The Baltimore Ravens are facing a critical quarterback shortage following season-ending injuries to starter Lamar Jackson and backup Tyler Huntley. In response, the team has signed Kedon Slovis from the Green Bay Packers' practice squad to their active roster.
Slovis, who has limited NFL experience and has thrown only two passes in his career, is expected to serve as an emergency option. The Ravens are likely to start rookie third-string quarterback Joe Fagnano, a 25-year-old from UConn, in their upcoming Thursday Night Football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Fagnano is also reportedly dealing with an injury. Austin Reed, another quarterback from the practice squad, may also be called up.
Jackson sustained a thumb injury in the Ravens' first offensive play against the Buffalo Bills, while Huntley injured his toe in the same game and is listed as questionable. The team's season is described as being "on the brink" due to these quarterback issues.
Fans have expressed frustration on social media over the team's quarterback situation and the perceived lack of viable options. Reactions ranged from declarations of "tank mode" to questioning the team's belief in their remaining quarterbacks.
Slovis's college career saw him play for USC, Pittsburgh, and BYU. He went undrafted in 2024 and has spent time on the practice squads of the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans. He played in two games for the Arizona Cardinals last season, attempting two passes for negative yardage in one game against the Jaguars.