Two key Ravens returned to the practice field Friday ahead of Sunday's big game in Kansas City.
Outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy (hamstring) and left tackle Ronnie Stanley (ankle) were both on the field and in uniform during the early portion of practice.
Stanley was working with a Ravens trainer on a separate field from the rest of the offensive line. Van Noy was going through a workout near the defensive linemen.
It remains to be seen if they could make a quick return to play against the Chiefs, but it's at least good news to see them back on the field.
If Stanley can't play, veteran Joe Noteboom, who has started 35 games over eight seasons, would likely step in at left tackle against the Chiefs' aggressive defense, led up front by defensive tackle Chris Jones and defensive end George Karlaftis.
"He's doing well. He's in that day-to-day world right now," Head Coach John Harbaugh said of Stanley. "We'll see. He's working hard to be there on Sunday."
Travis Jones (knee) is practicing for a second straight day, but fellow defensive tackle starter Broderick Washington Jr. (ankle) hasn't practiced all week, putting his status in doubt. Pro Bowl defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike (neck) has already been ruled out.
The Ravens will lean more heavily on veteran John Jenkins, who played well against the Lions despite the Ravens giving up 224 rushing yards, as well as rookie sixth-round pick Aeneas Peebles.
Isaiah Likely Has a Chance to Make Debut
Tight end Isaiah Likely has practiced all week for the second straight week and could make his debut in Kansas City following foot surgery.
Harbaugh said Likely practiced fully Friday for the first time, but they haven't made a determination yet on whether he's quite ready for game action against the Chiefs.
"It just depends on what's best for us and the team," Harbaugh said. "We'll watch the [practice] tape, see how his numbers look. It's going to be a tough environment. He practiced one week, but he looked really good.
"So is he ready to go in this game against those guys and play at the top, top level and help us win this game? Or is somebody else more suited? But he could do it. He looks good to me. We'll just have to see if it's the best thing for us on Sunday."
Likely had a huge Week 1 game in Kansas City last season, catching nine passes for 111 yards and a touchdown. He came a toe away from a touchdown that could have tied the game at the end of regulation.
