Starting safety Tony Jefferson has not been on the field since injuring his left ankle against the Raiders on Nov. 25, but coach John Harbaugh said he has his “fingers crossed" he will return soon.
The Ravens still have needs and a little money to spend, but it looks like they don't want to jeopardize the third- or fourth-round draft pick they'd get for the loss of Ryan Jensen.
After signing two receivers, it appears that the Ravens' priority is to give Joe Flacco a field-stretching tight end, but options on the free-agent market are slim.
Fan discontent over the lack of changes on John Harbaugh's coaching staff is understandable. But that doesn't mean Don "Wink" Martindale shouldn't get a clean slate.
If the Ravens beat the Bengals on Sunday, they'll play the Kansas City Chiefs in the playoffs. But there are scenarios in which they could make it and face the Jaguars, too.
Kiko Alonso's forearm/shoulder to Joe Flacco's head is expected to draw a hefty fine, but it will not lead to the Miami linebacker missing any playing time.
The Ravens' 2017 offseason was expected to be about finding a top receiver, pass rusher or cornerback. As of last week, the top concern became the offensive line.
The Ravens offensive line, despite the return of left guard Kelechi Osemele this week, remains in flux as starting right tackle Rick Wagner was not practicing during the opening portion of Friday's practice.
The Ravens will start a pair of reserves on the interior of the offensive line Sunday, as starting left guard Kelechi Osemele is out with a knee injury.
The Ravens will already have reserve guard John Urschel starting at center against the St. Louis Rams. They may also need a fill-in for starting guard Kelechi Osemele who is questionable to play.