Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (hamstring) is unlikely to suit up in Week 5 against the Houston Texans, according to The Baltimore Sun’s Brian Wacker. Jackson tweaked his hamstring during the Week 4 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs and did not return to the game. While the team has yet to release an official diagnosis, early reports suggest the injury could sideline him for multiple weeks.
The potential absence of Jackson would be a huge setback for the 1-3 Ravens, who would be forced to turn to backup quarterback Cooper Rush. With Rush under center, Baltimore’s offense would carry far less upside, especially in the passing game, and fantasy managers relying on Jackson will need to prepare an alternative plan immediately.
From a fantasy football perspective, Houston’s defense/special teams becomes an intriguing must-start option in Week 5 if Jackson is indeed ruled out. The Texans have shown improvement defensively and could take advantage of a Baltimore offense missing its dynamic leader.
Updates on Jackson’s availability should become clearer once the Ravens return to practice on Wednesday, but for now, fantasy managers should prepare as though he won’t be on the field.
