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Lamar Jackson headed to IR after right-thumb injury

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What was reported

Sourced report

Jackson will have right-thumb surgery and be placed on injured reserve after leaving Baltimore's loss to Buffalo on the opening offensive snap.

Status basis: high trust source

FFT analysis

Fantasy impact

Move Jackson out of active lineups and secure a replacement quarterback; monitor Baltimore's starter announcement and Jackson's recovery timetable.

Impact 10/10Direction downConfidence 98%

Original sources

FFT analysis does not replace the original reporting.

  1. Nick ShookPrimary

    NFL.com reported that Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will undergo surgery after injuring his right thumb on Baltimore's first offensive snap against Buffalo. Ravens coach Jesse Minter said Jackson will be placed on injured reserve.

  2. Nick Shook

    NFL.com reported that Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will undergo surgery after injuring his right thumb on Baltimore's first offensive snap against Buffalo. Ravens coach Jesse Minter said Jackson will be placed on injured reserve.

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