Baltimore Beatdown

The rookie RB remains on injured reserve, limiting his availability and fantasy relevance.

The rookie TE played 16 snaps in Cincinnati and made a solid impact on eight routes, catching 2-of-2 targets for 35 yards and 4.38 yards per route run; his efficiency is notable as Mark Andrews continues to struggle, creating opportunity for Cuevas's role to expand.

The rookie TE returned after missing Cleveland but was deployed primarily as a run blocker (more than half his snaps), and drew zero targets on his limited route snaps; the run-blocking focus may be intentional recovery management following his hand injury.

The rookie WR was a healthy scratch for the second consecutive week, indicating a limited offensive role and lack of immediate fantasy relevance.

The rookie WR continued to flash with three catches for 25 yards, including two first-down conversions; his hands have shown up in traffic and on critical third-down situations, and his role is expected to grow once Lamar Jackson returns to the lineup.

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will return from a three-game absence to play on Sunday against the Buffalo Bills, as announced by head coach Jesse Minter on Friday.

Bills running back Ray Davis was added to the Week 8 injury report with an illness and did not participate in Thursday's practice. This could impact Buffalo's backfield availability for Sunday's game.

Bills right tackle Spencer Brown was sidelined for a second day in a row due to a back injury, putting him at real risk of missing Sunday's game against the Ravens. This could impact Buffalo's offensive line protection.

Running back Adam Randall was designated to return from injured reserve after a neck injury. The Ravens could slowplay his return, but Randall could fortify the team's running back position. He was only designated to return this week and still has another week to practice before he must be activated.

Quarterback Lamar Jackson is 'on track' to return from his three-game absence, per Matt Zenitz. The 29-year-old was a full participant for a second day in a row on Thursday; a repeat on Friday would set him up to play against the Bills. However, the quick turnaround before Week 8 could be a factor, as it was last year.

Flowers finished with 137 yards and a touchdown on eight receptions in Baltimore's 35-13 loss to Cincinnati; his touchdown was a 48-yard reception on a pass behind the line of scrimmage from Tyler Huntley.

Huntley finished with a career-high 292 passing yards but also one interception while completing 24 of 34 attempts in Baltimore's 35-13 loss to Cincinnati; his touchdown was a short pass behind the line of scrimmage to Zay Flowers that went for 48 yards.

Henry was contained by Cincinnati's defense, rushing for just 45 yards on 17 carries (2.6 yards per carry) in Baltimore's 35-13 loss to the Bengals.

Perine rushed for a one-yard touchdown in Cincinnati's 35-13 win over Baltimore.

Brown was Cincinnati's leading rusher with only 39 yards on 11 attempts in the Bengals' 35-13 win over Baltimore.

Gesicki caught a touchdown pass in Cincinnati's 35-13 win over Baltimore as part of the Bengals' five-straight scoring drives in the second half.

Sample caught a touchdown pass in Cincinnati's 35-13 win over Baltimore as part of the Bengals' five-straight scoring drives in the second half.

Chase caught a touchdown pass in Cincinnati's 35-13 win over Baltimore as part of the Bengals' five-straight scoring drives in the second half.

Higgins was unguardable, finishing with 148 yards and a touchdown on six catches in Cincinnati's 35-13 win over Baltimore.

Burrow threw for 292 yards and four touchdowns while completing 22 of 30 attempts in Cincinnati's dominant 35-13 divisional win over Baltimore; the source notes he 'could seemingly do no wrong' as the Bengals scored five straight touchdowns in the second half after being shut out in the first half.

Metcalf led all Steelers receivers with 56 yards on two catches in Pittsburgh's 16-10 win over New Orleans.

Warren once again led Pittsburgh's rushing attack with 18 carries for 101 yards in the Steelers' 16-10 win over New Orleans.

Washington caught one touchdown pass from Aaron Rodgers but had only one catch on the day in Pittsburgh's 16-10 win over New Orleans.

Rodgers completed 19 of 30 pass attempts for 212 yards and one touchdown while being sacked three times in Pittsburgh's 16-10 win over New Orleans; also scrambled on a crucial third down to extend the Steelers' final drive of the game.

Pollard broke off 129 yards and three touchdowns on 25 carries for Tennessee against Cleveland, though the Titans ultimately lost 27-24.

First-round pick KC Concepcion led the Browns with 129 receiving yards on eight catches in a breakout performance against Tennessee.

Judkins had his best game of the season, rushing for 96 yards and two touchdowns on 17 carries in Cleveland's 27-24 win over Tennessee.

Fannin Jr. made a crucial 36-yard reception with under 30 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter that set up Cleveland's game-winning field goal in the 27-24 victory over Tennessee.

Watson connected with Harold Fannin Jr. for a 36-yard completion with under 30 seconds left in the fourth quarter to set up a game-winning field goal in Cleveland's 27-24 win over Tennessee; finished with 308 passing yards, one interception, and a game-tying rushing touchdown on the previous drive.

Running back Adam Randall was listed as a full participant in the Ravens' Wednesday injury report and is designated to return from injured reserve after a neck injury, indicating he is progressing toward availability.

Mark Andrews was listed as a full participant in the Ravens' Wednesday injury report with a hand injury designation, indicating no practice limitations.

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was a full participant in practice on Wednesday for the first time since suffering a high ankle sprain in Week 4. He missed the next two games and returned to practice last week in limited capacity, participating all three days before being ruled out on Saturday for the Cincinnati Bengals matchup. His upgrade to full participation on Wednesday is an early sign he could be available for the Ravens' Week 8 matchup against the Buffalo Bills; full participation in all three days would strongly indicate readiness to play, though a short week before next Thursday's matchup with the Jacksonville Jaguars could also factor into the decision.

Lamar Jackson suffered a high ankle sprain three weeks ago and has been listed as day-to-day for two weeks; the Ravens would likely be 5-2 at worst without this injury. With Jackson on the field, the Ravens offense ranks second in EPA/play this season, but his absence has significantly impacted the team's record and playoff positioning. Jackson and Flowers have yet to play a full game together, and he has been dealing with a revolving door at center and right guard.

Ravens first-round WR pick has delivered mixed returns at best; source contrasts Bateman with successful first-round picks Zay Flowers and Kyle Hamilton, noting that five of previous seven first-round picks were spent on receivers and defensive backs, with Bateman being primary disappointment among receivers.

Ravens first-round WR pick considered a hit; source notes Flowers and Kyle Hamilton were successful first-round selections, contrasting with mixed returns on Rashod Bateman and uncertain jury on Nate Wiggins and Malaki Starks. Additionally, source notes Jackson and Flowers have yet to play full game together, suggesting untapped upside.

Ravens tight end looks like shell of himself; comprises approximately 20% of Ravens total salary cap alongside Humphrey and Smith. Contract has quickly looked like mistake in hindsight; source notes Andrews, Humphrey, and Smith together represent significant cap allocation that is now preventing team from making significant trade deadline moves.

Ravens QB suffered high ankle sprain three weeks ago; listed as day-to-day for two weeks; source disputes report that team was surprised he could not play Sunday. Without Jackson, Ravens are 1-2 in three straight games with backup QB, which is closer to expected result than disaster. With Jackson on field, Ravens offense ranks second in EPA/play this season despite dealing with revolving door at center and right guard.

Multiple analysts tie Ravens' win-total projections directly to Lamar Jackson's return timeline and health status. Frank Platko projects 10 wins (6-4 remainder) assuming Jackson returns within the next couple of weeks without performance dropoff, noting every game becomes winnable with him under center. Stephen Bopst frames the Ravens' record as hinging on Jackson's health, projecting 10-7 if he returns. Dustin Cox projects 11-6 if Jackson returns this week and stays healthy, expecting Baltimore to become dangerous in the conference despite losing top-seed and division hopes. The consensus is that Jackson's availability is the primary variable determining whether the Ravens make the playoffs.

Rookie running back Adam Randall is close to returning from injured reserve after being sidelined with a foot injury to start the year and becoming eligible to return in Week 5. The 6-foot-3, 240-pound back ran hard in the preseason and averaged 3.71 yards after contact (via PFF). The Ravens offense is desperate to improve in short-yardage situations, and Randall could be part of the solution. The team now has three running backs on their active roster and none on their practice squad, signaling his imminent return.

The Ravens released running back Jonathan Ward from their practice squad. Ward has spent time in Baltimore in each of the last two seasons but has not appeared in a game, and his release suggests the team is preparing for rookie Adam Randall's return from injured reserve.