The Ravens have ruled out fullback Patrick Ricard and tight end Isaiah Likely ahead of Sunday night's season opener in Buffalo.
Ricard (calf) hasn't practiced since Aug. 14 and Likely has been out since suffering his foot injury early in training camp.
Likely does appear to be nearing a return, however. He went through a workout on a side field at the start of Friday's practice. It was the first time reporters saw him go through such a workout since his surgery.
Ricard hasn't missed a game since 2021. When asked about how the offense might have to change without the five-time Pro Bowler and frequent spearhead in the running game, Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken said, "I feel good about our guys."
The Ravens could use more of tight end Charlie Kolar, call up undrafted rookie Lucas Scott from the practice squad, or pivot the offense in a different direction. With so many weapons, Baltimore's offense has options.
Jaire Alexander Ready to Play After Two Full Practices
Cornerback Jaire Alexander is ready to make his Ravens debut.
After being sidelined for nearly a month as he managed his surgically repaired knee, Alexander returned to full practices Thursday and Friday, putting him on track to play in Buffalo. He carries no injury designation.
"I don't have a doubt," Alexander said Friday when asked if he would play. "I'm excited to be out there playing with my guys."
Alexander hasn't suited up since Nov. 17 of last season and hasn't played a full game since Oct. 27. He's listed behind starters Marlon Humphrey and Nate Wiggins on the depth chart and it remains to be seen how many snaps he'll see in the opener.
Bills Will Have New Kicker; Cornerbacks Dealing With Groin Injuries
The Bills will have a different kicker Sunday as Tyler Bass (hip/groin) was placed on injured reserve, meaning he'll miss at least their first four games.
Buffalo signed veteran kicker 41-year-old Matt Prater to its practice squad this week and he'll be elevated to play Sunday. Prater was 6-for-6 on his field-goal attempts last season during four games with the Arizona Cardinals.
Bass hit 82.8% of his field-goal attempts last season and connected on two critical fourth-quarter field goals, including a 51-yarder, in the Bills' playoff win over the Ravens.
The Bills also have injury concerns at cornerback. Top corner Christian Benford (groin) has returned to full practice, but fellow starter (and former Raven) Tre'Davious White (groin) hasn't practiced all week and is doubtful to play.
Buffalo's rookie first-round pick, cornerback Maxwell Hairston, was placed on injured reserve/designated for return due to a knee injury.
Starting wide receiver Keon Coleman has also been limited by a groin injury in practice this week but carries no game designation going into Sunday.
