Lamar Jackson didn't practice Thursday, the day after his foot was stepped on in practice, but X-rays confirmed he's fine.
Head Coach John Harbaugh said there was a quick X-ray done following the injury and "there's no damage or anything like that." Jackson left Wednesday's practice early with team physicians.
"I'm sure it's a little sore today so we just kept him in, but he's fine. He's going to be good," Harbaugh said.
"It was a big relief. I told the guys, 'Prayers do get answered.' Because I was praying."
Harbaugh also said fullback Patrick Ricard, who has not been at practice for several days, is dealing with a soft-tissue issue and should be back next week.
Teddye Buchanan Is a Quick Study Learning Both Inside Linebacker Spots
Not every player in the Ravens' inside linebacker room learns both "Mike" and "Will" linebacker spots, but fourth-round rookie Teddye Buchanan have proven up to the task.
"I think he's very mature as a rookie," Inside Linebackers Coach Tyler Santucci said. "He understands the game, he understands the expectations. … He's learning both positions right now, which is not an easy thing to do."
After getting his feet wet in his first preseason game, Buchanan shined in his second with four tackles and one quarterback hit in Dallas. He also had strong pass coverage on one throw that caused an incompletion.
Buchanan said he played weakside linebacker at U.C. Davis, then switched over to "Mike" for his final season at Cal, but he had never played both at the same time before now.
"Having to learn both really forces you to understand the defense on a deep level and know what piece of the puzzle you are in many different scenarios," Buchanan said. "It's been a process that I've really enjoyed … and getting to play both puts you in different spots and more opportunities to make plays."
Devontez Walker Has Built Confidence Over Camp
One of the summer's biggest standouts from start to finish has been wide receiver Devontez Walker.
Walker caught six passes for 61 yards in the second preseason game, showcasing his all-around abilities to be a player that can impact the game in a multitude of ways.
"I think I've shown that I can run every route in the tree," Walker said. "Last year when I came in, it was more, 'Oh, he's just a downfield, third-level threat.' This camp [and] these past couple games, I've shown I can win underneath. I think I've shown that I'm growing into a complete receiver."
Walker made the most of his one catch last season with a 21-yard touchdown against the New York Giants. While it will still be a challenge for him to have a significant role in the offense if Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, and DeAndre Hopkins all stay healthy, Walker has shown himself and coaches that he's ready if called upon.
"It builds a lot of confidence," Walker said. "I feel like that's what this camp has done."
Santucci Is Leaning on Zach Orr, Roquan Smith As Sounding Boards
Part of being a good teacher is being a student first, and Santucci is thankful for two strong influences on him in his rookie year coaching in the NFL.
Defensive Coordinator Zach Orr was in Santucci's shoes not long ago as the linebackers coach, so that perspective has been "invaluable," Santucci said.
Santucci also said 28-year-old three-time Pro Bowler Roquan Smith has been a "sounding board" for him this summer.
"He understands this place, he understands the defense," Santucci said. "[I'll say], 'This is how I want to teach this. Does it make sense to you?' … Maybe it'll be a side meeting with him prior to meeting with everybody else just so the communication is clear and there's not two languages within the room."
