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Ravens Struggle Without Jackson, Eyes on Playoff Hopes

10/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens are 1-5 after a 17-3 loss to the Los Angeles Rams.
Lamar Jackson has missed the last two games with a hamstring injury from Week 4.
John Harbaugh, Ravens head coach, expects Jackson to return after the Week 7 bye.
In Jackson's absence, Cooper Rush and Tyler Huntley have struggled.
Week 8 game against the Chicago Bears heightens the importance of Jackson's return for playoff hopes.

History

Historical Context

The 1982 NFL season was significantly impacted by a 57-day players' strike, reducing the schedule from 16 to just nine games. This led to an expanded playoff format, allowing 16 teams to compete, including the Washington Redskins, who ultimately won Super Bowl XVII. The season highlighted the ongoing challenges teams face when key players are unavailable, a theme that resonates in today's NFL.

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Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens are 1-5 after a 17-3 loss to the Los Angeles Rams.
Lamar Jackson has missed the last two games with a hamstring injury from Week 4.
John Harbaugh, Ravens head coach, expects Jackson to return after the Week 7 bye.
In Jackson's absence, Cooper Rush and Tyler Huntley have struggled.
Week 8 game against the Chicago Bears heightens the importance of Jackson's return for playoff hopes.

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