Jason La Canfora· Oct 4, 2026
La Canfora expected Lamar Jackson, designated questionable with an ankle injury, not to return to Sunday's game against the Titans given the wet field, Baltimore's big lead and offensive line concerns.
“on a wet field, with a big lead, and with some questions on the Ravens offensive line it would be very surprising to see him return”
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“Jackson's left ankle was rolled up on awkwardly and he was officially designated questionable to return but on a wet field, with a big lead, and with some questions on the Ravens offensive line it would be very surprising to see him return.”
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