackson was listed as dealing with knee and back injuries.

Marlon Humphrey, Broderick Washington, and Nate Wiggins were limited participants.

In what can be described as great news, running back Keaton Mitchell logged his first full practice since returning off the PUP list.

Injuries to key DBs highlight Ravens’ struggles with pass defense in loss to Browns

The Ravens entered this game dead last in the league in pass defense, so the Browns were well aware they could exploit the secondary.

Those who call the NFL a league of parity (not “parody,” OMG! That common malapropism drives me insane) could certainly point to today’s 29-24 win by the Cleveland Browns over the Baltimore Ravens.

Worst beat first in the AFC North division as Baltimore’s five-game win streak ended, as did Cleveland’s five-game losing skid.

Jameis Winston, who many football pundits have declared “washed” for some time, finished 27 of 41 passing for 334 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions while leading the Browns’ offense to heights that had not been seen under their franchise quarterback Deshaun Watson this season.

The Ravens entered this game dead last in the league in pass defense, so the Browns were well aware the secondary was a position group that could potentially be exploited.

And things worsened for Baltimore even before a single pass was thrown, as Nate Wiggins (illness), Marlon Humphrey (ankle), and T.J. Tampa (IR) were all ruled out.

More change was still to come in the defensive backs position group, as Marcus Williams was benched for being largely ineffective this season. The Ravens’ pass defense has been a persistent problem this year, but it’s not as bad as it may seem.

Baltimore is so stout against the run that opponents consistently find themselves having to rely on their passing attacks heavily. Also, the Ravens entered the day in first place, with a 5-2 record, and teams with winning records tend to find themselves ahead, and even well ahead, most of the time.

And what do you do when you’re behind, often well behind?  You pretty much have to pass.

So, while today was undoubtedly a shocking surprise defeat, all is not lost.

Ravens take a step back in shocking 29-24 loss to the Browns in Week 8

Ravens take a step back in shocking 29-24 loss to the Browns in Week 8

Baltimore has a penchant for blowing late fourth-quarter leads, but on Sunday, the Ravens took a step back toward the inconsistent unit that lost two straight to start the season.

In what can only be described as a shocking loss, the Cleveland Browns had their most impactful performance without Deshaun Watson in a 29-24 victory over first-place Baltimore in Week 8.

Lamar Jackson started the game 6-6 passing but finished 23-38 passing, for 289 yards (7.6 avg), two touchdowns, and zero interceptions with a 101.8 rating. Just like Baltimore had their five-game winning streak snapped, star running back Derrick Henry came back to earth, rushing for only 73 yards (6.6 avg) and one touchdown on 11 carries.

After missing two practices during the week with an ankle injury, second-year wideout Zay Flowers posted another 100-yard game, logging seven catches for 115 yards on the afternoon.

Zach Orr’s defense played without two starters at cornerback, and Jameis Winston carved up the Ravens. The former Heisman Trophy winner went 23-38 passing for 334 yards and three touchdowns.

The Browns took the lead when Winston threw a 38-yard touchdown pass — his third of the game — to Cedric Tillman with 59 seconds left as Cleveland erased weeks of frustration.

Baltimore will now look to regroup with Bo Nix and the upstart Broncos heading to M&T Bank Stadium in Week 9.

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Ravens embattled secondary to be tested with multiple starters out vs. Browns in Week 8

Ravens embattled secondary to be tested with multiple starters out vs. Browns in Week 8

The Ravens (5-2) are in Cleveland for an AFC North matchup against the reeling Browns (1-6), and both teams are dealing with injuries at key positions.

Cleveland will start Jameis Winston at quarterback following Deshaun Watson’s Achilles surgery.  The Browns will start Cedric Tillman and Elijah Moore as wide receivers against a Baltimore secondary ravaged by injury.

The Ravens will have six cornerbacks available with Nate Wiggins (illness), Marlon Humphrey (ankle), and T.J. Tampa (IR) all out.

Baltimore will rely on Kyle Hamilton, Marcus Williams, and Eddie Jackson, with many valuable cover guys nursing injuries. Arthur Maulet is an upgrade and will make his season debut.

Ravens Injury updates: Nate Wiggins has been downgraded to out vs. Browns in Week 8

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins has been downgraded to out vs. Browns in Week 8

The Baltimore Ravens are set to depart for Cleveland to face the Browns in an AFC North matchup.

The team placed CB T.J. Tampa (ankle) on Injured Reserve and listed Nate Wiggins as questionable for Sunday.

Nate Wiggins injury update:

Wiggins has been ruled out after being initially listed as questionable for Sunday with an illness and shoulder injury.  Wiggins didn’t travel with the team to Cleveland.

With three cornerbacks potentially ruled out for Sunday, The Ravens activated cornerback Jalyn Armour-Davis from Injured Reserve/Designated for Return and elevated rookie cornerback Ryan “Bump” Cooper Jr. from the practice squad (standard elevation).

Will Nate Wiggins play this week? Injury updates for Ravens CB

Nate Wiggins (shoulder/illness) is not traveling with the team to Cleveland, but his playing status for Sunday remains questionable.

The Baltimore Ravens are set to depart for Cleveland to face the Browns in an AFC North matchup.

The team placed CB T.J. Tampa (ankle) on Injured Reserve and listed Nate Wiggins as questionable for Sunday.

Nate Wiggins injury update:

In what can be described as odd, Wiggins is questionable for Sunday with an illness and shoulder injury but didn’t travel with the team to Cleveland.

With three cornerbacks potentially ruled out for Sunday, The Ravens activated cornerback Jalyn Armour-Davis from Injured Reserve/Designated for Return and elevated rookie cornerback Ryan “Bump” Cooper Jr. from the practice squad (standard elevation).

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John Harbaugh is noncommittal on Marlon Humprhey’s availability for Ravens vs. Browns

John Harbaugh won’t rule out Marlon Humphrey for game vs. Browns

The Ravens will depart for Cleveland on Saturday afternoon. Following the final practice of the week on Friday, the team still hasn’t ruled out star cornerback Marlon Humphrey.

Head coach John Harbaugh was noncommittal to Humphrey and other key Ravvens being available for the game against Cleveland.

Despite practicing today, Browns running back Jerome Ford has been ruled out, along with Jedrick Wills, Jordan Hicks and Ronnie Hickman.

Star right guard Wyatt Teller is questionable.

Ravens vs Browns injury report: Latest updates on Zay Flowers, news for Week 8

Zay Flowers and Marlon Humphrey miss Thursday practice ahead of matchup vs. Browns in Week 8

The Ravens released their Thursday injury report for Week 8 in Cleveland, and Zay Flowers was again among five players who did not practice.   Flowers, Marlon Humphrey, Rasheen Ali, and T.J. Tampa missed another practice.

Rookie cornerback Nate Wiggins and Travis Jones returned to practice, with the defensive tackle a limited participant.

Ravens injury report

Browns injury report

Keaton Mitchell was a limited participant and could need another week or two to prepare to return to the lineup. In contrast, Jalyn Armour-Davis returned to practice and could be activated for Week 8.

Ravens return two players, including CB Nate Wiggins, to practice on Thursday

Ravens return two players, including CB Nate Wiggins, to practice on Thursday

The Ravens just hit the field for Thursday’s session, and rookie cornerback Nate Wiggins (shoulder) and defensive tackle Travis Jones (ankle) returned to practice today, although Jones was limited. He had a walking boot on yesterday.

Star wide receiver Zay Flowers (ankle), rookie running back Rasheen Ali (ankle), rookie cornerback T.J. Tampa (ankle), and star cornerback Marlon Humphrey (knee) all missed the second practice of the week.

If Humphrey and T.J. Tampa don’t play this weekend, the Ravens could activate cornerback Jaylen Armour-Davis after his 21-day practice window opens.

Ravens vs Browns injury report: Latest updates, news for Week 8

The Ravens released their initial injury report for Week 8 in Cleveland, and Zay Flowers was among 11 players with designations ahead of Wednesday’s walkthrough. Ravens injury report We are conducting a late-afternoon walk-through Wednesday, so the …

The Ravens released their initial injury report for Week 8 in Cleveland, and Zay Flowers was among 11 players with designations ahead of Wednesday’s walkthrough.

Ravens injury report

Browns injury report

Other notable Ravens who sat out Wednesday include cornerback Marlon Humphrey, who could miss time with a knee injury. Rookie cornerback Nate Wiggins and defensive tackle Travis Jones were also non-participants.