"Bold move after NBA gambling crackdown": NFL fans react as inaccurate Lamar Jackson injury update gets linked to mafia-linked betting scandal

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Lamar Jackson injury update gets linked to mafia-linked betting scandal (Credit: IMAGN)

NFL fans were upset over the latest update on Lamar Jackson's status for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears. The two-time MVP was initially listed as a full participant in Friday's practice session.

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The team shared an update on Saturday, with Jackson being downgraded to limited in Friday's practice and ruled out for the duel against Caleb Williams and the Bears.

"There has been an update to Lamar Jackson’s Friday practice and game status. Jackson was downgraded from a full practice participant to limited, and he has been ruled out for tomorrow’s game vs. Chicago."
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Many fans criticized the way the Ravens moved and some mentioned the NBA gambling scandal, implying something cloudy could be happening behind the scenes.

"Bold move after the NBA gambling crackdown," one fan said.
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"BAL dropped from 6.5 point favorites to 1.5 before this news even surfaced. Absolutely wild," another fan said.
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"Not good look. Who asked you to change the designation from yesterday’s practice? Chauncey??" another fan questioned.
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The criticism didn't stop there and fans even brought up their bets on Jackson and the Ravens after Friday's update.

"YOU LIED!!!! PAY US OUR BETS BACK," one fan said.
"Changing a player’s practice squad status a day later? lol the league gonna hit you with a fine," another fan said.
"People place bets based on the injury reports… that you change a day later. Yall deserve the fine that’s coming," another fan wrote.
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Jackson has been out of action since the Week 4 duel against the Kansas City Chiefs. He suffered a hamstring injury that put the Baltimore Ravens in a complex position.

In four games this season, Jackson has gone 68 of 95 for 869 yards and 10 touchdowns against one interception. He's carried the ball 21 times for 166 yards and a touchdown.

Also read: "Worst possible thing for NFL": Mike Florio links inaccurate Lamar Jackson injury update to NBA gambling scandal while speculating worse outcome ahead

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When can Lamar Jackson return to the field?

The latest and unexpected update on Lamar Jackson's status cast doubt on the player's chances of returning to the field. NFL insider Ian Rapoport explained that Jackson ran the scout team on Friday, which could mean he will be back in Week 9, when the Ravens clash with the Miami Dolphins.

"Sources: #Ravens QB Lamar Jackson ran the scout team on Friday, an indication that the two-time MVP is a week away from returning despite having a full practice."
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Tyler “Snoop” Huntley is set to start for Jackson against the Bears.

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