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As the Ravens finished up their final full practice before their season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night, they welcomed a visitor who left some of their players in awe.
Legendary boxing champion Muhammad Ali took in today's practice at the Under Armour Performance Center. Wearing a purple Ravens' T-shirt, the 70-year-old watched practice from a golf cart.
He then posed for pictures with coach John Harbaugh, who traced Ali's right hand on a notepad. Several players took to their Twitter accounts to express admiration for Ali.
Here's a sampling:
Linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo: "Muhammad Ali thank you for making athletes public figures capable of shaping the world!
More Ayanbadejo: “I met Muhammad Ali today. A man that took a stand for what he believed in. How coincidental I meet him this week! #hero #inspiration”
Running back Bobby Rainey: “Life changing moment 5 min ago! I got the chance to meet the Greatest, MUHAMMAD ALI!!!!! The originator of #WhatsMyName WOW!!!!! #Blessed “
More Rainey: "Starstruck!!!!!! Shook the hand that knocked out ppl & also helped ppl!!!! What a honor!!!"
Wide receiver Torrey Smith: “I can't believe I had the honor of meeting this man...thank you @Ravens for this memory”
Cornerback Lardarius Webb: “I can't believe I met Muhammad Ali. #inshock”
Injured linebacker Terrell Suggs: "Chillen with the Greatest Of ALL Time! Muhammad Ali Monday Nite is Going to be special!!!"
Offensive Tackle Bryant McKinnie: “Wow! We just had the honor 2 meet Muhammad Ali 2day after practice. #Legend #Greatness “
And finally fullback Vonta Leach: “I met the G.O.A.T. today what a great honor just to shake his hand. #inspired #history#respect”
