Baltimore held its breath on special teams after Ravens linebacker Teddye Buchanan went down in clear distress during punt coverage against the Bengals matchup on Sunday.
Reportedly, Teddye Buchanan immediately grabbed his right knee as he hit the turf. The scene turned quiet fast, with trainers rushing out as Buchanan remained down. Sideline reporters also noted that the Ravens’ head coach, John Harbaugh, was also on the ground.
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Buchanan appeared to be in significant discomfort, favoring his right leg as medical staff helped him off the field. Moments later, the Ravens were seen calling for a cart. It was heartbreaking for a rookie who has quietly become a meaningful part of Baltimore’s defensive and special teams rotation.
Buchanan’s potential absence would not be insignificant. The rookie out of California ranks fifth among Ravens defenders with 639 total snaps this season, underscoring the coaching staff’s trust in him across multiple packages. His value is even more pronounced on special teams, where he ranks third on the team with 233 snaps, often serving as a high-effort coverage presence.
As of now, the Ravens have not provided an official diagnosis or timeline, leaving Buchanan’s status uncertain. Any extended absence would force Baltimore to reshuffle both its linebacker depth and special teams roles.
More clarity is expected once the team completes further evaluation. But the early signs suggest this is an injury the Ravens will be monitoring closely in the days ahead.
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