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Lamar Jackson Is Ready to Play vs. Steelers

QB Lamar Jackson
QB Lamar Jackson

Lamar Jackson was back at practice Friday and will play in the Ravens' battle for first place against the rival Pittsburgh Steelers.

Every Raven on the 53-man roster is healthy enough to play against Pittsburgh.

Jackson missed Thursday's practice due to an ankle injury. He confirmed that his foot was stepped on during Wednesday's practice and said he's doing "pretty good" now. Jackson declined to say who stepped on him.

Jackson hasn't had a full week of practice in a month due to knee, ankle, and toe injuries. He's hoping to come out sharper against the Steelers after he had three turnovers in the Ravens' Thanksgiving loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.

The Ravens offense has been sluggish in recent weeks and Jackson hasn't thrown a touchdown pass in the last three games. The Steelers defense, which ranks 28th in the league, could give Jackson and the Ravens another chance to get on the right track offensively.

Top cornerback Nate Wiggins will play against the Steelers after suffering a foot injury against the Bengals on Thanksgiving. Wiggins returned to full practice on Friday.

Wide receivers Rashod Bateman (ankle) and Devontez Walker (groin) both also returned to full practice Friday and will play against the Steelers.

Left tackle Ronnie Stanley was the only other Ravens player missing from Friday's practice, but that was only a rest day. Defensive tackle Travis Jones, who missed Thursday's practice due to personal reasons, returned a day later.

Ravens Rule Out Ar'Darius Washington After First Week of Practice

Ar'Darius Washington's return will have to wait at least another week, as he has been ruled out for Sunday's game.

Washington returned to practice this week after suffering an Achilles tear in May. The fact that he had a chance to play against the Steelers, according to Harbaugh, was an impressive feat already.

Washington did log a full practice participation Friday after being limited in his first two days, which means he's closer to being ready for game action with the rematch against the Cincinnati Bengals next on the schedule.

Outside linebacker Tavius Robinson (foot) has also been ruled out for Sunday's game. He was limited throughout the week in practice.

Patrick Queen Will Play, But Steelers Rule Out Starting Safety

Former Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen will play against the Ravens after exiting Sunday's loss to the Buffalo Bills early with a glute injury.

He was a limited practice participant on Thursday and Friday but doesn't have an injury designation entering the game.

The Steelers will be without starting safety Kyle Dugger, who has been ruled out due to a hand injury. Dugger has given the Steelers defense a spark since being acquired via trade about a month ago. Former Raven Chuck Clark or Jabrill Peppers is expected to start.

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers (left wrist) was a full participant on Friday. The Steelers ruled out rookie first-round defensive tackle Derrick Harmon (knee) and backup offensive tackle Calvin Anderson (knee).

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