Ravens Face Lineup Shake-Up as Rashod Bateman is Inactive Against Jets
The Baltimore Ravens are gearing up for their Week 12 clash against the struggling New York Jets, hoping to extend their winning streak to five games. However, they will have to do so without one of their key offensive weapons, wide receiver Rashod Bateman, who has been declared inactive due to an ankle injury.
Final Inactive List Released
As anticipation builds for the matchup, the Ravens have officially released their final inactive list, which includes seven players:
Rashod Bateman, WR
Rasheen Ali, RB
Keyon Martin, CB
Ben Cleveland, G
Carson Vinson, T
Aeneas Peebles, DT
Cooper Rush, QB
Bateman’s absence marks the second consecutive game he will miss due to his injury. Prior to kickoff, he was seen on the field participating in some light workouts, a hopeful sign that he may be nearing a return.
Bateman’s Struggles This Season
Bateman’s season has been challenging. After a breakout year with nine touchdown receptions last season, he has only managed to catch 16 passes for 194 yards and two touchdowns across nine games. In his absence, the Ravens will rely heavily on DeAndre Hopkins and rookie Zay Flowers to step up as the primary receiving threats.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has also hinted at an increased role for tight end Isaiah Likely, suggesting that both Likely and Mark Andrews could see more targets in the passing game.
Additional Inactive Players and Injury Updates
Keyon Martin will also miss the game after being ruled out earlier in the week due to a chest injury. In his rookie season, Martin has shown promise with 23 tackles, one tackle for loss, one quarterback hit, one sack, and one pass deflection across 10 games, including one start.
Interestingly, offensive lineman Emery Jones has been activated for the first time this season, though he is not expected to replace Andrew Vorhees or Daniel Faalele in the starting lineup.
On a positive note, running back Justice Hill returns to action after missing last week’s game due to injury. He will support Derrick Henry and share the workload with fellow backup Keaton Mitchell.
Ravens’ Outlook Against the Jets
Despite facing several injuries, the Ravens find themselves in a more advantageous position than they were a few weeks ago, especially considering they are up against a Jets team that has struggled this season with just two wins. The Ravens are optimistic that they can secure a victory even without some of their key players.
As the game approaches, fans are eager for updates and insights, with Baltimore Ravens coverage providing the latest news, interviews, and analysis leading up to kickoff.
