Lamar Jackson Out: What It Means for the Ravens‑Jaguars Week 9 Showdown

It’s a bitter pill for Baltimore fans – quarterback Lamar Jackson suffered a right‑thumb fracture on the very first offensive snap against Buffalo and will be placed on injured reserve. That essentially ends his 2026 campaign, at least for now.

Jackson had already missed three games earlier in the season with an ankle issue, only to return in Week 8 and see his comeback cut short after a single play. The injury isn’t just a blow to the Ravens’ offense; it’s also a catalyst for a flurry of betting action.

Adding insult to injury, backup Tyler Huntley went down with a season‑ending turf‑toe injury while trying to fill in for Jackson. That left the Ravens scrambling for a quarterback, and they turned to third‑string Joe Fagnano – a former UConn star who posted a rough 10‑of‑21, 91‑yard effort with an interception against the Bills.

With both Jackson and Huntley unavailable, oddsmakers have swung the line dramatically. When Baltimore was originally favored at home, the line now has Jacksonville as a 7.5‑point favorite, and DraftKings Sportsbook currently lists the Jaguars as 10‑point road favorites. The shift reflects Jacksonville’s recent 42‑7 demolition of Indianapolis and its status as a top‑10 defensive unit in EPA/play.

The Ravens, meanwhile, are rumored to be courting veteran Jacoby Brissett as an upgrade over Fagnano. Even if Brissett arrives, Baltimore is still a long shot – odds sit around +500 for a playoff berth – and the team may simply shut Jackson down for the remainder of the year if the postseason picture looks bleak.

All odds are fluid, so keep an eye on the sportsbooks as the game approaches. And remember, if gambling ever feels like a problem, help is just a phone call away at 1‑800‑GAMBLER.