The Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins clash in an anticipated Thursday Night Football showdown for Week 9, with both teams searching for momentum and relief from mounting injuries. Set for October 30, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium, this game brings back Ravens star Lamar Jackson and features key roster adjustments for each side.​

Game Preview

  • The Ravens (2-5) enter as 7.5-point favorites, welcoming back Lamar Jackson after a three-game absence due to a hamstring injury.​

  • Miami (2-6) hopes to build on their recent win over Atlanta, needing Tua Tagovailoa and the offense to remain hot despite defensive struggles.

  • Both teams sit third in their divisions, fighting to end disappointing stretches and improve playoff hopes.​

Injury & Practice Reports (as of October 29)

Baltimore Ravens

Full

  • QB Lamar Jackson (hamstring): full participation and poised to start.​

  • OT Ronnie Stanley (ankle)

  • CB Nate Wiggins (groin)

  • CB T.J. Tampa Jr. (shoulder)

  • ILB Teddye Buchanan (calf)

Miami Dolphins

DNP

  • S Ashtyn Davis (quadricep) Doubtful

  • TE Julian Hill (ankle) OUT

Limited

  • OLB Bradley Chubb (shoulder/foot) Questionable

Full

  • QB Tua Tagovailoa (left thumb/illness)

  • DB Elijah Campbell (quadricep)

  • S Minkah Fitzpatrick (thumb)

  • FB Alec Ingold (neck)

  • CB Jason Marshall Jr. (hamstring)

  • S Dante Trader Jr. (shoulder)

  • WR Malik Washington (knee)

  • WR Dee Eskridge (shoulder) Questionable

  • S Ifeatu Melifonwu (thumb) Questionable

Injury Impact Analysis

  • Lamar Jackson’s return drastically boosts Baltimore’s offensive threat, especially given Jackson’s unparalleled mobility and his ability to turn broken plays into big gains. A healthy Jackson also frees up RB Derrick Henry (a key player to watch), and the connection with receivers Zay Flowers and Mark Andrews could stress Miami’s injury-depleted secondary.​

  • Miami’s secondary faces depth challenges with Duck (knee, out) and Marshall Jr. (hamstring, IR). If their linebackers and safeties aren’t available or effective, expect Baltimore to target mismatches downfield.​

  • Ronnie Stanley’s ankle is a concern for Baltimore’s offensive line, potentially affecting Jackson’s protection and Derrick Henry’s running lanes. On defense, missing Broderick Washington Jr. and depth at DT weakens the Ravens’ front, giving Tagovailoa opportunities to exploit the run and mid-field passes.​

  • The Dolphins offense is hampered by injuries to key OL contributors, increasing pressure on Tagovailoa and RBs to avoid turnovers and capitalize on short fields.​

  • Both defenses rank bottom five in EPA/play allowed, suggesting a high-scoring affair with opportunities for explosive plays on both sides.​

Players to Watch

  • Ravens: Lamar Jackson (QB), Derrick Henry (RB), Zay Flowers (WR), Mark Andrews (TE), Kyle Hamilton (S).​

  • Dolphins: Tua Tagovailoa (QB), Jaylen Waddle (WR), Bradley Chubb (LB, injury status), Ifeatu Melifonwu (S, injury status).

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