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The Breakdown: Ravens’ Home Victory Takes Heavy Toll on Health

The mounting injuries will test the Ravens’ next-man-up mentality. The Ravens need to clean up penalties and more but won’t apologize for winning.

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 11:35 PM
The Breakdown: Ravens’ Home Victory Takes Heavy Toll on Health
Key Things to Know
  • Baltimore defeated Tennessee 24-18 but suffered multiple key injuries, including quarterback Lamar Jackson exiting with an ankle issue.
  • Lamar Jackson is reportedly day-to-day after throwing for 222 yards and two touchdowns in the first half.
  • Marlon Humphrey, Andrew Vorhees, and Durham Smythe also suffered injuries and did not return to the game.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Baltimore Ravens earned a 24-18 victory over the Tennessee Titans to move to 3-1, but the win came at a costly physical price. Starting quarterback Lamar Jackson exited with an ankle injury, alongside injuries to cornerback Marlon Humphrey, guard Andrew Vorhees, and tight end Durham Smythe. Jackson, who passed for 222 yards and two touchdowns in the first half, is reportedly considered day-to-day as Baltimore evaluates its mounting injury list.

Clifton Brown highlights Baltimore's growing offensive line challenges and costly discipline issues after the team committed 13 penalties for 131 yards. Tyler Huntley managed the second half at quarterback after Baltimore built a 24-7 lead, aided by Tyler Loop's stadium-record 64-yard field goal. Head Coach Jesse Minter emphasized that despite the roster adversity, the team must continue finding ways to win without making excuses.

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