{
  "id": 12221615,
  "title": "Baltimore coach says he doesn’t think Jackson’s injury will be ‘crazy long term’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/baltimore-coach-says-he-doesnt-think-jacksons-injury-will-be-crazy",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-05T20:07:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/football/nfl/2026/10/05/baltimore-coach-says-he-doesnt-think-jacksons-injury-will-be-crazy-long-term"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Baltimore Ravens coach Jesse Minter provided limited insight on quarterback Lamar Jackson's ankle injury during Monday's press conference.\n\nMinter noted that the team is still collecting imaging results and assessing the extent of the damage. Jackson, who rolled his left ankle during Sunday's 24-18 victory over Tennessee, posted \"ouch\" on social media following the play.\n\nThe coach expressed confidence in Jackson's ability to return to action when his injury permits. Jackson missed four games last season due to injuries, and Baltimore's 2021 and 2022 campaigns were also affected by health issues involving the two-time NFL MVP.\n\nJackson's previous injury plagued 2021 season saw him sidelined for Week 4, returning in Week 9. Prior to that, a Week 4 injury forced him to sit out until Week 9 last season. The Ravens began the current campaign 1-5, but have since rallied to an 8-9 record, setting the stage for a better start compared to last year.\n\nHowever, Minter cautioned that a prolonged absence from the field could significantly impact the team's performance. \"I really don’t think it’s going to be crazy long term, but we’ll see what happens,\" he stated.\n\nInjuries also plagued other key contributors in Sunday's game. Cornerback Marlon Humphrey (calf), guard Andrew Vorhees (foot) and tight end Durham Smythe (Achilles tendon) all left the contest and did not return.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Baltimore Ravens coach Jesse Minter discusses Lamar Jackson's ankle injury.",
    "Jackson's injury may not be \"crazy long term,\" but outcome remains uncertain.",
    "Other key players injured in Sunday's game, impacting team performance."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Vikings likely lose left guard Donovan Jackson for the rest of the regular season with a knee injury",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/vikings-likely-lose-left-guard-donovan-jackson-for-the-rest-of-the",
        "published": "2026-10-05T19:12:05.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Baltimore coach says he doesn't think Jackson's injury will be 'crazy long term'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/baltimore-coach-says-he-doesnt-think-jacksons-injury-will-be-crazy-12222041",
        "published": "2026-10-05T20:06:56.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}