Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley will likely be starting for the fourth-straight week as he prepares to face the Pittsburgh Steelers for the third time in his career and second time this season. Starting quarterback Lamar Jackson is still sidelined with a knee injury that he suffered in Week 13 against the Denver Broncos, and has yet to practice so far since suffering the ailment..
Huntley spoke to the media after practice on Friday and was asked about Jackson’s mentorship on the sidelines during games. He talked about how Jackson has been a supportive friend through the process, sharing what he sees on the field with the third-year quarterback.
“He’s just been that supportive friend and person that’s been through it.” @_SNOOP1 talks about the support from @Lj_era8 the last few weeks. pic.twitter.com/juqdjANEb3
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) December 30, 2022
“[Lamar Jackson] … When I come to the sideline, he’s telling me what he sees out there, and he’s just being that supportive friend. [He’s] a person that’s been through it and just talking me through it. So, I appreciate him, and I can’t wait until he gets back healthy.”
Having teammates that don’t hold any grudges and can be supportive to others when they aren’t playing can help keep the bond of the team together. Jackson is always available to help out his teammates, as is evidenced by his mentorship of Huntley.