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Already without starter Dennis Pitta for the entire season, the Ravens could be without his top replacement, Ed Dickson, for a while because of a hamstring tear.

Baltimore Ravens training camp highlights from August 2, 2013

As his newest tight end, Visanthe Shiancoe, ran extra routes on an adjacent field, Ravens coach John Harbaugh stepped behind a microphone and confirmed that the team's worst fears were true on tight end Dennis Pitta.

A day after potentially losing Dennis Pitta for the season, the Ravens agreed to a one-year deal with veteran Visanthe Shiancoe

Ravens tight end Dennis Pitta was carted off the field by trainers today during the third full-team practice of training camp.

Starting tight end Dennis Pitta is expected to miss the season opener against Denver because of a dislocated hip injury he suffered in practice Saturday, but few know how long he will be sidelined.

Former Morgan State standout and 10-year NFL veteran tight end Visanthe Shiancoe watched Friday¿s practice with Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome.

There were numerous times over the past three days when Matt Elam had a running back or wide receiver in his sight and a great angle to deliver a punishing hit but all the Ravens¿ rookie safety could do was simulate a tackle and run right past the ball carrier.

The Baltimore Ravens made it official today, cutting Pro Bowl fullback Vonta Leach after they were unable to work out a trade following attempts to restructure his contract.

For the Baltimore Ravens, the trade of Anquan Boldin to the San Francisco 49ers leaves a significant and belligerent void. The Ravens hope one or more of several young receivers can fill the void. That includes a pair of athletic, pass-catching, matchup-busting tight ends in Dennis Pitta and Ed Dickson, who could be tough to stop when they're on the field together.

The Ravens decision to re-sign Bryant McKinnie reverses an offseason trend that has seen the roster get younger at several key positions.

The Ravens have been fixtures on national television shows since winning Super Bowl XLVII a month ago. But when soft-handed tight ends are critiquing fashion on TV, you know it is starting to get out of hand.

The first time John Harbaugh and Jim Harbaugh coached against each other in the NFL, the game came down to a catch by a young tight end. The first touchdown of Dennis Pitta's career happened in the fourth quarter of that 2011 Thanksgiving game.

Baltimore Ravens tight end Billy Bajema had 'embarrassing mishap' upon arrival in New Orleans, but didn't get hurt.

Baltimore Ravens have full house at Friday¿s practice

Baltimore Ravens fullback Vonta Leach only player missing from Thursdays practice

Baltimore Ravens prove coach John Harbaugh's decision fruitful

The Ravens have substituted for starting quarterback Joe Flacco, inserting backup Tyrod Taylor into the game late in the first quarter today against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium.

Ravens starting fullback Vonta Leach and offensive tackle Kelechi Osemele may have left Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals with injuries, but they are expected be back on the field for the playoffs.

Leftwich, Roethlisberger, Adams among Steelers' inactives

Dealing with a sprained right knee and right shoulder injury, Pro Bowl defensive tackle Haloti Ngata didn't play a single snap during the Ravens' 55-20 win Sunday over the Oakland Raiders.

As the primary backup to Pro Bowl running back Ray Rice, Bernard Pierce is known more for his power at 6-foot, 218 pounds. But yesterday, he also showed a burst of speed to get around the perimeter for the touchdown.

Ravens Pro Bowl defensive tackle Haloti Ngata is active for today's game against the Cleveland Browns despite a right shoulder injury and a sprained right medial collateral ligament.

The Ravens offensive line allowed four sacks along with eight quarterback hits during a 43-13 loss Sunday at Reliant Stadium.

Anticipating a quarterback sneak, Reed pounced on the fumbled exchange between center Ryan Lilja and Cassel and advanced the recovery out of the end zone to the Ravens' 12-yard line.

After an encouraging game against the New England Patriots where Flacco wasn't sacked and rarely hit, he sustained several big hits as the offensive line regularly broke down Thursday night against the Cleveland Browns.

Browns ruled out Massaquoi

Instead of essentially abandoning the running game like they did a week ago during the second half of a 24-23 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Ravens found a way to make Ray Rice a vital part of the offense on Sunday night.

Meanwhile, wide receiver Torrey Smith is active for tonight's game following the death of his younger brother in a motorcycle accident.

After jockeying with Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha to establish position in the corner of the end zone, Ravens wide receiver Jacoby Jones was convinced he had completed a legal, acrobatic touchdown catch.

Ravens starting outside linebacker Paul Kruger has been scratched for today's game after his back didn't respond fast enough to treatment.

Baltimore Ravens inactives include LaQuan Williams and Jah Reid