Ravens Face Quarterback Dilemma After Injuries to Jackson and Huntley

The Baltimore Ravens are dealing with a quarterback crisis following injuries to Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley during their Week 8 game against the Buffalo Bills. Lamar Jackson, who had returned to the field, suffered a thumb injury on his throwing hand during his first play in the game. The injury occurred when his hand struck Bills linebacker Greg Rousseau. Jackson was seen on the sidelines later, wearing a cast on his hand and thumb. Head coach Jesse Minter announced that Jackson would be placed on injured reserve and require surgery.

Backup quarterback Tyler Huntley stepped in but didn’t last long. He suffered a toe injury during the second quarter after being tackled by Bills defensive lineman Ed Oliver. This left the Ravens relying on third-string quarterback Joe Fagnano, an undrafted player from UConn, to finish the game.

These injuries have left the Ravens in a tough position as they aim to compete in the AFC North. With Jackson sidelined for at least the next four games, his return this season remains uncertain. The team now faces a quick turnaround with a “Thursday Night Football” game against the Jacksonville Jaguars approaching.

NFL insider Mike Florio discussed the Ravens’ quarterback situation before NBC’s “Sunday Night Football.” He noted that while Jackson is confirmed out for the upcoming games, there’s uncertainty about Huntley’s availability for Thursday night. Florio speculated that the Ravens might consider Chicago Bears’ backup quarterbacks as an option. He highlighted that Declan Doyle, Baltimore’s offensive coordinator, previously held the same role with the Bears.

“Here’s one thing to keep in mind. The Bears have three quarterbacks. One of them is Tyson Bagent. Declan Doyle, the Ravens’ offensive coordinator, was the Bears’ offensive coordinator last year. Don’t be surprised if the Ravens reach out. Still nine days left in the trade window,” Florio said.

However, Florio acknowledged that acquiring Bagent might pose challenges. Bagent has been instrumental for the Bears earlier this season, especially when Caleb Williams was absent with a hamstring injury. During the Bears’ 23-12 victory over the New York Jets, Bagent passed for 268 yards, though he was intercepted and sacked once.

Williams has since returned to the Bears, who are considering keeping all quarterback options available as protection against further injuries. The 2026 NFL trade deadline falls on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 4 p.m. ET. The coming week will reveal whether Baltimore makes a move for Chicago’s backup or explores other possibilities.