{
  "id": 19837518,
  "title": "Ravens Get Devastating Update on Lamar Jackson’s status",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/ravens-get-devastating-update-on-lamar-jacksons-status",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-13T17:07:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/ravens-get-devastating-update-on-lamar-jacksons-status-12711298"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Baltimore Ravens have provided a more detailed update on Lamar Jackson's recovery from a broken and dislocated thumb injury. However, they have not set a specific return date for their star quarterback. Coach Jesse Minter stated that injuries of this nature generally take six to 10 weeks to heal when surgery is necessary. The team is now preparing for a prolonged period without Jackson as they strive to break a four-game losing streak.\n\nMinter emphasized that Jackson is making progress in his recovery but cautioned that predicting recovery timelines can be difficult. He confirmed that Jackson is doing everything possible to return to the field and that his progress will determine the timing of his comeback. The statement did not specify a target game or indicate when the recovery window began.\n\nJackson suffered the injury during Baltimore's first offensive play against Buffalo on November 1. He had already missed three games due to an ankle injury. The quarterback's absence has exacerbated the Ravens' struggles, with the team forced to rely on undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano in their subsequent game. Baltimore lost both games, 36-10 and 33-10, respectively, leaving them at 4-5.\n\nIn an effort to bolster their offense, the Ravens made a trade for Jacoby Brissett from Arizona on November 6. Brissett, who is preparing to make his first start for the Ravens against the Los Angeles Chargers, acknowledged that transitioning to a new offense will be challenging. The veteran admitted that it will be a crash course, but he remains optimistic about helping the team improve its offensive consistency.\n\nWhile Jackson has not ruled out the possibility of returning this season, his chances will depend on his recovery and the Ravens' ability to stay competitive. The team now relies on Brissett to restore offensive stability and help them end their four-game losing streak during his debut on Monday night.",
  "summary": "The Ravens outlined Lamar Jackson’s thumb recovery timeline as Jacoby Brissett prepares to take over a struggling offense.",
  "key_points": [
    "Lamar Jackson broke and dislocated thumb in November 1 game.",
    "Coach Jesse Minter says 6-10 weeks recovery time for surgery.",
    "Baltimore relies on rookie Joe Fagnano and Jacoby Brissett."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}