Week 9
Jacksonville Jaguars at Baltimore Ravens
Kickoff: 8:15 Baltimore, Maryland
The NFL’s Thursday night spotlight heads to Baltimore as the Jacksonville Jaguars visit the Ravens in a matchup with important AFC implications.
Team Breakdown
Jacksonville Jaguars (5–2)
Jacksonville enters as the AFC South leader after an impressive 42–7 victory over Indianapolis.
Trevor Lawrence leads an offense capable of attacking through the air and on the ground.
Baltimore Ravens (4–4)
Baltimore desperately needs a victory after three consecutive losses.
Derrick Henry will be central to the offensive game plan, especially with major uncertainty at quarterback
Three Keys to the Game
Jacksonville’s defensive pressure: Make life difficult for Baltimore’s inexperienced quarterback.
Derrick Henry’s production: Baltimore needs its running game to control possession and establish offensive rhythm.
Trevor Lawrence’s leadership: Jacksonville must capitalize on Baltimore’s defensive vulnerabilities.
Injury Report
Lamar Jackson – Out (thumb).
Tyler Huntley – Out (toe).
Joe Fagnano – Expected to start.
Bhayshul Tuten – Questionable (ankle/foot).
Travon Walker – Questionable (rib).
Nate Wiggins – Questionable.
Jaguars 27 – Ravens 16
Jacksonville has the stronger quarterback situation, better recent form and a significant defensive advantage.
Baltimore’s defense could keep things competitive, but the absence of Lamar Jackson is difficult to overcome.
Final Word: Thursday night presents a major opportunity for Jacksonville to strengthen its playoff position.
For Baltimore, this is about finding a way to survive without its starting quarterback and end its losing streak.
