Ravens start undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano with Lamar Jackson out
Baltimore Ravens coach Jesse Minter said undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano will start at quarterback Thursday night against the Jacksonville Jaguars, his first NFL start. Lamar Jackson injured his right thumb on Baltimore's first offensive snap in Sunday's 36-10 loss at Buffalo; Minter said Jackson will undergo surgery and be placed on injured reserve. Backup Tyler Huntley has a turf toe injury. The Ravens also signed quarterback Kedon Slovis.
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Why it matters
Baltimore will play without its star quarterback and its usual backup. Coach Jesse Minter said Jackson will have surgery on his right thumb and go on injured reserve, and the team signed quarterback Kedon Slovis for depth.
What to watch
The Ravens host the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday night, with Joe Fagnano making his first NFL start.
Sources
- CBS Sports: Ravens name Joe Fagnano starter vs. Jaguars
- Bleacher Report: Ravens sign new QB, announce Week 9 starter
- ESPN: Lamar Jackson needs thumb surgery, will be placed on IR
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