Ravens Turn to Third-String Quarterback as Jaguars Priced at 79 Cents
With Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley sidelined, Baltimore relies on Joe Fagnano for Thursday's 8:15 p.m. ET match against Jacksonville, which trades as a heavy favorite.
By Jonathan Ramirez ·
The Jacksonville Jaguars are trading at 79 cents per share to defeat the Baltimore Ravens, while the hosts are priced at 22 cents on the prediction market Kalshi. This pricing reflects the depth of injuries in Baltimore's quarterback room just before the Thursday night game.
The Ravens entered the week with a 4-4 record and a depleted signal-calling corps. Two-time MVP Lamar Jackson is on injured reserve following thumb surgery. Backup Tyler Huntley is out for the remainder of the season with turf toe. These absences force third-string quarterback Joe Fagnano into the starting role for the first time in a high-stakes matchup.
Fagnano gained experience last week during a 36-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills. He completed 10 of 21 pass attempts for 91 yards and one interception while serving in relief. That defeat marked the third consecutive loss for Baltimore. Huntley started the previous three games while Jackson managed an ankle injury.
The Jaguars arrive in Baltimore with a 5-2 record. Their only losses this season were to the Denver Broncos and the Houston Texans. Jacksonville comes off a bye week and a 42-7 victory over the Indianapolis Colts. The team is fifth in the league in scoring, averaging 28 points per contest.
Defensive statistics for both clubs are nearly identical regarding yardage allowed, with both sitting near the league average. However, the Jaguars allow just 15.9 points per game, whereas Baltimore concedes 25.4. The Ravens have scored only 33 total points across their last three games.
Quarterback Trevor Lawrence has thrown for 1,690 yards with 17 touchdowns and four interceptions. Running back Bhayshul Tuten is listed as a game-time decision after suffering an ankle injury in the win over Indianapolis. He rushed for his first career 100-yard game in that contest and added 55 receiving yards.
SportsLine Projection Model simulations indicate the Jaguars will win by more than 10 points in 51% of scenarios. The model projects a combined total of over 45 points in 60% of simulations. On Kalshi, a Jaguars victory by more than 10.5 points trades at 47 cents, while a Baltimore win or a narrow loss trades at 54 cents.
The over of 39.5 points is also trading at 47 cents per share. The under is priced at 54 cents. Kickoff is set for 8:15 p.m. ET. The game will be played in Baltimore, where the home team must overcome a short week and a lack of quarterback experience at the helm.
