Is Lamar Jackson struggling with an injury?

The Baltimore Ravens have a 6-5 record and sit atop the AFC North. However, the spotlights are firmly on Lamar Jackson after another uneven offensive performance. After the Ravens’ Week 12 win over the New York Jets, questions arose about whether lingering injuries were hindering the former MVP’s explosiveness. Jackson, however, wasted no time in closing the story. He insisted that pitching, rather than health, is the real problem slowing Baltimore’s offense.

Speaking after the game, Jackson dealt with knee and ankle pain concerns it has sidelined him in practice for the past two weeks. Of course, he admitted that he is not at “100 percent”. However, he emphasized that physical ailments are not the reason why the Ravens are struggling to move the ball.

“We’re getting great field position, but we’re not putting points on the board,” Jackson said. “It has nothing to do with the injury. We just need to put points on the board now.”

His comments come amid one of the most challenging parts of his career. Jackson has been held under 200 passing yards for three straight games. He’s also on track to average a career low.

This season has truly been a tale of two halves for Jackson. He opened 2025 with one of the most statistically efficient stretches of his career, despite losing three of his first four games. In fact, he averaged a 127.0 passer rating during that stretch.

After missed time due to a hamstring injuryhowever, Jackson struggled to regain his form. After Week 9, his passing totals dropped. He also failed to throw a touchdown in two consecutive games. Opposing defenses have also successfully contained his rushing lanes.

In Week 12, Jackson completed just 13 of 23 passes for 153 yards. He added just 11 rushing yards with zero touchdowns. Those numbers are way below his usual standards. As a result, Baltimore’s offense stalled multiple times. They relied heavily on their defense to secure the victory.

Yes, the team is currently on a winning streak. Still, Jackson’s regression remains one of the biggest stories heading into a key Thanksgiving showdown with a division rival.

Jackson may insist that injuries are not the culprit. However, the Ravens need their superstar quarterback at full strength. That is if they hope to stay atop the AFC North.