Coach Jesse Minter's Baltimore Ravens are 4-2 on the season with a prevailing thought process that they can play much better, especially with star QB Lamar Jackson back at practice this week. Jackson has faced criticism for missing games but teammates including Marlon Humphrey have his back ahead of Week 7 at vs. Cincinnati.

ESPN's Adam Schefter gave a crucial update on Jackson's status ahead of the game, straight from the Ravens' official injury report as the QB got his official designation.

“Ravens officially listing QB Lamar Jackson as questionable for Sunday's game vs. the Bengals,” Schefter said.

The Ravens are tied with the Steelers and Browns for first place in the AFC North, and feeling pressure from Joe Burrow's Bengals, who are a half-game behind and sensing an opportunity. Ravens backup QB Tyler Huntley has earned Minter's respect and praise, but doesn't provide the running and passing threat that Jackson does, as the latter is an NFL MVP candidate when healthy.

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The Ravens got just 68 yards from star running back Derrick Henry in Week 6 against the New Orleans Saints, giving Minter and his offensive staff a place to focus on as they prepare to make a final decision on Jackson ahead of the Bengals game. Henry has the power and speed to run through and around the Bengals' defense, but it's a lot easier when his star QB is on the field.

Minter's team knows that the Bengals game is an important one, and Jackson's injury status is paramount. Jackson's injury is one to watch as game day draws near, with Huntley ready and waiting in the wings in case a return doesn't materialize.