Ravens Turn to Fagnano as Starter for Thursday Night Trip to Jacksonville

The Baltimore Ravens are turning to Joe Fagnano at quarterback for Thursday night's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Head coach Jesse Minter confirmed Fagnano will start while the organisation continues to deal with injuries to Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley, leaving Baltimore down to its third-string option. The Ravens responded by signing Kedon Slovis to their active roster from the Green Bay Packers' practice squad, reinforcing a quarterback room that has undergone considerable change during a disappointing stretch. Fagnano faces a formidable test on his start: Jacksonville's defence has not allowed an opposing runner to gain 75 or more yards in a game in its last 24 outings, and if that run extends to 25 games, the Jaguars would become only the third team in the Super Bowl era to achieve the feat. That puts extra emphasis on running back Derrick Henry, who leads the NFL with 158 rushing attempts this season and may be asked to carry an even heavier load than his average of more than 20 carries per game. With the November 10 trade deadline approaching, Baltimore's handling of this short week could shape the rest of its season.