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Ravens undrafted rookie QB’s first start was the stuff of nightmares
Joe Fagnano’s first NFL start ended in a 33-10 Ravens defeat after injuries to Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley left Baltimore without another healthy quarterback. The undrafted rookie struggled, and the loss deepened concerns about the team’s ability to compete while its quarterbacks are sidelined.
The 25-year-old former University of Maine quarterback completed 10 of 18 passes for 60 yards and threw two interceptions. Baltimore’s second-half drives included two more interceptions, a fumble and a turnover on downs; coach Jesse Minter said the performance was unacceptable and made no excuses for the injuries. The Ravens are due to face the winless Chargers in Week 10 and have traded for Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett.
In short
- Joe Fagnano threw for 60 yards and two interceptions in his first start.
- Baltimore lost 33-10 after injuries depleted its quarterback options.
- The Ravens have traded for Jacoby Brissett ahead of Week 10.
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The case for
Fagnano’s performance gives supporters of the coach’s criticism a strong case: completing 10 of 18 passes for only 60 yards, with two interceptions, was not enough to keep Baltimore competitive, and the team’s further second-half turnovers compounded the problem. Injuries explain why he was thrust into the role, but they do not remove the need to protect possession and execute; holding players accountable can be important to maintaining standards.
The case against
Fagnano was an undrafted rookie making his first NFL start because Baltimore’s two more experienced quarterbacks were injured, a difficult situation that limits how fairly his performance can be judged. The depleted circumstances also exposed broader roster and contingency-planning problems, so placing the emphasis on one inexperienced player risks overlooking the team’s responsibility to provide a workable backup plan and support.
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