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Lamar Jackson injury throws huge wrench into looming contract talks with Ravens

Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson is facing a potential season-ending absence after sustaining a right thumb injury during his first game back from a high ankle sprain. The quarterback now requires surgery, complicating future financial planning for the franchise as his current five-year, $260 million agreement runs through the 2027 campaign without guaranteed salary remaining beyond the present year.

Despite mounting physical setbacks, including ankle and back issues over recent seasons, Jackson's recent performance under offensive coordinator Declan Doyle featured career-high paces in completion percentage and yards per attempt. Those achievements position his representation to pursue another top-tier market deal, though accumulating health concerns may introduce hesitation into upcoming discussions for the organization.

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