The Baltimore Ravens confirmed Friday that quarterback Lamar Jackson is cleared to play in Sunday’s Week 8 showdown against the Buffalo Bills, ending a three-game absence. Jackson practiced in full on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, earning no game-status designation on the final injury report. His return is a massive boost for Baltimore’s offensive rhythm, but it comes with a significant caveat: the team will be without starting right guard Vega Ioane and safety Jaylinn Hawkins.
Injury report reveals critical offensive line gap just as QB is cleared to play.
Ioane’s absence is particularly damaging after the rookie first-round pick returned to practice just four days after suffering an MCL sprain in the 35-13 loss to Cincinnati. Despite limited sessions on Thursday and Friday, the Ravens ruled him out, forcing another scramble along an offensive line that has struggled to protect the ball and open lanes. Emery Jones Jr., who started against the Bengals, is the primary candidate to step in again, with veteran Andrew Vorhees serving as a backup option.
The injury creates immediate pressure on running back Derrick Henry, who was held to just 45 rushing yards in the previous outing. With the interior line in flux, Baltimore must quickly stabilize its run game to keep the offense balanced. Additionally, the team listed running back Adam Randall and cornerback T.J. Tampa Jr. as questionable, adding further uncertainty to a roster that needs maximum availability to compete with Buffalo’s high-powered attack.
Source: Yahoo Sports
