Lamar Jackson to have thumb surgery, could be out for season

The Baltimore Ravens are facing a major crisis after star quarterback Lamar Jackson suffered a severe right thumb injury during the opening snap of their recent game against the Buffalo Bills. Medical evaluations confirmed that the injury is severe enough to require immediate surgery.

Ravens head coach and team medical staff announced that Jackson will be placed on the injured reserve list, casting serious doubt on his availability for the remainder of the NFL season. Losing a franchise cornerstone like Jackson is a devastating blow to Baltimore’s playoff aspirations and offensive game plan.

Sports networks and analysts, including ESPN and NFL.com, have highlighted the profound impact this absence will have on the team moving forward. As Jackson prepares for his surgical procedure and rehabilitation, the Ravens must quickly adapt and look for alternative solutions under center to salvage their season.

Sources: NBC Sports

Aggregated summary. Original: NBC Sports