Ravens QB Has Uncertain Response About Week 9 Status Against The Jaguars

The Baltimore Ravens contend with a dire quarterback situation, as both their primary signal-caller Lamar Jackson and his designated backup Tyler Huntley are out due to injuries. Jackson is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season due to a thumb injury sustained during a game against the Buffalo Bills. Huntley briefly replaced Jackson in that contest but subsequently injured his toe and was forced to leave the game.

Huntley now faces the possibility of missing several weeks. This leaves the Ravens with the daunting prospect of starting third-stringer Joe Fagnano for their upcoming Week 9 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars at home. However, Fagnano is also grappling with an ankle issue, which raises concerns about his readiness for the Thursday night game.

When asked about his confidence in playing for the Jaguars, Fagnano stated, "I think so," according to ESPN's Jamison Hensley. Fagnano managed to practice on Monday, albeit at a limited capacity, which provided a glimmer of hope for his availability on Thursday. Baltimore head coach Jesse Minter also expressed optimism, saying, "To Joe's credit, he's kind of fighting through a couple things he's dealing with," but emphasized that fans should expect him to have a chance to play on Thursday.

Should Fagnano not be able to step up in Week 9, Austin Reed, who was recently signed by the Ravens to their practice squad, stands as the emergency backup option. Fagnano's recent performance in the game against the Bills, where he completed 10 of 21 passes for 91 yards without a touchdown or an interception, highlights the uncertainty surrounding his status for the crucial Week 9 game.