What happened: Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is slated to have surgery on his injured right thumb and will be placed on injured reserve, coach Jesse Minter announced. Jackson is listed Out. Jamison Hensley reported further details, relayed by Adam Schefter.

Why it matters: Jackson goes down as Baltimore sits 4-4 through eight games, riding a three-game losing streak and holding the No. 10 seed. The Ravens fell 36-10 at Buffalo on Sunday.

What to watch: Baltimore's quarterback plan is the next question. The Ravens have inquired about Bears backup Tyson Bagent.