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Jacoby Brissett leads Ravens rescue mission
Jacoby Brissett starts Ravens after quarterback injuries, aiming to turn playoff hopes around.
In brief
Jacoby Brissett starts Ravens after quarterback injuries, aiming to turn playoff hopes around. Jacoby Brissett, a 33-year-old quarterback, starts for the Ravens to rescue their playoff hopes after Lamar Jackson's thumb injury and Tyler Huntley's toe injury. Originally reported by The Banner.
Jacoby Brissett starts Ravens
Jacoby Brissett will start for the Ravens in their Monday night game against the Chargers, marking his sixth team as a starter in the NFL.
Ravens playoff hopes plummet
The Ravens' playoff chances have dropped after a four-game losing streak with historic margins and multiple quarterback injuries.
Lamar Jackson's thumb injury
Lamar Jackson suffered a thumb injury during a game against the Buffalo Bills that will keep him out indefinitely.
Tyler Huntley's toe injury
Backup quarterback Tyler Huntley suffered a toe injury that could end his season during the same game.
Brissett's rescue mission
Brissett, a 33-year-old journeyman who has started 73 games across 11 years, has led rescue missions for multiple teams.
Brissett's trade history
Brissett was traded from the New England Patriots to the Indianapolis Colts eight days before his 2017 season opener.
Brissett's recent performance
Brissett went 1-11 in Arizona after replacing Kyler Murray and ranked No. 22 in expected points added per play this year.
Ravens sign Brissett
The Ravens signed Brissett in exchange for a fourth-round pick in next year’s draft and a seventh-rounder in 2028.
Coaches praise Brissett
Coach Jesse Minter called Brissett a high-level leader who can impact young players with his experience and preparation.
Brissett's practice work
Brissett spent time with Ravens coaches and worked on timing with new wide receivers after arriving in Baltimore.
Early positive signs
Defensive lineman Calais Campbell said Brissett looks 'real good' in practice and 'rips the ball', while Roger Rosengarten noted 'wow'-level passes.
Ravens' schedule advantage
The Ravens face the NFL's worst team, the Chargers, and have a strong schedule with multiple teams with losing records.
Brissett's focus on present
Brissett said he would focus on learning teammates and plays for the upcoming game rather than worrying about Jackson's return.
The big picture
Jacoby Brissett, a 33-year-old quarterback, starts for the Ravens to rescue their playoff hopes after Lamar Jackson's thumb injury and Tyler Huntley's toe injury.
