Patrick Mekari Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Jaguars vs Cardinals game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Aug 3, 2025
Back at practice
Mekari (lower back) was an active participant at the Jaguars' practice Sunday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari was dealing with back spasms throughout the week, forcing him to miss a series of practices as a result. The offensive lineman was back in action Sunday, and he will likely be available to play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Steelers, if needed.
Jul 29, 2025
Dealing with back spasms
Mekari (lower back) is not expected to miss an extended period of time,Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari left practice early last week and is yet to return to the field, but head coach Liam Cohen said he isn't dealing with anything serious. The 27-year-old signed a three-year deal with Jacksonville in March after spending the first six years of his career in Baltimore and starting all 17 games last season. He is set to play a big role in the interior of the offensive line, and the team says they feel no need to rush his return.
Mar 10, 2025
Joining forces with Jacksonville
Mekari is in line to sign with the Jaguars on a three-year, $37.5 million contract, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari moves on from Baltimore to begin protecting Trevor Lawrence in Jacksonville, where his arrival helps fill a hole along the interior O-line. The 27-year-old guard has only missed one regular-season game over the past three years.
Oct 6, 2024
Will draw another start
Mekari will start Sunday's game against the Bengals, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
With Andrew Vorhees (ankle) sidelined again, Mekari will draw a second straight start at left guard.
Oct 12, 2023
Full go Thursday
Mekari (chest) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Mekari left the game during Ravens' Week 5 loss to the Steelers with a chest injury, but it seems as if he's had enough time to move past the issue. The 26-year-old was filling in for Morgan Moses when he suffered his injury, and he'll likely go back to being a rotational lineman for Baltimore going forward.
Oct 8, 2023
Leaves with injury
Mekari (chest) has exited Sunday's game against the Steelers, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari drew the start at right tackle with Morgan Moses (shoulder) inactive. Now the Ravens have turned to Daniel Faalele who has taken over at the position.
Dec 11, 2022
Cleared for action Sunday
Mekari (toe) is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Mekari originally carried a questionable tag into this weekend's matchup versus Pittsburgh with an apparent toe injury, but he's since been medically cleared for game action. With Kevin Zeitler (knee) ruled out against the Steelers, it's possible that Mekari's number could be called upon at some point this afternoon.
Dec 9, 2022
Questionable to face Steelers
Mekari (toe) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Mekari suffered a foot injury in Baltimore's Week 13 loss to the Broncos. He managed to return to the game and practiced in full Friday. That's a good sign for his availability Sunday, but he'll officially be listed as questionable.
Dec 4, 2022
Steps back in Sunday
Mekari (foot) returned during the first half of Sunday's contest versus Denver, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The fourth-year offensive lineman quickly returned after exiting with a foot injury in the first quarter. With Ronnie Stanley (ankle) inactive, Mekari should reprise his spot at left tackle for the remainder of the game.
Dec 4, 2022
Exits with injury
Mekari (foot) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
The 28-year-old started at left tackle for the second game in a row with Ronnie Stanley (ankle) once again ruled inactive Sunday. With Mekari now sidelined, either Ben Cleveland or Daniel Faalele will likely step in.
Oct 6, 2022
Upgrades to full participant
Mekari was listed as a full participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Mekari suffered a sprained ankle in Week 3 against the Patriots, and he ultimately missed Sunday's game against Buffalo because of it. However, the 308-pounder's ability to practice in full Thursday suggests he's moved past the issue, and Mekari could find himself starting at left tackle Sunday night against the Bengals if Ronnie Stanley (ankle) misses a fifth consecutive week.
Oct 2, 2022
Unable to play
Mekari (ankle) is inactive Sunday against the Bills.
ANALYSIS
Mekari suffered a sprained ankle in Week 3 against the Patriots. His absence will be a blow to the offensive line, with Ronnie Stanley (ankle) also remaining out. David Sharpe appears to be inline to start at left tackle.
Sep 26, 2022
Picks up sprained ankle
Mekari sustained a sprained ankle during Sunday's 37-26 win over the Patriots, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari was unable to return after exiting Sunday's game with this injury, though he did not sustain any significant damage to his ankle, according to Fowler. The 25-year-old started 12 of 13 games played for Baltimore last year, and he's once again stepped in at left tackle with starter Ronnie Stanley (ankle) sidelined so far this season. Mekari's status will be worth monitoring heading into Sunday's game against Buffalo.
Sep 25, 2022
Staying out Sunday
Mekari (groin) is ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest versus the Dolphins, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari will not be able to return after going down with an ankle injury during the first half against Miami. His absence will the Ravens' offensive line even more shorthanded with left tackles Ronnie Stanley (ankle) inactive and Ja'Wuan James (Achilles) set to miss the entirety of the regular season.
Sep 25, 2022
Exits versus Patriots
Mekari (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Mekari was tended to on the field by members of the Ravens' medical staff before limping to the medical tent on the team's sideline, Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus reports. In his stead, rookie Daniel Faalele will take over at left tackle for Baltimore with Juwan James (Achilles) out on IR.
Dec 30, 2021
Reaches three-year deal
Mekari agreed to a three-year, $15.35 million contract with the Ravens on Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari was set to be a restricted free agent in 2022, but Baltimore decided to lock in his future with the franchise with the extension. The 24-year-old, who went undrafted out of California in 2019, has entrenched himself as the starting right tackle for the Ravens this season.
Dec 26, 2021
Will play against Cincinnati
Mekari (hand) Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun Sunday against the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Mekari had missed Baltimore's last two games but his return to action here shouldn't be surprising, as he was a full participant in Thursday's practice and was trending in the right direction all week long. He should recover his starting role at right tackle, with Alejandro Villanueva and Jaryd Jones-Smith as backups.
Dec 23, 2021
No limitations Thursday
Mekari (hand) was a full participant at Thursday's practice,
ANALYSIS
Mekari missed the past two games due to the hand injury sustained Week 13, but he's now clear of the issue and should be back at right tackle for Baltimore in Cincinnati on Sunday.
Dec 19, 2021
Another absence
Mekari (hand) is inactive Sunday against the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Mekari was injured in Baltimore's Week 13 loss to Pittsburgh but is in line for his second consecutive absence. There was some optimism about his status after coming off the team's bye, as he managed three limited practices leading up to Sunday's matchup against Green Bay. However, with Mekari sidelined, Tyre Phillips is likely to take over at right tackle.
Dec 17, 2021
Questionable against Green Bay
Mekari (hand) is questionable for Sunday's game against Green Bay.
ANALYSIS
Mekari suffered the hand injury in Week 13 against Pittsburgh and was expected to be in for a multi-week absence. However, after logging a trio limited practices, he could be in line for a return after one contest. If he is active, Mekari should serve as the Ravens' starting right tackle.
Dec 10, 2021
Out Sunday
Mekari (hand) is out Sunday against the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Mekari's absence is expected, as it was reported that he was likely to miss a few weeks after he picked up the injury Sunday against the Steelers. In his absence, Tyre Phillips will likely draw the start at right tackle.
Dec 5, 2021
Likely to miss time
Mekari (hand) will likely miss a few weeks according to head coach John Harbaugh, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari never returned in the second half after being reported as doubtful to return with the injury. The extent of the damage is unknown, but any extended absence would be a blow to the Ravens' offensive line. Mekari will try to return in Week 14 against Cleveland, but it sounds more like Tyre Phillips will be looking at taking on the right tackle duties for the near future.
Dec 5, 2021
Unlikely to return
Mekari (hand) is doubtful to return Sunday against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Mekari picked up the injury in the second half. Tyre Phillips will likely fill in at right tackle to finish out the game and going forward if Mekari were to miss extended time.
Nov 21, 2021
Back in action
Mekari (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Bears, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari has missed the last two games due to an ankle injury but practiced in limited fashion throughout the week. He should be set to return to start at right tackle for the Ravens.
Nov 19, 2021
Questionable for Week 11
Mekari (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against Chicago.
ANALYSIS
Mekari logged three straight limited practices this week and might trend towards playing, though it wouldn't be surprising if he ends up being a game-time decision. If he can't go, then Tyre Phillips might replace him at the right tackle spot.
Nov 11, 2021
Inactive Thursday
Mekari (ankle) is listed as inactive for Thursday's matchup with the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
Mekari is still recovering from a high-ankle sprain sustained in the latter portion of October. His next opportunity to return will come in Week 11 versus the Bears.
Nov 7, 2021
Inactive for Week 9
Mekari (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's contest against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Mekari suffered the injury during the Ravens' Week 7 loss to the Bengals, and despite the Week 8 bye, he will be unable to play in Week 9. After he left the contest against Cincinnati, Tyre Phillips was inserted at right tackle, but it's unclear who will start Sunday, as the Ravens are dealing with numerous injuries to their offensive line.
Oct 25, 2021
Diagnosed with high-ankle sprain
Mekari was diagnosed with a high-ankle sprain after leaving Sunday's loss to the Bengals, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari will be able to recover during the Ravens' Week 8 bye, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him miss additional time. The team is evaluating its options on the offensive line, but Alejandro Villanueva and Andre Smith are candidates to start at right tackle.
Oct 24, 2021
Done for today
Mekari (ankle) will not return Sunday against the Bengals, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic, reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari left before the end of the first half. Second-year pro and 2020 third-round selection Tyre Phillips has stepped up and filled in for Mekari since his exit. The severity of the injury is still not known, but the Ravens are headed into a bye week before squaring off with the Vikings in Week 9.
Oct 24, 2021
Questionable to return
Mekari (ankle) has left Sunday's game against the Bengals and is questionable to return, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Mekari has played every snap since Week 2. The severity of the injury is not yet known. If Mekari is not able to return then it is likely Andre Smith will takeover right tackle duties.
Jan 10, 2021
Green light for wild-card round
Mekari (back) is active for Sunday's wild-card game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Mekari and Matt Skura have switched off as the Ravens' starting center this year, and it's unclear who will get the nod in the first round of the playoffs.
Jan 3, 2021
Unavailable Sunday
Mekari (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against Cincinnati.
ANALYSIS
Mekari sustained the back injury during last week's win over the Giants and will be sidelined for the final game of the regular season. Trystan Colon-Castillo should serve as the backup center to Matt Skura on Sunday.
Dec 27, 2020
Leaves with back injury
Mekari sustained a back injury during Sunday's game against the Giants, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
ANALYSIS
The specifics of the injury remain unclear, and Mekari is considered questionable to retake the field Sunday.
Dec 4, 2020
Activated off COVID list
Mekari (undisclosed) was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday.
ANALYSIS
Mekari was sideline for nine days before getting activated off the COVID-19 list. Look for him to take on his usual role providing depth on the offensive line in Tuesday's matchup with the Cowboys assuming he avoids any setbacks.
Nov 25, 2020
Lands on COVID-19 list
Mekari was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Meanwhile, backup center Matt Skura was also placed on the list. Both players either tested positive for the virus or were close contacts with an infected person. If it's the latter, the two could be available for Sunday's game against the Steelers depending on the timeline. Trystan Colon-Castillo appears to be the next man up at center.
Nov 3, 2019
Ready to take on Patriots
Mekari (back) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Mekari will add depth to the Ravens' offensive front, and he's not expected to play unless injuries surface.
Nov 1, 2019
Questionable for Sunday
Mekari (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's tilt against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Mekari was limited in Friday's practice and has a chance to suit up. He'll fill a depth role on the Ravens' offensive line.
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