Jonah Jackson Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Steelers vs Bears game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Aug 3, 2025
Back in action
Jackson (leg) returned to practice with the Bears on Saturday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was sidelined with a leg injury for a couple of days during the week, but he was able to return to action Saturday. The 28-year-old was traded to Chicago from the Rams in March, and he's expected to operate as the team's starting right guard in 2025. Jackson will now be a full go ahead of the team's preseason opener against the Dolphins on Aug. 10, though it's unclear if he'll be asked to play in the game.
Jul 31, 2025
Day-to-day
Jackson is reportedly dealing with a leg injury and is considered day-to-day, Adam Hoge of AllCHGO.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson's first training camp in Chicago is off to a shaky start as he is already sidelined with a leg injury. The 28-year-old was traded to the Bears in March to stabilize an offensive line that let Caleb Williams get sacked 68 times last season. In his five-year career, Jackson has started every game that he's appeared in, but injuries have been an issue as he's only played in 29 games over the last three seasons.
Mar 13, 2025
Gets extension through 2027
Jackson's contract was extended one year through 2027 by the Bears on Thursday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Chicago traded for Jackson at the start of the new league year and took on the remainder of the three-year, $51-million contract that he signed with the Rams in 2024. Jackson played in just four games for Los Angeles last season after fracturing his scapula in Week 2, though he was also benched after struggling in his Week 10 return to action. The former Lion made a Pro Bowl in 2021 with his original team and is now projected to earn a starting guard spot with the coach, Ben Johnson, who was his offensive coordinator for two years in Detroit, per Garafolo.
Mar 4, 2025
Getting dealt to Windy City
The Rams are trading Jackson to Chicago in exchange for a 2025 sixth-round draft pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
The trade cannot technically go through until the new league year begins on March 12, but the details have presumably already been worked out. Jackson's 2024 campaign was condensed significantly by a fractured scapula he sustained in Week 2 at Arizona, and he was only able to suit up for four games over the course of the regular season. He projects to start at one of the Bears' guard spots in 2025.
Nov 11, 2024
Officially off IR
Jackson (shoulder) was activated from injured reserve Monday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has been sidelined for the Rams' last six games after fracturing his scapula in the team's Week 2 loss to the Cardinals, but Monday's activation suggests he'll return for Week 10's matchup against the Dolphins. Expect the first-year Ram to serve as the team's top left guard in Monday night's contest.
Nov 7, 2024
Cleared for practice
The Rams designated Jackson (shoulder) for return to practice from their injured reserve list Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has missed the Rams' last six games due to a broken scapula he suffered in Week 2 at Arizona, but it now looks like he's nearing a return to action. The Rams have 21 days to officially activate him before they'd be required to leave him on injured reserve for the remainder of the year.
Sep 18, 2024
Shifts to IR
The Rams placed Jackson (shoulder) on injured reserve Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson fractured his scapula during the Rams' Week 2 loss to the Cardinals, and he's now officially been moved to IR. The Ohio State product will be eligible to return for Los Angeles' Week 8 matchup with the Vikings.
Sep 16, 2024
Fractures scapula
Jackson is expected to be placed on injured reserve after fracturing his scapula on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Sean McVay told reporters earlier Monday that Jackson would miss "a significant amount of time" with a shoulder injury, so this news comes as no surprise. If Jackson is placed on IR as expected, either Logan Bruss or Justin Dedich will likely take over at left guard on an already depleted Rams offensive line.
Sep 16, 2024
Will miss significant time
Head coach Sean McVay told reporters Monday that Jackson is expected to miss "a significant amount of time" with a shoulder injury, Greg Beacham of the Associated Press reports.
ANALYSIS
The fifth-year offensive lineman is dealing with a shoulder injury once again, and following Sean McVay's comments Monday, Jackson could very well end up on the Rams' injured reserve list. Expect Logan Bruss or Justin Dedich to take over as the Rams' top left guard while Jackson recovers.
Sep 4, 2024
Full participant in practice
Jackson (shoulder) was a full participant in the Rams' practice Wednesday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has seemingly overcome a shoulder injury suffered in July as he managed to practice in full Wednesday. He should now be good to go for Sunday's opener versus the Lions.
Aug 26, 2024
Returns to practice Monday
Jackson (shoulder) practiced Monday and is likely to be ready for the start of the regular season, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson suffered a bruised scapula during practice in late July and didn't play in any of Los Angeles' preseason games, though he was able to participate in some individual drills during practice last week. The left guard's return to full practice Monday bodes well for his likelihood of being ready to suit up for Week 1 of the regular season. Head coach Sean McVay included Jackson when naming players on the team who have been recovering from injuries but are expected to be able to play in the season opener.
Aug 19, 2024
Does individual drills Monday
Jackson (shoulder) participated in stretching and individual drills at practice Monday but didn't take part in team drills, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson suffered a bruised scapula during training camp on the final day of July and has been held out of full practices since. It's not yet clear whether he'll be ready to return by Week 1 of the regular season. If he makes it back by then, Jackson is slated to start at left guard for Los Angeles.
Jul 31, 2024
Missing substantial time
Jackson is expected to miss about six weeks with a bruised scapula sustained during Wednesday's practice, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson came over from Detroit to Los Angeles on a deal that made him one of the highest paid guards in football during free agency, and he's now in jeopardy of missing the beginning of the Rams' 2024 campaign. Expect both Mike McAllister and KT Leveston to see increased work at left guard in Jackson's extended absence.
Jul 31, 2024
Leaves Wednesday's practice
Jackson left Wednesday's camp session with an apparent arm injury, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson missed time earlier in the offseason due to a knee issue, and he now appears to have injured his left arm during Wednesday's practice. Once the first-year Ram is returns to the field, he's expected to serve as the team's top left guard.
Jul 23, 2024
Healthy for training camp
Jackson (knee) is not on the Rams' PUP list for the start of training camp, Stu Jackson of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was forced to miss the Lions' NFC Championship Game against the 49ers after sustaining a minor meniscus tear in the divisional round. The 2020 third-round pick out of Ohio State was limited to individual drills in OTAs, but the guard appears to be at full health for the start of training camp. After spending the first four years of his career with the Lions, Jackson signed a three-year, $51 million contract with the Rams in March.
May 21, 2024
Limited in OTAs
Head coach Sean McVay said Tuesday that Jackson (knee) participated in individual drills during OTAs, Adam Grosbard of The Orange Country Register reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson sustained a minor meniscus tear in the Lions' divisional-round playoff win over the Buccaneers that forced him out of the NFC Championship Game against the 49ers. He signed with the Rams on a three-year, $51 million deal in March, and McVay noted that Jackson is expected to participate in 11-on-11 drills at some point during the offseason program.
Mar 11, 2024
Headed West
Jackson (knee) is set to sign a three-year, $51 million contract with the Rams on Wednesday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has been a starter at guard for the Lions since they selected him in the third round of the 2020 Draft, but he'll now call Los Angeles home and look to bolster the interior of their offensive line.
Jan 26, 2024
Officially out for Sunday
Jackson (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the 49ers, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
No surprise here, as Jackson underwent surgery after sustaining a minor meniscus tear in Detroit's divisional-round win over the Buccaneers. Expect Kayode Awosika to get the nod at left guard in Jackson's stead.
Jan 22, 2024
Unlikely to play Sunday
Jackson underwent surgery for a minor meniscus tear and is expected to miss the NFC Championship game at San Francisco, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was forced out of Detroit's divisional-round victory early due to a knee injury, and now it looks like he'll be unavailable for the NFC Championship. In his absence, Kayode Awosika figures to begin preparing to start at guard against the 49ers.
Jan 21, 2024
Could miss NFC Championship game
Head coach Dan Campbell told reporters after Sunday's 31-23 win over the Lions that the knee injury Jackson suffered in the game "doesn't look really good for next week," Jeff Risdon of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson sustained the knee injury in the first half of Sunday's game and did not return. His practice participation leading up to the NFC Championship game against the 49ers will be something to monitor, and if he is unable to suit up, Kayode Awosika is the likely candidate to start at left guard.
Jan 21, 2024
Out for game
Jackson (knee) has been downgraded to out for the rest of Sunday's divisional-round playoff game against the Buccaneers, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The starting left guard exited the game in the first half. Kayode Awosika is his backup. Detroit is now down a guard who has started all 58 games he's played in since getting drafted in the third round in 2020.
Jan 21, 2024
Exits playoff game
Jackson is questionable to return to Sunday's divisional-round game against the Buccaneers with a knee injury, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Kayode Awosika is the next man up at both guard spots on the Lions' depth chart. Jackson has started all 13 games he's played in this season and all 58 games he's played in during his four-year career.
Nov 30, 2023
Sheds injury designation
Jackson (wrist) logged a full practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson should be good to go Sunday against the Saints after missing the team's previous two games due to the injury. His return should be a fairly significant boost to the team's offensive line, although starting center Frank Ragnow (back) is currently questionable for the matchup.
Nov 22, 2023
Out again for Week 12
Jackson (wrist) has been ruled out of Thursday's game against Green Bay.
ANALYSIS
Jackson dealt with an ankle injury for much of October and early November but was able to return to face the Chargers in Week 10. However, he subsequently suffered a wrist injury and will now miss a second consecutive contest due to the issue. Colby Sorsdal appears set to start again in Jackson's stead.
Nov 17, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Jackson (wrist) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was held out of practice all week with a wrist issue, so it's no surprise that the fourth-year offensive lineman will miss this Sunday's contest. Kayode Awosika and Colby Sorsdal both have a chance to fill in at left guard this weekend.
Nov 8, 2023
Given full participant designation
Jackson (ankle) was listed as a full participant in Detroit's practice estimation Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson is one step closer to making his return after missing the team's past three games with an ankle injury. The Lions could now have a full healthy offensive line for Sunday's matchup with the Chargers as Frank Ragnow (toe) is also slated to make his return.
Oct 28, 2023
Set to miss third straight game
Jackson (ankle) has been ruled out of Monday's contest against the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
It comes as no surprise as Jackson was unable to practice all week. Kayode Awosika is set to continue to serve as the starting left guard in Jackson's absence.
Oct 20, 2023
Ruled out Sunday
Jackson (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against Baltimore, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson will miss his second consecutive game after being held out of practice all week with an ankle issue. The 26-year-old most likely suffered this injury during the Lions' Week 5 win over the Panthers, and Colby Sorsdal is expected to continue starting at left guard until Jackson is ready to return.
Oct 13, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Jackson (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson likely suffered an ankle injury during Detroit's Week 5 win over Carolina, as he didn't participate in practice all week and has since been ruled out this coming Sunday. The rookie Colby Sorsdal is expected to make the start at left guard for the Lions this weekend.
Dec 2, 2022
Back in action
Jackson has no injury designation for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson missed the Lions' Week 12 matchup against Buffalo with a concussion. However, he practiced in full Friday and has cleared concussion protocol, putting him in line to return to his typical role as Detroit's starting left guard.
Nov 24, 2022
Out Week 12
Jackson (concussion) will not play in the Lions' Week 12 matchup with the Bills.
ANALYSIS
Jackson remains in concussion protocol and will not be able to play Sundy as a result. In his absence, Kayode Awosika could be in line for a bigger workload at guard.
Oct 9, 2022
Returns to action
Jackson (finger) will play Sunday against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Jackson hasn't played since Week 1 with the injury. His return should be a boost to the Lions offensive line, as he takes back over the role of starting at left guard.
Sep 18, 2022
Inactive against Washington
Jackson (finger) is listed as inactive for Sunday's contest against Washington.
ANALYSIS
It is unclear when Jackson sustained his finger injury as he was able to play 66 of the team's snaps during the season opener against Philadelphia. His absence will likely leave Logan Stenberg at starting guard.
Dec 26, 2021
Will play Sunday
Jackson (back) will play Sunday against the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Jackson missed the Lions' Week 15 win over the Cardinals, but is cleared to go Sunday. He should return to his role of starting left guard Sunday against the Falcons.
Dec 19, 2021
Sidelined with back injury
Jackson (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against Arizona.
ANALYSIS
Jackson did not practice all week, so it's not particularly surprising that he's inactive for Sunday's game. His absence will likely leave Tommy Kraemer as Detroit's starting left guard.
Dec 12, 2021
Ready to go Sunday
Jackson (illness) will play Sunday against the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was one of many Lions players who were ill this week. After getting in a limited practice Friday, Jackson is ready to take the field Sunday. He should draw the start at left guard.
Jan 3, 2021
Checked for concussion
Jackson (head) has exited Sunday's game against the Vikings and is being evaluated for a concussion.
ANALYSIS
After suffering a head injury during the second half of Sunday's game against the Vikings, it is unclear if Jackson will return. Oday Aboushi will likely take over the 23-year-old's guard duties if his injury is confirmed as a concussion.
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