As the NFL hits its midseason point on November 4, 2026, the Baltimore Ravens face a severe roster crisis following injuries to quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley, forcing the franchise to scour the market ahead of the November 10 trade deadline, ESPN reported.
Rookie Quarterback Starts as Trade Targets Draw Interest
- Baltimore Quarterback Shuffle: Undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano takes the start against Jacksonville.
- Running Back Sweepstakes: Jonathan Taylor remains a high-value trade target, with inquiring teams monitoring Indianapolis’s steep draft capital demands.
- Los Angeles Rebuild Watch: The winless Chargers stand pat despite an 0-7 record, leaving Justin Herbert’s struggling offense without immediate mid-year reinforcements.
Baltimore Weighs Options After Quarterback Injuries
The Ravens dropped to 4-4 after losing both Jackson to a thumb injury and Huntley to a toe issue.
Jones carries a tradable $5.5 million base salary and is roughly 11 months removed from an Achilles tear.
Long-term roster construction also looms large for Baltimore. Jackson's contract includes an $84 million cap hit for 2027 alongside a no-franchise tag clause, giving the two-time MVP strong control regarding his future.
Trade Deadline Posturing Across the League
The Indianapolis Colts continue to field heavy interest for running back Jonathan Taylor. While inquiring teams monitor the 27-year-old running back, Indianapolis maintains a high asking price equivalent to a first-round pick.
Additional Colts players drawing trade attention include wide receiver Josh Downs, tight end Mo Alie-Cox, defensive tackle Grover Stewart, and wide receiver Keenan Allen. Downs has attracted interest from the Pittsburgh Steelers and Kansas City Chiefs ahead of the November 10 deadline at 4 p.m. ET.
| Team | Player | Position | Status / Trade Buzz |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | Lamar Jackson | QB | Out with thumb injury; massive 2027 cap implications |
| Indianapolis Colts | Jonathan Taylor | RB | High asking price; multiple teams inquiring |
| Indianapolis Colts | Josh Downs | WR | Targeted by Steelers and Chiefs |
| Los Angeles Chargers | Justin Herbert | QB | Struggling through an 0-7 start; no teardown signaled |
Evaluating Herbert and the Winless Chargers
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