Week 12 of the NFL saw a shake-up in the AFC North. Lamar Jackson and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a> did their homework at home, defeating the Jets, and with the Steelers’ loss, they now lead one of the toughest divisions in the AFC.



Despite securing their sixth win of the season, the level of play shown by the Ravens at M&amp;T Bank Stadium left almost no one satisfied, leading many to wonder if injuries to Lamar and others may have affected their performance.



“No. No, I don’t think that at all,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Jackson</a> said, via the <a href="https://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/lamar-jackson-injuries-ravens-offense-sluggishness-missed-opportunities">team’s website.</a> “I feel like we just need to execute a lot better. We get in great field position, but we’re not putting points on the board. That has nothing to do with an injury. I’m out there, so I feel like I should still be able to do what I do.”



The Jets, one of the teams with the worst record so far in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season, had the Ravens under pressure, but John Harbaugh managed to react in time with key carries from Derrick Henry that ended in the end zone.



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<h2>Making the simple complicated</h2>



The Baltimore Ravens endured a harder-than-expected fight to secure a narrow 23-17 victory over the New York Jets, a testament to the Jets’ stifling defense. While Lamar Jackson threw for 285 yards and 2 touchdowns, the Ravens’ offense struggled with key turnovers, committing 3 fumbles (1 lost) that kept the game uncomfortably close. 


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The win marked their ninth of the season, but the performance highlighted significant issues with ball security and sustained offensive execution that the team will need to resolve for a deeper playoff push.



<h2>Have the Ravens secured a playoff spot?</h2>



Although several games still remain, the Ravens’ win over the Jets, coupled with the Steelers’ loss, gave Harbaugh’s team a boost toward the playoffs. According to the <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL’s official site</a>, heading into Week 13, Baltimore has an 80% chance of staying in contention once the regular season concludes.



<h2>What’s next for Baltimore?</h2>



The Baltimore Ravens face a defining and incredibly tough stretch with three consecutive AFC North battles that will shape their playoff seeding. They host the Cincinnati Bengals and the Pittsburgh Steelers in back-to-back home games, followed by a critical road trip to face the Bengals again.

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It wasn’t pretty, but the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> beat the New York Jets in Week 12 of the NFL season. However, as Lamar Jackson struggled to get going, another key player got injured. John Harbaugh finally provided an update on the matter in the postgame press conference.



Safety Kyle Hamilton suffered a gruesome ankle injury in the final moments of the game. As the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-jets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jets</a> threw a long ball, Hamilton defended it but landed weirdly. He exited the game shortly after.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbaugh</a> said that Hamilton’s injury is not as serious as it appeared to be, and hopefully he doesn’t miss any time although the fact that the Ravens have a short week in hand might limit his availability. 



<h2>Hamilton is arguably the best defensive player on the roster</h2>



Hamilton can play as a safety and even cornerback if needed. He also has the ability to blitz effectively and rush the passer. In fact, Hamilton has sacks in every season he’s played in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>.



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Hamilton is a key piece on the Ravens roster because of his elite versatily. He has the ability to affect the passing game in a way that no one else on the team does. If he misses time, it’s a very bad thing for Baltimore.


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<h2>Thanksgiving brings a big test for the Ravens’ secondary</h2>



The Ravens play the Bengals on Thursday Night Football. The Bengals might be a very underwhelming team, but next week they are different. For Thanksgiving, Joe Burrow is back and Ja’Marr Chase is returning from a one-game suspension. Hence, not only will Baltimore face an explosive offense, but also a top five quarterback and arguably the best receiver in the NFL rested. After today’s game, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a> must bounce back as well.



The Ravens needs to win every game they can or they could easily miss the playoffs. Therefore, they must be praying to the football gods for Hamilton’s status ahead of next week’s game.

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The Baltimore Ravens’ latest performance left a positive mark statistically, as they notched their fourth win of the season, making a potential playoff berth no longer seem far-fetched. Unfortunately, one of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a>’s key weapons ended the game injured, leaving his presence against the Browns still in question.


 


Multiple reports revealed that Rashod Bateman left the locker room after Sunday’s win over the Vikings with his foot in a boot, later confirmed by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a> himself that the wide receiver suffered an ankle sprain.



During his usual Monday press conference, the coach addressed the situation and, while he didn’t confirm Bateman’s availability for the game against Cleveland, he expressed confidence that the receiver will be ready by then.



“I think he’s gonna be OK,” Harbaugh said via nbcsports.com. “He’s got an ankle sprain, we’ll see how serious it is going forward.” Throughout this season, Bateman has emerged as an intriguing weapon in the offense led by Jackson.



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<h2>Bateman’s impact on the Ravens’ offense</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a> wide receiver Rashod Bateman has had a quiet start to the 2025 season despite being a key part of the team’s passing game. Through nine games, Bateman has recorded 16 receptions for 194 receiving yards, averaging 12.1 yards per catch. 


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While he has found the end zone twice, totaling 2 receiving touchdowns, the fifth-year pro’s production has been modest as the Ravens’ offense attempts to find consistency in the air.



<h2>Crucial divisional showdown</h2>



The Baltimore Ravens face a pivotal, season-defining AFC North clash this Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. Currently trailing the Pittsburgh Steelers for the division lead, the Ravens desperately need a victory at Huntington Bank Field to keep pace and gain crucial ground in the standings. This divisional road game is a must-win—a loss would significantly damage their playoff hopes and hand control of the AFC North race entirely to their rivals.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> have many things to worry about. One of them is the pass rush. Hence, they got Lamar Jackson and company a pass rusher and head coach John Harbaugh has cleared the air on what the expectations are.



The team is hyped after acquiring Dre’Mont Jones from the Titans. Jones had 4.5 sacks in his final games with the Tennessee. “He’s a good fit for us. The system he’s been in the last three years is the same system. He picks it up quickly. He’s a really good fit style of play wise. We absolutely will get him weaved into it right away and he’ll be playing on Sunday,” John Harbaugh said.



Jones has played for former Ravens’ assistant coaches Dennard Wilson (Titans) and Mike Macdonald (Seahawks). Hence, the confidence that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbaugh</a> has on Jones is warranted.



<h2>Dre’Mont Jones is a much-needed presence in the Ravens’ D-Line</h2>



With 4.5 sacks in the last four games and nine QB hits, Jones is a very good presence to have in the trenches. He can play on different schemes as either a defensive end or an outside linebacker.



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Jones immediately becomes the best pass rusher in this team. No other player in the Ravens has more than just two sacks. Tavius Robinson and Nnamdi Madubuike have two, and Madubuike won’t play for the rest of the season due to injury.


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<h2>The offense is finding its footing</h2>



After suffering from a hamstring injury, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a> is back and with that, the offense is much more dangerous. Running back Derrick Henry is also poised to have a massive second half of the year.



Wide receiver Zay Flowers has 550 yards and one touchdown. While his output needs to be better in the endzone, it’s also true that the Ravens run a lot once in the red zone. However, if the offense makes points and win games, all will be well.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a> finally put an end to the Baltimore Ravens’ losing streak by choosing between his two quarterbacks. Tyler Huntley helped secure the win, and the coach revealed that Huntley was exactly what was needed for the matchup, which is why he sat Cooper Rush, who remains another option while Lamar Jackson recovers.



“Nothing against <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-rush">Cooper</a>,” Harbaugh said. “Cooper is a great guy and played good football for us, but Tyler was the answer for today’s game. It wasn’t a hard decision.” This is how the head coach explained and justified his choice of Huntley for the game.



Huntley performed well in the victory, throwing 17 completed passes for 186 yards with an average of 8.5 yards per pass. He threw one touchdown without any interceptions and was sacked only twice for a minimal loss of 8 yards. It was a very good outing for him compared to his previous struggles against the Rams.



<h2>Huntley returned thanks to Harbaugh</h2>



Tyler Huntley’s return to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a> came after he took the initiative this summer. “Tyler Huntley said he texted John Harbaugh this summer and asked him to call him. Harbaugh called immediately, which led to Huntley returning to the Ravens and Baltimore winning a big game on Sunday,” Jamison Hensley reported regarding Huntley’s comments on his return to Baltimore.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Tyler Huntley said he texted John Harbaugh this summer and asked him to call him. Harbaugh called immediately, which led to Huntley returning to the Ravens and Baltimore winning a big game on Sunday <a href="https://t.co/zMcI0TgV2j">pic.twitter.com/zMcI0TgV2j</a>— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) <a href="https://twitter.com/jamisonhensley/status/1982546539680879000?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



Harbaugh didn’t just explain his decision to use Huntley over Rush; following the game, he offered profound praise. With the quarterback by his side, Harbaugh said something significant about Huntley: “I don’t think he can play any better than that. That was one of those all-time great performances,” before adding, “I’m so proud of you.”



<h2>When could Lamar Jackson return?</h2>



There is still no official date for his return, but a report from Adam Schefter suggests <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Jackson</a> is expected to be available to play on Thursday night against Miami, which would be a favorable opportunity against a struggling team like the Dolphins.



“He is expected to go Thursday night against Miami. Then again, he was expected to go today, in John Harbaugh’s opinion a couple weeks ago and he didn’t. But I think they believe that he will be there Thursday night,” Schefter said on ESPN.

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Tyler Huntley had to play as the quarterback for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> in a must-win game against the Chicago Bears. After delivering the win, he sent a message to both Lamar Jackson and head coach John Harbaugh for the team’s next game.



When Evan Washburn of CBS Sports asked him if he was going to play on Thursday, a grateful Huntley said “anything we need to do to get that W in Miami, that’s what we’re going to do.”



Huntley’s message is simple, whether it’s him or Jackson, the team must win to keep the season alive. ‘Snoop’ ended the game with a very good statline. Huntley completed 17/22 for 186 yards and a touchdown against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-bears" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bears</a>. More importantly, he didn’t turn the ball over.



<h2>Harbaugh sent two messages to Huntley as well</h2>



After the game, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbaugh</a> went to the podium and spoke on Huntley’s performance and also on what’s next for the Ravens’ quarterback situation. On Huntley’s game, Harbaugh said, “I don’t think he can play any better than that. That was one of those all-time great performances.” He then turned towards Huntley and exclaimed, “I’m so proud of you.” Harbaugh is a great leader of men.



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As for Jackson’s status, he said that he is not involved in the injury designations, but he is hopeful that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jackson</a> will indeed play on Thursday. This per the report of Jeff Zreibec of The Athletic.


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<h2>Huntley proved he is a much better backup than Cooper Rush</h2>



Being the backup of Lamar Jackson is not easy. Not only because Jackson is arguably a top-three quarterback in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> but also because of his style. That’s what really hurt the team with Cooper Rush under center. Rush is a pocket passer, not that mobile and the playbook needs to change way too much.



With Huntley, who is very mobile and speedy, the Ravens can keep the same playbook they’re used to. Yes, the ceiling won’t be as high as if it was Lamar, but the adjustments are minimum.

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The Baltimore Ravens’ season has been far from the expectations set at the start, and problems still seem unresolved. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a>’s team has dropped key games this campaign and will look to get back on the winning track when it hosts Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears at M&amp;T Bank Stadium.


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Headaches for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a> show no sign of letting up, as his star player will once again miss action this Sunday. Lamar Jackson has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury, with Tyler Huntley set to start in his place.



The news was confirmed by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> insider Adam Schefter, who, via his official X (formerly Twitter) account, hinted at a potential return date for the former Louisville Cardinals star.



“Ravens QB Lamar Jackson will miss his third straight game Sunday due to his hamstring injury and Ravens QB Tyler ‘Snoop’ Huntley is set to start vs. the Bears, per league sources. Jackson is expected to return from his hamstring injury Thursday night in Miami versus the Dolphins.”



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<h2>Controversy surrounding Jackson’s situation</h2>



A major point of controversy has erupted surrounding Lamar Jackson’s status, after the Ravens officially ruled their star quarterback out for Sunday’s game against the Bears due to a hamstring injury. 


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The team’s announcement came despite Jackson practicing all week, an issue compounded by the franchise retroactively changing his final practice designation from “full participation” to “limited.” 



The sudden downgrade and ultimate decision to sit the two-time MVP has fueled speculation across the league about injury report transparency, leaving many to question the nature of the issue just hours before kickoff.



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<h2>On a mission to save the season</h2>



After falling to a dismal 1-5 record, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a> have reached a pivotal, season-defining moment where a home loss to the surging Chicago Bears is simply unacceptable. Even with quarterback Lamar Jackson ruled out, this game represents a must-win scenario for the struggling franchise. 


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No 1-6 team has ever made the playoffs, and with their postseason hopes already clinging to life by a thread, the Ravens must find a way to secure a victory at M&amp;T Bank Stadium and prevent their season from collapsing into complete irrelevance. The pressure is squarely on the defense and backup QB Tyler Huntley to deliver the crucial win that would keep a sliver of hope alive in the AFC North.

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It’s been a while since the Baltimore Ravens have had such a rough season in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a>, and many attribute their struggles to the absence of their biggest star, Lamar Jackson. John Harbaugh’s team faces a tough stretch ahead, but fortunately for them, the quarterback is back at practice with his teammates.



A hamstring injury suffered during the game against the Chiefs sidelined Jackson for the past few weeks, forcing him to miss action with his teammates and giving way to Cooper Rush. Despite some solid performances from Rush, the results unfortunately didn’t follow.



After resting during Week 7, the Ravens will host the Chicago Bears at M&amp;T Bank Stadium in what could be one of their last chances to get back on track in the NFC North. Will Jackson be on the field? <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">Harbaugh</a> can’t afford to take anything for granted.



“It’s hard to put a number on it. I don’t have any shareable injury intelligence,” the head coach stated via Jamison Hensley. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore</a> is against the ropes, and the quarterback’s return to the field feels absolutely essential.



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<h2>The official injury report</h2>



The status of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a> heading into the upcoming weekend continues to evolve by the hour. According to insider Adam Schefter, the QB was listed as “limited” in today’s practice.


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“Ravens officially listed Lamar Jackson as being limited at practice today,” the reported stated via @AdamSchefter. Ravens fans are slowly starting to get their hopes up about seeing him back on the field next Sunday against the Bears.



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<h2>Season on the ropes</h2>



The Baltimore Ravens’ 1-5 start has placed the franchise’s playoff hopes in immediate peril, with the team facing a dramatically compromised future this season if they cannot string together wins immediately. With key injuries mounting and a tough schedule ahead, the margin for error has vanished.



The Ravens must find a way to consistently produce victories over the next few weeks to salvage their season and avoid one of the worst finishes in recent franchise history.



<h2>Time to bounce back</h2>



The Baltimore Ravens, desperately searching for a mid-season turnaround, face a critical upcoming slate of games that offers a clear path to string together much-needed victories. Starting with a home contest against the Chicago Bears, Baltimore then will visit the Miami Dolphins before facing road trips against the Vikings and the Browns. 



This four-game stretch against a manageable schedule presents the Ravens with a significant chance to climb back to relevance and reclaim control of their season before their playoff hopes completely evaporate.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a> is now the target of widespread criticism, including a particularly harsh assessment from a former Baltimore Ravens DL who spent a few seasons with the team, Chris Canty. Canty strongly called out the head coach, pointing to the scarcity of playoff wins the team has achieved over the past ten years.



Appearing on ESPN, Canty criticized the current state of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a>, suggesting the team is only still relying on Harbaugh because he won a Super Bowl long ago. “What’s the shelf life around a Super Bowl? That was a long time ago. 2012,” Canty stated. He also highlighted that the generation of players from ten years ago was vastly different from today’s roster.



“It’s 2025… Only 3 playoff wins over the last decade? Is that good enough?” Canty asked, implying that such a low number of victories since that big championship win seems insufficient for him and for Ravens fans. He concluded, “Doesn’t sound like the Ravens I played for once upon a time.”



Canty was clear in his assessment that Harbaugh is not the best option to lead the Ravens, saying, “I have full respect for Harbaugh, I think he’s a fantastic coach,” but he stressed that Harbaugh’s message as a head coach appears to have become stagnant within the franchise.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">.<a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisCanty99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChrisCanty99</a> isn&apos;t sure that John Harbaugh remains the best option to lead the Baltimore Ravens forward. <a href="https://t.co/deMd3VgHtw">https://t.co/deMd3VgHtw</a> <a href="https://t.co/dZXiA14f1L">pic.twitter.com/dZXiA14f1L</a>— UNSPORTSMANLIKE Radio (@UnSportsESPN) <a href="https://twitter.com/UnSportsESPN/status/1977690147333480929?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



<h2>How long did Chris Canty play for the Ravens?</h2>



Canty played for the Ravens from 2013 to 2015, marking the final three years of his NFL career. He had a relatively stable run with the team, starting in 31 of his 33 games. While he didn’t receive any major individual awards during his career, he did win a Super Bowl with the Giants in 2011.



The amount of time Canty spent with the Ravens under John Harbaugh is more than enough, in his view, to justify his right to criticize the coach and a system that has produced meager results over the last decade.


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The impact of certain stars on their teams isn’t always reflected just on the field — it’s often felt even more in their absence. That’s exactly what the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/john-harbaugh-reveals-if-ravens-could-make-coaching-changes-after-1-5-start">Baltimore Ravens</a> under John Harbaugh are experiencing right now. With Lamar Jackson sidelined for several weeks, the team has struggled to find its footing and hasn’t been able to turn things around.


 


A current record of five losses and just one win paints a challenging picture for a team that, heading into the season, had serious playoff aspirations. The injury to their starting quarterback has completely altered those plans, making his return absolutely crucial.



The latest painful home loss to the Rams, failing to score a single touchdown, is a clear warning sign. A somewhat concerned <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">Harbaugh</a> is hoping to have Jackson back as soon as possible after the bye week.



“I’m leaning into [Jackson’s return] pretty hard,” he said in his press conference. “If I was on the couch with a psychiatrist right now, if I was spilling it, I would have to say I’m leaning really hard into that, really hard. For any kind of psychological wellbeing, spiritual wellbeing, I’m leaning hard on that happening. So, I’m very hopeful that that happens.”



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<h2>Confidence above all</h2>



The outlook is disappointing, that much is clear — especially considering that since the 1970 AFL-<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> merger, only four teams have made the playoffs starting a season 1-5 (1970 Bengals, 2015 Chiefs, 2018 Colts, and Washington in 2020).


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Despite these challenging circumstances, where not only the results but also the on-field performance have been underwhelming, Harbaugh is the last to lose hope. He keeps the team’s playoff dreams alive and remains determined to fight hard within the division.



“Our focus is going forward and what we can accomplish for the next 11 games to try to earn our way into the playoffs, which obviously, as [it was] pointed out last night, has not been done very often with the record we have,” the HC. “But, we still believe we can do it.”



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<h2>Cooper struggles to find his footing</h2>



The Cooper Rush experiment appears to have reached its sudden end, as the veteran backup was benched after his second consecutive rough outing filling in for the injured <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a>. 


 


Thrust into the starting role, Rush failed to inject life into the offense, managing just 72 passing yards in Sunday’s 17-3 loss to the Rams and tossing four interceptions across his two starts. After being pulled from the game following a late-game fumble, the team has reportedly turned to Tyler Huntley, signaling that Rush’s limited production was far from the stability the team had hoped for.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a> can’t remain silent when reporters repeatedly ask him about potential coaching changes following the Baltimore Ravens‘ string of poor results, especially after the latest defeat to the Rams. The head coach emphatically stated that such changes are not in the franchise’s plans.



Sarah Ellison reported on X that the head coach shut down the idea of special changes, saying: “I don’t have any plans to do that. No. I don’t think there is any obvious move there that would make us better.”



“Appreciate you asking. It’s a tough one. I don’t know why that always comes up, really. I love our guys. They work hard. And I think they’re doing a good job of coaching. I’m sure they want some things back too,” Harbaugh said following the home loss.



Hard question or not, Harbaugh has to provide answers about how he plans to pull the team out of their current slump. For now, things are complicated without Lamar Jackson, but at least he is attempting to utilize the two remaining quarterback options.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Ravens fans are booing them. Love it. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Steelers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Steelers</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NFL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NFL</a> <a href="https://t.co/zPhOLY6C4I">pic.twitter.com/zPhOLY6C4I</a>— Blitzburgh (@Blitz_Burgh) <a href="https://twitter.com/Blitz_Burgh/status/1977453841991028956?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 12, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



<h2>Harbaugh reveals plan for Cooper Rush and Tyler Huntley</h2>



According to another key detail Harbaugh revealed during the post-loss press conference against the Rams, his plan while Jackson is out is to rotate Rush and Huntley, believing that using both is the best option for the team.



“My plan was to play them both throughout the course of the game. … In the first half, there didn’t seem to be a moment to bring him out,” Harbaugh said after the game, in which both quarterbacks threw for under 100 yards. Rush had one pass intercepted, and Huntley was sacked four times.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a> was sorely missed as the Baltimore Ravens lost another game, this time against the Los Angeles Rams. During the post game press conference, John Harbaugh gave a timeline on when he expects to have his superstar quarterback back in action.



According to NFL insider Ari Meirov, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/derrick-henry" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbaugh</a> told the media that the expectations are to have Lamar Jackson back for Week 8. The Ravens have a bye week next so that would mean Jackson will be back for the team’s next game, which is against the Chicago Bears.



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> are now 1-5 and have no light to follow. While not having Jackson clearly affects, it’s not the only issue this team has. This is the team’s worst start to a season since 2015.



<h2>Lamar Jackson was not having much success either</h2>



With Jackson on the field, the Ravens were still 1-3. However, the blame wasn’t on him. Success wasn’t following his individual play. He was completing 71.6% of his passes, had 10 touchdown passes, one interception, a league-high 130.5 passer rating and another rushing score.


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However, this team has forced him to win shootouts week in and week out. While the defense isn’t good, the offense has had ill-timed mistakes too that can’t fall on Jackson’s shoulders. 



<h2>Can the Ravens gain momentum after the bye?</h2>



The schedule would dictate that the Ravens will be able to win plenty of games after the bye, even after the dysmal loss to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rams</a> this week. However, how trustworthy is this team really? Yes, with Jackson the offense will gain a huge playmaker. No, he won’t fix how bad the defense has looked and he can’t make his teammates not fumble his passes.



However, the Ravens should see the Bears, Dolphins, Vikings, Browns, Jets, and Bengals and think a good win streak should be on the horizon. If they don’t win at least five of those six games, they could arguably kiss the season goodbye.

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The current 1-4 record in this 2025 NFL season is undoubtedly far from the expectations the Baltimore Ravens had set at the start of the campaign. A big part of their struggles stems from the continued absence of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a>, who will once again be sidelined as the Ravens take on the Los Angeles Rams at M&amp;T Bank Stadium.


 


What are the specific reasons why the former Louisville standout won’t see the field? Jackson still hasn’t fully recovered from the hamstring injury he suffered against the Chiefs a few weeks ago, and as a result, Cooper Rush will once again get the start under center.



With no specific timeline for his official return, according to insider Tom Pelissero, the Ravens remain hopeful that Jackson will be ready to go after next week’s bye.



“The #Ravens are hopeful star QB Lamar Jackson (hamstring) can return after next week’s bye. First, they have to figure out how to get the offense going with backup Cooper Rush against the #Rams to avoid a 1-5 start,” he reported via @TomPelissero.



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<h2>The trust placed in Rush</h2>



The Baltimore Ravens will once more entrust backup quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-rush">Cooper Rush</a> to navigate their offense, as star QB Lamar Jackson has officially been ruled out for today’s crucial contest against the Los Angeles Rams with a nagging hamstring injury. 


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Head Coach John Harbaugh confirmed the move, placing confidence in the veteran backup despite a rocky outing last week. With Jackson sidelined for the second consecutive game, the 1-4 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a> are betting that Rush’s experience will be enough to generate a much-needed win and keep their already spiraling season afloat.



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<h2>Recovering quickly</h2>



The Baltimore Ravens enter today’s home matchup against the Los Angeles Rams facing a crisis of confidence and a brutal historical precedent. Slumped at a discouraging 1-4, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a>‘s squad must treat this Week 6 contest as a playoff game, because falling to 1-5 effectively seals their 2025 season fate. 


 


<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> history shows that teams starting with five losses have less than an 8% chance of reaching the postseason. Without their starting quarterback, the Ravens are running out of lifelines, making a victory over the powerful Rams absolutely critical to avoid seeing their Super Bowl aspirations fade into the early autumn darkness.


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Jim and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh</a> have decided to help each other after a tough Week 5. Following the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-chargers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Los Angeles Chargers</a>’ and Baltimore Ravens’ defeats, the brothers agreed to a trade between their teams to strengthen both defenses.



This year, the Chargers convinced <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jim-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jim Harbaugh</a> to return to the NFL after leaving the Michigan Wolverines. He saw Los Angeles as a promising project, which led him to make his comeback to professional football.



With his arrival, both Harbaugh brothers returned to the NFL for the first time in a decade. Now, despite being rivals in the AFC, they hope to meet deep in the postseason—possibly in the AFC Championship Game—and have worked together on a trade that benefits both squads.



<h2>Chargers and Ravens agree to trade to strengthen defenses</h2>



In Week 5, the Chargers suffered a tough loss to the Commanders at SoFi Stadium. Los Angeles struggled to pressure Daniel Jones as much as Jim Harbaugh would’ve liked.



Meanwhile, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a>’ defense faced even bigger problems, getting crushed 44-10 by the Texans. To address those issues, the Harbaugh brothers decided to pull off a trade that could help stabilize both defenses.


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On Tuesday, the Ravens agreed to send edge rusher Odafe Oweh and a future seventh-round pick to the Chargers in exchange for safety Alohi Gilman and a 2026 fifth-round pick.



The Ravens were looking to bolster their secondary and view Gilman as a dependable partner for star safety Kyle Hamilton. As for the Chargers, Oweh—a former first-round pick—should immediately help improve their pass rush even more this season.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a> couldn’t stay silent when asked about the future of Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Zach Orr. After the blowout loss to the Houston Texans, Harbaugh made it clear that the team’s priority is to stay united and evaluate the situation together.



Reporter Jeff Zrebiec asked Harbaugh about the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a>‘ defensive struggles, saying, “John, do you have to consider changes with Zach [Orr] on the defensive staff?” The head coach replied, “You try to do the most productive things, and I do not think that is the answer. We’ve got to go to work, that’s what we need to do. We need to stick together.”



Before the game, Harbaugh praised Orr’s handling of adversity, calling him “really strong” when responding to a question from Carita Parks about the Ravens’ defense. Harbaugh described Orr as “honest, forthright, and doesn’t hide anything,” adding that despite recent struggles, “success is coming” for the team.



With four losses already early in the season, those questions were inevitable. Seeing the Ravens sitting at 1-4 is a clear red flag — something is seriously wrong in the trenches. Right now, they rank as the worst defense in the league, allowing an average of 33.3 points per game.



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<h2>Clear messages for the Ravens</h2>



When asked if the locker room was absorbing the messages from coach Harbaugh and Orr, Kyle Van Noy carefully dodged the question. The linebacker joked that the topic was “probably a question that’s above my pay grade,” before giving a lukewarm response that their “messaging is… fine.”



Next week, the Ravens will have another chance at home to get back on track, facing the Rams before heading into their bye week. But if they enter that break at 1-5, things could get complicated — not only for Orr’s job security but possibly for Harbaugh’s future as well.


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