Ravens, Texans Face Multiple Key Absences in Week 5 Game

The Baltimore Ravens will be without several key players in their Week 5 game against the Houston Texans, including star quarterback Lamar Jackson, safety Kyle Hamilton, left tackle Ronnie Stanley, linebacker Roquan Smith, cornerback Marlon Humphrey, cornerback Chidobe Awuzie, and fullback Pat Ricard. Backup quarterback Cooper Rush will start in place of Jackson, who is sidelined due to a hamstring injury. The Texans have a relatively healthier roster but will be without linebacker Christian Harris, who is inactive for the first time this season after a reduced role due to injuries. Other Texans inactive players include wide receiver Braxton Berrios, cornerback Zion Childress, and offensive linemen Jarrett Kingston and Trent Brown. Running back Dameon Pierce and defensive end Darrell Taylor will be active for the Texans. This extensive list of inactives on the Ravens' side highlights the challenges they face going into the game against a Texans team with a more stable lineup.