Lamar Jackson is ruled OUT for Ravens' key matchup with Rams as Baltimore looks to save its season

Once believed to be Super Bowl contenders, the Baltimore Ravens are now 1-4 heading into Sunday's matchup with the visiting LA Rams, where they will once again be without quarterback Lamar Jackson. 

The Ravens officially ruled Jackson out Friday, which was no surprise after he did not practice this week due to his hamstring issue. Jackson was hurt in a loss at Kansas City two weekends ago. Cooper Rush started in Jackson's place in last week's loss to Houston.

Baltimore did have some good news on its lengthy injury report. Safety Kyle Hamilton (groin), cornerback Marlon Humphrey (calf) and tackle Ronnie Stanley (ankle) were full participants in Friday's practice and are expected to play Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.

Fullback Patrick Ricard (calf) will miss another game, as will linebacker Roquan Smith (hamstring). Receiver Tez Walker (oblique) is also out.

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