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Lamar Jackson Returns to Full Practice Before Ravens Game Against Bills

Lamar Jackson was a full participant in practice for the Baltimore Ravens after missing three games with an ankle injury.

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Jackson back on the practice field

Quarterback Lamar Jackson was a full participant in Wednesday practice for the Baltimore Ravens in Owings Mills, Maryland. It marked the first time Jackson completed a full practice session since spraining his left ankle 24 days ago.

Jackson missed the last three games for Baltimore. On Wednesday, he jogged briskly onto the field, though he did not run during the portion of practice open to the media. His left ankle was taped, but he moved well while throwing passes to wide receiver Zay Flowers and handing the ball off to running back Derrick Henry.

Ravens coach Jesse Minter expressed optimism about Jackson's progress. Minter noted that the more Jackson is able to do and feel certainly raises optimism heading into Sunday's road game against the Buffalo Bills.

Offense looks to regain spark

The Ravens currently sit at 4-3 and are in last place in the AFC North. Backup quarterback Tyler Huntley filled in while Jackson was out, leading Baltimore to a 1-2 record over those three weeks.

The offensive production dropped significantly without Jackson. In 14 quarters with Jackson this season, Baltimore scored 14 touchdowns. In 14 quarters without him, the offense managed just five touchdowns. The team also failed to score any points in the second half of its losses over the last two weeks.

Offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley said having Jackson back would provide a big boost against the 5-1 Bills. Stanley described Jackson as the best player in the NFL, while adding that the team does not want to rely on him to carry everyone.

Derrick Henry also welcomed the quarterback's return. Henry called Jackson the heart and soul of the team and offense, noting that everyone gets excited whenever Jackson is back on the field to put the team in the best position to win.

What it means for the next game

Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills (NFL, Sun, 01 Nov): Buffalo Bills win 54%, Baltimore Ravens win 46%; projected score Buffalo Bills 27, Baltimore Ravens 26. Our safest pick: Under 61.5 points.

Jacksonville Jaguars at Baltimore Ravens (NFL, Fri, 06 Nov): Baltimore Ravens win 53%, Jacksonville Jaguars win 47%; projected score Baltimore Ravens 24, Jacksonville Jaguars 22. Our safest pick: Under 55.5 points.