# Jacoby Brissett leads Ravens rescue mission

> Jacoby Brissett starts Ravens after quarterback injuries, aiming to turn playoff hopes around.
- Title: Jacoby Brissett leads Ravens rescue mission · The Banner
- Summary: Jacoby Brissett starts Ravens after quarterback injuries, aiming to turn playoff hopes around.
- Keywords: ravens, jacoby brissett, lamar jackson, taylor huntley, m&t bank stadium, nfl, chargers, quarterback injuries, playoff hopes, rescue mission, The Banner
- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/sports/ravens-nfl/ravens-chargers-jacoby-brissett-lamar-jackson-monday-night-football-72I62YXN35HEVPWR6SKUXVXMIQ
- Author: Jonas Shaffer
- Published: 2026-11-12T23:42:33.372+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: ravens, jacoby brissett, lamar jackson, taylor huntley, m&t bank stadium, nfl, chargers, quarterback injuries, playoff hopes, rescue mission, news, local
## 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.
## Key takeaway

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.