In a surprising turn of events, Joe Fagnano, the undrafted rookie quarterback from UConn, steps in as the starter for the Baltimore Ravens (4-4) against the Jacksonville Jaguars (5-2) during Thursday Night Football in Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season. Just a week ago, Fagnano was an emergency third-string option, but injuries to Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley thrust him into the spotlight.

Fagnano faced a tough debut last week, completing 10-of-21 passes for 91 yards with one interception in a 36-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Now, he prepares for his first NFL start against a Jaguars team that recently dominated the Indianapolis Colts 42-7, where Trevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes, and Bhayshul Tuten shined with career highs in rushing and receiving yards.

The Jaguars hold a 13-11 all-time series lead against the Ravens but lost their last encounter 23-7 at home in 2023. Historically, Baltimore has excelled at home against Jacksonville, winning seven of their last eight matchups. The latest odds favor Jacksonville by 10 points.

In addition to the Ravens vs. Jaguars game, sports fans can also catch action from the NBA, including the Miami Heat facing the Golden State Warriors, and an NHL matchup between the Vancouver Canucks and Winnipeg Jets.

NFL Best Bets:

• Jaguars at Ravens
  • Time: 8:15 p.m. | Location: Baltimore | TV: Prime Video
  • Model picks: Over 39.5 (-110)
• NBA Best Bets:
• Heat at Warriors
  • Time: 10 p.m. | Location: San Francisco | TV: NBA TV
  • Model picks: Over 234.5 (-111)
• NHL Best Bets:
• Canucks at Jets
  • Time: 8 p.m. | Location: Winnipeg | TV: ESPN+
  • Model picks: Under 6.5 (-118)

As the Ravens navigate this unexpected challenge, all eyes will be on Fagnano and his ability to lead a team in need of a win.