Ravens' QB Jackson Officially Ruled Out For Week 18

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh officially ruled out star quarterback Lamar Jackson on Friday for their regular season finale against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. EST.

Ravens’ HC John Harbaugh officially ruled out QB Lamar Jackson for Sunday’s game vs. the Bengals.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 6, 2023

This would make the fifth straight game Jackson has missed due to a PCL injury that he initially suffered in Week 13's win against the Denver Broncos (10-9). However, Harbaugh stated in his presser on Friday that he is optimistic about Jackson returning for the playoffs next week and that all parties are working hard to try to make that happen, via Ravens reporter Luke Jones.

John Harbaugh started his press conference addressing Lamar Jackson’s status. The Ravens coach said they’re “hopeful for next week” and reiterated all parties are working hard to try to make that happen. There’s no further update beyond him being out Sunday. #Ravens
— Luke Jones (@BaltimoreLuke) January 6, 2023

Also it is worth noting that the former league MVP has not participated in practice since his leg injury and there has been speculation that Jackson could be holding out from stepping on the field due to his ongoing contract dispute with the Ravens.