Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson suffered an injury during a critical moment in the team’s matchup against the New England Patriots on December 22, 2025. Jackson exited the game late in the second quarter after sustaining a knee to the back during a three-yard run. His departure marked a significant setback for the Ravens, who were already facing challenges in their pursuit of a playoff spot. At the time of his exit, Baltimore trailed 10–7, although they managed to tie the game before halftime.
Backup quarterback Tyler Huntley stepped in and performed admirably, completing 9 of 10 passes for 65 yards. The Ravens initially regained momentum in the second half, building a 24–13 lead in the fourth quarter after Derrick Henry scored his second touchdown. However, the Patriots mounted a comeback, scoring 15 unanswered points to secure a stunning victory, leaving the Ravens with a record of 7–8 for the season.
Before his injury, Jackson had completed 7 of 10 passes for 101 yards and added two rushes for seven yards. After the game, head coach John Harbaugh provided an uncertain update on Jackson’s condition. “It’s a bruise of some kind, I think,” Harbaugh stated. “I don’t know how serious it will be. We’ll have to find out in the next couple of days. He got kneed in the back.” His comments reflect the team’s cautious approach to assessing the situation.
Jackson later expressed to reporters that he was in too much pain to return to the field but held out hope for participation in Week 17 against the Green Bay Packers. He is expected to undergo an MRI on Monday, which will provide further insights into the severity of his injury.
This latest injury adds to a challenging season for Jackson, who had already missed three games earlier in the year due to a hamstring injury. He has faced multiple physical setbacks, including issues with his ankle, toe, and knee, as well as an illness. With the Ravens’ playoff aspirations hanging in the balance, Jackson’s availability for the upcoming game against Green Bay becomes a crucial storyline.
As Baltimore prepares for a must-win matchup, the team and its fans await news on their star quarterback’s condition, hoping for a positive update that could keep their playoff hopes alive.
