What happened: The Baltimore Ravens placed kicker Tyler Loop on injured reserve Tuesday due to a groin injury. The designation sidelines him for a minimum of four games. Loop had previously been estimated as a non-participant in Monday's walk-through practice.

Why it matters: Baltimore enters Week 10 at 4-4 through eight games following three straight losses, including a 36-10 defeat against the Buffalo Bills. Losing their starting specialist complicates matters for a team currently holding the 10th seed in the AFC playoff race.

What to watch: Baltimore must add or elevate an interim kicker to the active roster before its next regular-season contest while Loop begins his recovery.