Lamar Jackson Undergoes Surgery for Broken Right Thumb; Ravens Eye 6-10 Week Recovery

Lamar Jackson underwent surgery for a dislocated and broken right thumb, an injury sustained during a 36-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills.

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson underwent surgery for a dislocated and broken right thumb, an injury that carries a typical recovery timeline of six to 10 weeks. The injury occurred on the first play of a 36-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Nov. 1 when Jackson’s hand struck the arm of outside linebacker Greg Rousseau. According to ESPN, coach Jesse Minter described the recovery process as "challenging to predict," noting that Jackson’s progress will determine the exact timing of his return.

With nine weeks remaining in the regular season, a six-week recovery would allow Jackson to return for a Week 16 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. However, a 10-week absence would delay his availability until the postseason. This marks Jackson's second major injury of the year following a high ankle sprain that sidelined him for three games; he has completed only 14 full quarters this season.

The Ravens (4-5) have lost four consecutive games and currently hold a 3.7% chance of reaching the playoffs, per ESPN Analytics. To address the vacancy at quarterback, Baltimore traded for Jacoby Brissett, who is scheduled to start Monday night against the Los Angeles Chargers. The team has historically struggled without Jackson, averaging 17.3 points and posting a 7-15 record since 2019 when he does not start, compared to 27.6 points and an 82-38 record with him in the lineup.