Jacksonville enters Thursday’s matchup with Baltimore riding high after a 42-7 rout of Indianapolis, but the Ravens’ quarterback injuries don’t make them harmless. With Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley out, Baltimore is expected to lean on Derrick Henry and a run-heavy plan; the Jaguars must contain him, account for Zay Flowers and avoid overlooking a talented defense. Jacksonville’s offense has matchup options through the air and on the ground, while DaVon Hamilton’s injury raises concerns about its defensive depth.

By the Numbers
  • Jaguars beat the Colts, 42-7.
  • Trevor Lawrence completed 10 of 14 passes for 210 yards and 3 touchdowns.
  • Bhayshul Tuten had 18 touches, 159 scrimmage yards and 2 touchdowns.
  • Rayuan Lane III returned an interception 92 yards for a touchdown; Jacksonville has won 14 of its last 17 games.
  • The Jaguars have won 7 straight home games, scoring at least 34 points and winning by 17 or more in each.
Yes, But

Baltimore is short-handed at quarterback and has struggled recently, yet its defense remains loaded with top-tier talent. Jacksonville also faces a significant concern of its own: Hamilton’s quad injury could weaken the defensive interior and affect the team down the stretch.

State of Play
  • Third-string quarterback Joe Fagnano is expected to start for Baltimore, making Henry’s workload and the Ravens’ ground game central to the matchup.
  • Jacksonville’s offense is producing through both the pass and run, while its defense will need to contain Henry and limit Flowers’ quick throws and screens.
  • Hamilton is sidelined; Matt Dickerson, Arik Armstead and Ruke Orhorhoro are among the potential replacements.
What’s Next

If Jacksonville controls the line of scrimmage and forces Baltimore away from its run-first plan, the Jaguars could turn the Ravens’ quarterback situation into a decisive advantage. Sustaining that performance without Hamilton will be an important test as Jacksonville pursues a deep playoff run.

Bottom Line

The Jaguars have the momentum and offensive firepower, but the key is treating a depleted Ravens team as a real threat: stop Henry, make Fagnano carry the offense and withstand the loss of a pivotal defensive tackle.