Baltimore Beatdown on Lamar Jackson

ArticleRavens survey and discussion: predicting Baltimore’s 2026 win total
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That is, of course, assuming Lamar Jackson can return within the next couple of weeks without a dropoff in his performance. The Ravens have a tough schedule ahead but with Jackson under center, every game is winnable.
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Jackson's return within weeks is critical to Ravens' 10-11 win projection and playoff viability.

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.

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