Two days earlier than the Ravens’ pivotal AFC North showdown with the Cincinnati Bengals, a number of key gamers have been absent from apply.
Seven Ravens missed Tuesday’s apply, together with cornerback Marlon Humphrey (calf), left deal with Ronnie Stanley (knee) and left guard John Simpson (sickness/shoulder). Humphrey and Stanley have been each injured in Sunday’s loss to the Cleveland Browns and likewise missed apply Monday, whereas Simpson’s absence is his first for an ailment all season.
Coach John Harbaugh mentioned Monday that Humphrey and Stanley’s accidents wouldn’t maintain them out “long term,” including they’ve a “chance” to play Thursday. Simpson, a full participant on the Ravens’ estimated apply report Monday, has began all 10 video games at left guard this season.
If Simpson and Stanley are unable to play, the Ravens could be with out their starters on the left aspect of their offensive line in opposition to the Bengals. However, Morgan Moses, the Ravens’ beginning proper deal with, mentioned Tuesday he’s ready to play after lacking the previous two video games with a shoulder damage. To add to its offensive line depth, Baltimore on Tuesday signed deal with Josh Wells to the apply squad and launched tight finish Eric Tomlinson.
Outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy (groin) and linebacker Trenton Simpson, who suffered a concussion Sunday, have been additionally absent. Veteran broad receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and outdoors linebacker Jadeveon Clowney each acquired relaxation days.
Wide receiver Devin Duvernay (hamstring) was restricted Tuesday, whereas security Daryl Worley (hamstring) practiced in full after a restricted session Monday.
Tuesday featured the one full apply of the shortened week forward of “Thursday Night Football” in opposition to the Bengals. At 7-3, the Ravens personal a half-game lead over the Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers atop the AFC North. Cincinnati is in final at 5-4.
The Bengals could possibly be with out no less than certainly one of their prime edge rushers Thursday. Trey Hendrickson (knee) was a restricted participant and Sam Hubbard (ankle) missed apply. Hendrickson and Hubbard lead the staff in sacks with 8 1/2 and 4, respectively. Wide receiver Tee Higgins (hamstring) was additionally absent for the second consecutive day after lacking Sunday’s sport.
Baltimore Sun reporter Childs Walker contributed to this text.
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