NFL Week 5: Lamar Jackson Out, Bucky Irving on Crutches – Injury Impact
The NFL’s Week 5 is marked by significant injury developments, particularly affecting key players such as Lamar Jackson and Bucky Irving.
Lamar Jackson Ruled Out for Week 5
The Baltimore Ravens quarterback, Lamar Jackson, will not participate in the upcoming game against the Houston Texans due to a hamstring injury. Jackson sustained this injury during last week’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs and was unable to practice throughout the week.
With Jackson sidelined, Cooper Rush will take the lead in Sunday’s matchup. The Ravens are striving to avoid a disappointing 1-4 record for the first time since 2015. They will face the Los Angeles Rams after their game against the Texans.
Ravens’ Additional Injury Concerns
- Safety Kyle Hamilton (groin): Out
- Linebacker Roquan Smith (hamstring): Out
- Cornerback Marlon Humphrey (calf): Out
- Fullback Patrick Ricard (calf): Out
Bucky Irving’s Injury Update
Bucky Irving of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could face an extended absence due to a foot sprain. After wearing a protective boot and using crutches this week, his status for the game against the Seattle Seahawks remains uncertain.
Head coach Todd Bowles expressed concerns that Irving may also miss the following week’s matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.
Other Notable Injuries for Week 5
Several other teams are also dealing with critical injuries ahead of Sunday’s games:
- Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels is cleared to play after missing two games.
- The Commanders will be without receivers Terry McLaurin and Noah Brown.
- Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is questionable due to a lingering knee issue.
- Carolina Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard is out with a calf injury.
Week 5 Bye Weeks
- Atlanta Falcons
- Chicago Bears
- Green Bay Packers
- Pittsburgh Steelers
As teams finalize their game plans, these injury updates will have significant implications for fans, fantasy sports players, and coaches across the league. Stay tuned for further developments surrounding Week 5 matchups on El-Balad.
