Lamar Jackson progresses toward possible return for Ravens vs. Bengals
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Lamar Jackson expressed optimism about his potential return for the Baltimore Ravens' game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, having missed the last two-and-a-half games due to an ankle injury. Jackson described himself as 'heading in the right direction' after participating in Friday's practice, where he reportedly worked hard. The team, while hopeful, is still evaluating his status heading into the weekend. Jackson sustained a high ankle sprain in Week 4 against the Tennessee Titans. If he cannot play, Tyler Huntley is set to start again, having gone 1-1 in his previous two appearances.
- •Jackson has missed two-and-a-half games due to an ankle injury.
- •He participated fully in practice Friday after limited sessions earlier in the week.
- •Ravens coach Jesse Minter has not confirmed Jackson's playing status for Sunday.
- •If Jackson cannot play, Tyler Huntley will start at quarterback.
- •The Ravens seek to improve their offensive performance against a division rival.
- 8:48 PMESPN — Lamar 'heading in the right direction' with high ankle sprain
- 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — Lamar Jackson officially questionable for Ravens-Bengals
- 7:27 PMCBS NFL — Lamar Jackson says he's 'heading in the right direction' for potential return vs. Bengals
"Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson said he's dealing with a high ankle sprain and is unsure if he'll play this week against the Bengals, but is "heading in the right direction" after missing the past two games.
"Baltimore's offense could be back at full strength soon as Jackson progresses toward a possible return against Cincinnati
"Jackson told reporters on Friday he's heading in the right direction to play on Sunday.
Sources
External links- ESPNOct 23, 2026, 8:48 PMLamar 'heading in the right direction' with high ankle sprain
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson said he's dealing with a high ankle sprain and is unsure if he'll play this week against the Bengals, but is "heading in the right direction" after missing the past two games.
- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 8:01 PMLamar Jackson officially questionable for Ravens-Bengals
Jackson told reporters on Friday he's heading in the right direction to play on Sunday.
- CBS NFLOct 23, 2026, 7:27 PMLamar Jackson says he's 'heading in the right direction' for potential return vs. Bengals
Baltimore's offense could be back at full strength soon as Jackson progresses toward a possible return against Cincinnati
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