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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson exited the game against the Kansas City Chiefs with a right hamstring injury, adding to the team’s growing injury woes. Jackson’s departure came late in the third quarter after being sacked, and he finished the game with 147 passing yards and one touchdown. Backup QB Cooper Rush struggled in his place. Other Ravens players also left injured, raising concerns for the team’s upcoming matchup against the Houston Texans as they sit at the bottom of the AFC North.
Baltimore, MD – Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson left the game late in the third quarter due to a right hamstring injury during a challenging match against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 28, 2025. This injury adds to a growing list of injuries that have plagued the Ravens roster on both offense and defense throughout the season.
Jackson’s injury occurred after being sacked by Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis on a crucial third-and-2 play at the Kansas City 12-yard line. Shortly thereafter, the Ravens settled for a field goal, lowering the score to 27-13 with 7:22 remaining in the third quarter. Following Jackson’s departure, backup QB Cooper Rush entered the game but struggled, throwing an incomplete pass on a fourth down that ended that drive.
Before leaving the game, Jackson completed 14 of 20 passes for 147 yards, contributing one touchdown and recording his first interception of the season. He also rushed six times for 48 yards, but faced heavy pressure from the Chiefs’ formidable defense throughout the game. Notably, the Ravens’ offensive line struggled, allowing Jackson to be sacked twice and hit multiple times during this matchup.
In addition to Jackson, several other key players departed the game due to injuries. Left tackle Ronnie Stanley suffered an ankle injury, cornerback Marlon Humphrey exited with a calf injury, linebacker Roquan Smith left the field with a hamstring injury, and cornerback Nate Wiggins experienced a shoulder injury. The team was already at a disadvantage, having placed defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike (neck) and defensive end Broderick Washington (ankle) on injured reserve just the previous Saturday.
Before the game kicked off, defensive tackle Travis Jones was declared inactive due to a knee injury, while linebacker Kyle Van Noy was ruled out with a hamstring injury. Following the game, Ravens coach John Harbaugh expressed uncertainty regarding the severity of Jackson’s injury but shared some concern. He noted that none of the injuries were currently viewed as season-ending.
The loss to Kansas City marks a significant setback for the Ravens, leaving them with a 1-3 record. They find themselves tied with the Cleveland Browns for last place in the AFC North. Furthermore, the Ravens’ defense has been struggling this season, allowing the highest points-per-game in the NFL, currently at 33.3. Jackson faced a staggering pressure rate, with 56% of his dropbacks under duress, which marks the highest rate he has encountered in any game with a minimum of 10 dropbacks.
Before the game, it was reported that the Ravens were missing five of their six highest-paid players due to various injuries. In light of Jackson’s injury, the Ravens are set to host the Houston Texans next Sunday, with Cooper Rush potentially making his first start if Jackson is unable to play.
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Additional Resources
- ESPN: Lamar Jackson Exits Due to Hamstring Injury
- Encyclopedia Britannica: NFL Injuries
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- Google Search: NFL Week 4 Injuries
- Chiefs Wire: NFL Week 4 Injury Report
- ESPN: Ravens Place Nnamdi Madubuike on Injured Reserve
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