Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has been ruled out of the game after suffering a thumb injury on his very first pass attempt, according to USA TODAY Sports. The injury occurred early in the contest, forcing the former MVP to leave the field after just one play.
Jackson, who has been the centerpiece of Baltimore's offense since 2018, was evaluated on the sideline before being officially declared unavailable for the remainder of the game. The Ravens' medical staff determined the thumb injury was significant enough to prevent his return.
The 2019 NFL MVP's absence represents a major blow to Baltimore's offensive game plan. Backup quarterback Tyler Huntley entered the game in relief of Jackson. The team has not yet provided a timeline for Jackson's potential return to action.
