Ravens Star Kyle Hamilton Out With Ankle Injury, Fans Fear Torn Achilles After Bengals Defeat
November 8, 2024The Ravens officially declared him out midway through the third quarter due to the ankle issue.
Star safety Kyle Hamilton suffered a non-contact left ankle injury just before halftime while defending a pass from Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow.
Ar'Darius Washington stepped in to replace Hamilton, who has missed only three games in his three-year career.
Prior to his injury, Hamilton had an impressive season, recording 67 tackles, five quarterback hits, two sacks, and five pass breakups.
In a Week 10 matchup on November 7, 2024, the Baltimore Ravens faced off against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Hamilton was quickly ruled out for the remainder of the game after limping to the sideline and undergoing evaluation.
Fans expressed concern on social media about the severity of Hamilton's injury, fearing it might be a torn Achilles.
Analysts highlighted Hamilton's importance to the Ravens' defense, noting a significant decline in performance following his exit.
The absence of Hamilton was particularly felt as the Ravens' defense, already struggling, allowed Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow to pass for 428 yards.
The Ravens' backup safeties include Eddie Jackson, a former starter for the Chicago Bears, and Washington, who has four pass deflections and one interception this season.
Ja'Marr Chase notably caught 264 yards worth of passes during the game, further exposing the Ravens' defensive vulnerabilities.
Attention now turns to whether Hamilton will be able to play in the Ravens' next game against the first-place Pittsburgh Steelers on November 17, 2024.
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ESPN • Nov 8, 2024
Ravens' Kyle Hamilton ruled out vs. Bengals with ankle injury - ESPNBleacher Report • Nov 8, 2024
Ravens' Kyle Hamilton Gets X-Rays on Ankle Injury After Exiting Game vs. BengalsCBSSports.com • Nov 8, 2024
Ravens star Kyle Hamilton suffers non-contact ankle injury vs. Bengals, ruled out for rest of game