ExtremeRavens Posted 12 hours ago Posted 12 hours ago For the first time in two months, quarterback Lamar Jackson participated in practice all week. It couldn’t come at a better time for Baltimore, with the AFC North championship game set for Sunday night. Still, the Ravens entered the new year much as they had spent much of 2025: managing absences. Cornerback Marlon Humphrey was not at Friday’s practice despite not appearing on the injury report earlier in the week, while receiver Rashod Bateman missed his third practice this week because of an illness. Outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy, however, returned Friday after missing time earlier in the week. Humphrey has dealt with several injuries this season. He missed Week 11 against Cleveland after having finger surgery and also sat out Week 5 against Houston with a calf injury. His absence could push Chidobe Awuzie into a starting role on the outside. Awuzie has played 436 snaps at outside corner this season, allowing 23 catches for 259 yards and one touchdown. That potential matchup would come against a Pittsburgh receiving corps without top target DK Metcalf, which struggled in his absence during last week’s 13-6 loss to Cleveland. Van Noy was seen Friday after missing Wednesday and Thursday with a quad injury, a promising sign for his availability Sunday in Pittsburgh. Left tackle Ronnie Stanley was also not seen at practice, though the 10-year veteran has routinely used Fridays as a rest day. Stanley has played in all but one game this season. Bateman’s absence is familiar territory for Baltimore. The 2021 first-round draft pick missed three games earlier this year with a high ankle sprain after signing a three-year extension in June. Those injuries contrast with Jackson’s full return to the practice field — his first since Week 10 against Minnesota. During that stretch, he was listed with knee, ankle and toe injuries, along with a back contusion that caused him to miss Sunday’s 41-24 win at Green Bay. “It’s been that long ago where we get Lamar in a full week of practice and timing with the receivers and our communication,” offensive coordinator Todd Monken said Thursday. Jackson said Thursday he will “100%” start against Pittsburgh and first felt confident he would play Monday. He will wear bulky padding on his back, similar to what he wore during his rookie season. At last, Baltimore’s quarterback is back. “It feels great to be out there with my guys, as always,” Jackson said Thursday. “I am looking forward to playing on Sunday.” This story will be updated. Have a news tip? Contact Michael Howes at mhowes@baltsun.com, 410-332-6200 and x.com/Mikephowes. View the full article Quote
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