How long will rg3 be out

Griffin knows there isn't much of an opportunity to start in Baltimore with Lamar Jackson running the show, and his chance of being brought back as the backup appear slim too. Just when he was getting his footing and the Ravens offense moving in the second half, Griffin suffered a hamstring injury that sent him to the sideline for the rest of the year.

Trace McSorley took over for the rest of that game, then he suffered a season-ending knee injury two weeks later. That led to undrafted rookie Tyler Huntley backing up Jackson for the rest of the year, including the playoffs where he finished the divisional game in Buffalo for the concussed Jackson. After releasing Griffin, General Manager Eric DeCosta said he was "impressed" by McSorley and Huntley and said both have a "legitimate chance" to compete for the backup job in I've worked with those guys, one for one year and one for the past two years, and I know how eager they are to get out there and play," Griffin said.

They all deserve it. If they can get a good backup that's cheaper, I think that's what they want to do. If it's back in Baltimore, that's awesome. I learned how to play like a Raven, know what it means to be a Raven, and will always cherish my time with the Ravens. The Ravens helped Griffin breathe new life into his career. The No. Griffin was signed on April 4, Three weeks later, the Ravens drafted Jackson, which left Griffin battling to make the roster.

Always Free! Baltimore Ravens News. Jags, regardless if wife goes into labor. NFL - Execs angry with league's handling of Rodgers situation? He completed 2-of-4 passes for 21 yards in a Week 13 win over the Falcons. Griffin didn't attempt a run. Flacco was out of town in , making Jackson the starter and Griffin the backup. When the Ravens blew out Miami in Week 1, Griffin completed all six of his passes for 55 yards and a touchdown.

Griffin also got a Week 17 start against the Steelers as Baltimore rested Jackson. RG3 led the Ravens to a win, completing of passes for 96 yards and an interception while rushing eight times for 50 yards. The Ravens also ran a play in Week 10 of in which Jackson, Griffin and Mark Ingram were all in the backfield, marking what was probably the first time three Heisman Trophy winners lined up together in an NFL backfield. Entering Week 12 of , Griffin had seen limited duty in three games, but that would change.

Lamar Jackson tested positive for COVID, meaning he wouldn't play against the Steelers in a game rescheduled three times due to a coronavirus outbreak on the Ravens. Ravens nickel cornerback Tavon Young left Thursday night's game with a foot injury, adding to Baltimore's injuries in the secondary.

Head Coach Brian Flores and Dolphins defensive players talked about their blitz-heavy approach against the Ravens. Plus, offensive lineman Robert Hunt explains what he was thinking on his penalty touchdown. Miscommunication in coverage ruins a strong defensive showing.

Lack of points in the first quarter remains a challenge. Were the Ravens running on empty after last week's OT thriller? Dolphins used a new strategy to defeat the Jackson-led Ravens. Screen passes were the talk of the first half. The University of Louisville is naming a street after Lamar Jackson ahead of this weekend's number retirement ceremony. Lamar Jackson and the Ravens offense never got in sync in Miami against a defense that delivered constant pressure. After a three-game absence, Sammy Watkins was held to one catch and lost a fumble that was returned for a touchdown, part of a difficult night for Baltimore's entire offense.

The veteran pass rusher took down Jacoby Brissett on the Dolphins' first drive of the second half. Ryan Mink BaltimoreRavens. Related Content.