{"id":5584,"date":"2025-11-21T01:04:48","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T01:04:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/readtrends.com\/en\/jackson-holler-sacked-ravens\/"},"modified":"2025-11-21T01:04:48","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T01:04:48","slug":"jackson-holler-sacked-ravens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/readtrends.com\/en\/jackson-holler-sacked-ravens\/","title":{"rendered":"Oft-sacked Jackson: &#8216;I&#8217;m going to holler at my guys&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"<article>\n<h2>Lead<\/h2>\n<p>On Thursday in Owings Mills, Md., Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson returned to practice and reacted to a startling statistic: he has already been sacked 23 times in seven starts this season, matching his total from all of 2024. Jackson said he plans to address the issue directly with his offensive line after learning the tally, and he acknowledged recent minor injuries that have interrupted his preparation. Baltimore is 5-5 and riding a four-game winning streak, but Jackson&#8217;s protection concerns and uneven passing numbers have become a clear storyline.<\/p>\n<h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Jackson has been sacked 23 times in seven starts this season, equal to his 2024 total of 23 sacks in 17 starts.<\/li>\n<li>He missed three games this season with a hamstring issue and sat out a Wednesday practice this week due to an ankle concern before fully participating Thursday.<\/li>\n<li>Since becoming the Ravens starter in 2018, Jackson has absorbed 1,305 hits, 107 more than any other quarterback in that span.<\/li>\n<li>In recent road victories at Minnesota and Cleveland he completed 57.4% of attempts for about 184.5 yards per game; in the Browns win he had no touchdown passes and two interceptions for a 47.6 passer rating.<\/li>\n<li>Despite the protection issues, Baltimore has won four straight and sits at 5-5, keeping the team in a competitive position in the AFC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Background<\/h2>\n<p>Lamar Jackson became the Ravens&#8217; starting quarterback midway through the 2018 season and has since developed into a two-time NFL Most Valuable Player and the focal point of Baltimore&#8217;s offense. His playing style blends mobility and improvisation, which has yielded both high-impact plays and frequent contact from defenders. The sustained physical toll is reflected in league-tracking figures: since 2018 Jackson has been hit 1,305 times, a mark cited as 107 more than the next quarterback over the same period.<\/p>\n<p>The contrast between seasons is stark. In 2024 Jackson was sacked 23 times across 17 starts, a number that ranked 26th among quarterbacks that year. This season the same sack total has arrived in only seven starts, placing him among the league leaders in sacks allowed even after missing multiple games due to injury. Those trends have raised questions about offensive-line performance, scheme adjustments, and how the team manages Jackson&#8217;s workload.<\/p>\n<h2>Main Event<\/h2>\n<p>Jackson returned to practice Thursday and reacted with visible surprise when told he had been sacked 23 times this season. He said he told himself he needed to &#8216;talk to the offensive line about that&#8217; and added he was &#8216;going to holler at my guys about that.&#8217; The remarks came after he missed Wednesday practice with an ankle issue but was a full participant the next day.<\/p>\n<p>Earlier in the week Jackson also sat out a practice because of knee soreness, then resumed full activity for the remainder of the week. He described feeling generally healthy while acknowledging he may continue to skip midweek sessions as part of his preparation. &#8216;We&#8217;ll see how it goes,&#8217; he said about the potential routine change and added he would check with coach John Harbaugh on the approach.<\/p>\n<p>On the field, Jackson&#8217;s recent passing numbers have been below his peak. In road wins at Minnesota and Cleveland he completed 57.4% of throws for an average of 184.5 yards, and in the 23-16 victory at Cleveland he recorded no touchdown passes and threw two interceptions, producing a 47.6 passer rating, the second-lowest of his career. Those efficiency issues, coupled with frequent hits and sacks, have sharpened scrutiny of Baltimore&#8217;s protection and play-calling.<\/p>\n<h2>Analysis &#038; Implications<\/h2>\n<p>The rapid accumulation of sacks this season suggests a mix of factors rather than a single cause. Offensive-line performance, play design that holds the ball too long, and defensive scheming that prioritizes pressure have all contributed. With Jackson&#8217;s dual-threat mobility removed on some plays by purposeful box\u2011in strategies, opponents have shown an ability to generate consistent pressure, forcing quicker decisions or exposing him to hits when plays break down.<\/p>\n<p>Durability is a central concern. Jackson has been one of the most frequently struck quarterbacks since 2018, and repeated high-contact seasons raise the risk of cumulative wear that can depress accuracy and decision-making. Baltimore&#8217;s staff faces a trade-off: preserve Jackson with more schematic protection and quicker releases at the potential cost of limiting his playmaking, or maintain his current role and accept the higher contact rate.<\/p>\n<p>The team&#8217;s short-term record complicates decisions. At 5-5 with a four-game winning streak, conservative moves that aim to protect Jackson could help sustain the run while preserving postseason hopes. Conversely, scheme changes that reduce sacks may require personnel shifts or altered game plans that change the offense&#8217;s identity, a difficult choice midseason for a team still fighting for seeding.<\/p>\n<h2>Comparison &#038; Data<\/h2>\n<figure>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Metric<\/th>\n<th>2024<\/th>\n<th>2025 (so far)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Sacks on Jackson<\/td>\n<td>23 (17 starts)<\/td>\n<td>23 (7 starts)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ravens record (current)<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<td>5-5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p>The table highlights how quickly the sack total accumulated this season compared with 2024. Jackson reaching 23 sacks in seven starts is notable because it accelerates pressure-related concerns and compresses into a shorter timeframe the physical toll that previously played out over a full season. That acceleration has implications for play-calling, practice cadence, and potential lineup adjustments along the offensive front.<\/p>\n<h2>Reactions &#038; Quotes<\/h2>\n<p>Before practice Jackson was asked about the sack total and gave a direct response framed by both accountability and encouragement to teammates. He communicated frustration with the protection but also a desire to address it internally rather than publicly assign blame.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>I got to talk to the offensive line about that. I&#8217;m going to holler at my guys about that.<\/p>\n<p><cite>Lamar Jackson<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Jackson also downplayed age concerns while acknowledging the need to manage his body. He said he does not feel old and pointed toward small changes in preparation rather than wholesale alterations to his game.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>I don&#8217;t think I&#8217;m old at all right now. Not that old.<\/p>\n<p><cite>Lamar Jackson<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Asked about changing his weekly routine to include more rest, Jackson offered a measured answer that placed the decision with head coach John Harbaugh. That suggests the team will weigh medical advice and competitive considerations before formalizing any altered practice plan.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>We&#8217;ll see how it goes. I got to see how he feels about it.<\/p>\n<p><cite>Lamar Jackson<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>\n<aside>\n<details>\n<summary>Explainer: sacks, QB hits, and passer rating<\/summary>\n<p>A sack is recorded when the quarterback is tackled behind the line of scrimmage while attempting to pass; repeated sacks can lead to sacks-related turnovers and drive erosion. A QB hit or hurry can also affect accuracy and decision-making even when not logged as a sack. Passer rating is an efficiency metric combining completion percentage, yards per attempt, touchdown rate, and interception rate; a 47.6 rating indicates a game well below league average. Protecting a mobile quarterback requires a balance of blocking schemes, quick-release concepts, and situational play-calling to limit high-contact plays without eliminating the quarterback&#8217;s playmaking role.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/aside>\n<\/h2>\n<h2>Unconfirmed<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>No official plan to change the starting offensive line has been announced; any roster moves remain unconfirmed at this time.<\/li>\n<li>Long-term effects of the current hit rate on Jackson&#8217;s career trajectory are uncertain and require medical and performance monitoring beyond single-season statistics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Bottom Line<\/h2>\n<p>Lamar Jackson&#8217;s reaction to being sacked 23 times in seven starts crystallizes a pressing issue for the Ravens: how to maintain an offense built around his skills while reducing damaging contact. The team faces immediate choices about practice routines, protection schemes, and potential personnel adjustments to curb sacks without neutering playmaking.<\/p>\n<p>Given Baltimore&#8217;s 5-5 record and four-game winning streak, the front office and coaching staff are likely to pursue measured changes that protect Jackson enough to keep the offense effective. Close monitoring of Jackson&#8217;s health, tweaks to play design, and clearer alignment between coaching strategy and medical guidance will determine whether the Ravens can sustain their midseason surge and mitigate longer-term risks.<\/p>\n<h2>Sources<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/story\/_\/id\/47040550\/ravens-oft-sacked-lamar-jackson-going-holler-my-guys\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ESPN<\/a> \u2014 beat reporting and game coverage<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.baltimoreravens.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Baltimore Ravens<\/a> \u2014 official team site and roster\/injury information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lead On Thursday in Owings Mills, Md., Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson returned to practice and reacted to a startling statistic: he has already been sacked 23 times in seven starts this season, matching his total from all of 2024. 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