Ravens place QB Skylar Thompson on IR, sign replacement
The Ravens swapped quarterbacks on their active roster on Wednesday.
On July 29, 2026, the Baltimore Ravens placed veteran quarterback Skylar Thompson on injured reserve, effectively marking the end of his time with the team. While preseason injuries are often season-ending, Thompson's injury was described as a minor issue by head coach Jesse Minter, indicating that he may reach an injury settlement and be released soon.
Thompson, 29, had been the third-string quarterback behind Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley during the spring and summer practices, potentially earning a spot on the 53-man roster with a strong preseason performance. However, the Ravens have now turned their attention to finding a new QB3.
The team held tryouts on Wednesday, signing Trevor Siemian, Jake Haener, Clayton Tune, and Austin Reed. Reed was chosen, likely due to his connection with offensive coordinator Declan Doyle. Reed had previously trained with the Bears under Doyle last year and participated in their first two preseason games, making him a suitable replacement for Thompson.
Additionally, the Ravens have Joey Fagnano, an undrafted rookie from UConn, who has been with the team since the spring. Fagnano competed with former Heisman winner Diego Pavia for a training camp role and now has the opportunity to compete for a regular-season position.
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