OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson did not practice Wednesday, but a league source told ESPN's Adam Schefter that the two-time NFL MVP has a realistic chance to return Sunday against the Cleveland Browns.
Ravens coach Jesse Minter said after Wednesday's practice that Jackson is considered day to day because of a left ankle injury.
"To Lamar's credit, he's working his butt off," Minter said. "He's doing everything he can to be out here, and when he's able to be, then he will."
Jackson sprained his ankle in a 24-18 win over the Tennessee Titans on Oct. 4. He then sat out Sunday night's 30-23 overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons.
Sources told ESPN last week that Jackson had a slim chance to play against the Falcons. Minter also indicated last week that Jackson's injury was not considered long term.
Asked about the uncertainty of Jackson's status, Browns coach Todd Monken said Wednesday, "I think you prepare for the Ravens. I mean, that's what you're going to prepare for."
The Ravens have won three straight games without Jackson, dating to last year. With Jackson sidelined Sunday night, Tyler Huntley rallied the Ravens to the victory in Atlanta, throwing a tying touchdown pass to Devontez Walker with 40 seconds left in regulation before scoring the winning touchdown in overtime on a 1-yard sneak.
In four games this season, Jackson ranks second in the NFL with an 80.3 Total QBR, throwing six touchdowns and one interception. At the time of the injury, he also led all quarterbacks with 144 yards rushing.
The Ravens are looking to improve to 5-1, which would tie the best start in franchise history (2000, '12, '20 and '21).
ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi contributed to this report.
