Jimmy Smith

The central question is whether Baltimore's defense can make enough plays. This is why the Ravens acquired defensive end Yannick Ngakoue. A window of opportunity is open for Mark Andrews.

Ravens veteran sees similarities between 2012 Super Bowl champs and this year's Ravens. Lamar made the proper read and reacted on Sunday's touchdown run. Jimmy Smith is happy to be re-signed for 2021.

Wide receiver Willie Snead IV and offensive lineman Patrick Mekari will return to the lineup, while running back Mark Ingram II is inactive.

The Ravens and Titans are expected to be at, or near, full strength for the wild-card playoff game.

Marcus Peters is active after a two-game absence. Starting center Patrick Mekari is inactive. Running back Mark Ingram II is active after being a healthy scratch the previous two games.

Here are some things that should not be taken for granted. Lamar Jackson and the Ravens offense's resurgence is complicated and statistically shocking. 

Cornerbacks Marcus Peters and Jimmy Smith have a chance to get back on the field in the regular-season finale. The Ravens have 10 questionable players.

Veteran cornerback Jimmy Smith has only played for the Ravens during his 10-year career.

The heartbreaking loss to the Bengals in the 2017 season finale played a role in the Ravens' ensuing success. The reported deal to bring back veteran cornerback Jimmy Smith next season is a win.

Cornerback Marcus Peters returned to practice, but the Ravens have a lengthy injury report.

Defensive end Calais Campbell will return after a one-game absence, while cornerback Marcus Peters will miss his second straight game. Daniel Jones is expected to start for the Giants.

Veteran cornerback Jimmy Smith will miss his second consecutive game. Daniel Jones and Blake Martinez are questionable for the Giants, while Golden Tate is out. 

Calais Campbell continues to rest his calf and nine Ravens sat out Wednesday overall. Meanwhile, the Giants don't know who their quarterback will be Sunday.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith (ribs/shoulder) has been ruled out and the Ravens have five cornerbacks on the injury report overall.

Jimmy Smith continues to deal with various injuries, but cornerback Terrell Bonds returned to practice from injured reserve. 

Jimmy Smith (groin) will return after a one-game absence, while Calais Campbell (calf) will play despite not practicing all week. Anthony Averett is inactive.

Five Ravens including Calais Campbell are questionable for Monday night against the Cleveland Browns. Cornerback Tramon Williams is doubtful.

Jimmy Smith is among four Ravens who did not practice Thursday due to injury.

Jimmy Smith could return against Cleveland. John Harbaugh has always had high regard for the Browns. Brandon Williams credits Derek Wolfe for leading the defensive line.

Chuck Clark and Jaylon Ferguson are active after not practicing. Justin Madubuike, Broderick Washington Tramon Williams, and Trystan Colon-Castillo are inactive.

Calais Campbell, Jimmy Smith, Brandon Williams, Chuck Clark and Jaylon Ferguson are among nine Ravens who are questionable. Tramon Williams and Broderick Washington are doubtful.

The Ravens did not practice Thursday, but here's an estimation of who would have taken the field.

Defensive linemen Calais Campbell and Brandon Williams are both doubtful, but cornerback Jimmy Smith is headed in the right direction.

Defensive linemen Calais Campbell and Brandon Williams did not practice Wednesday. L.J. Fort returned as a full participant.

Inside linebacker L. J. Fort will miss his second straight game. Patriots star cornerback Stephon Gilmore is inactive.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith talks about his contract extension and the challenge of the Bills offense.

Pernell McPhee, Jimmy Smith and Derek Wolfe are all leading and playing at a high level in the playoffs.

Head Coach John Harbaugh talks about the challenge of facing the Patriots and how well Jimmy Smith is playing.

Since 1999, the Ravens and Steelers have split the series, 23-23. Pernell McPhee has been part of two of the NFL's top rivalries and sides with Baltimore-Pittsburgh.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith talks about how the Ravens-Steelers rivalry has changed and what he sees from the young Pittsburgh wide receivers.

Hear from cornerback Jimmy Smith, watch Justin Tucker's conversation with a young cancer patient, and look back on the win in Philadelphia.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith talks about how he'll handle an altered bye week and the gauntlet that awaits after the time off.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith talks about his changing role and calls Sam Koch the 'epitome of what a Raven is.'

Cornerback Jimmy Smith talks about the Ravens' defensive struggles against the Kansas City Chiefs after a 34-20 loss.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith talks about loving his new role and finishing his career in Baltimore.

Baltimore's veteran cornerback explains his process in free agency and said he's excited to stay in the league's best secondary.

The veteran cornerback tested the market for the first time of his career, but never wanted to leave Baltimore.

No team has a better secondary than Baltimore, and the defense is in a great spot after the first week of free agency.

Brandon Carr has been extremely reliable with the Ravens, but will the Ravens pay to pick up his contract option?

Before the season ended, pending free agent cornerback Jimmy Smith talked about his desire to remain a Raven.

The Ravens' biggest pending unrestricted free agents are all on defense, headlined by outside linebacker Matthew Judon.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith compares the 2019 Ravens to the 2011 Ravens.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith hangs with Ryan Anderson and knocks the ball away in the end zone in the second quarter.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith gives his scouting report on the Jets offense and says he's glad C.J. Mosley isn't playing.

The veteran cornerback talked about the strong defensive performance in the 24-17 victory over the Buffalo Bills.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith talks about the lessons learned versus the 49ers and Lamar Jackson's juke move.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith makes sure the Rams don't score a touchdown with a late fourth-quarter pick.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith talked about the Ravens' defensive effort, coverage and pass rush against the Texans.

Head Coach John Harbaugh and players have noticed the excitement in Baltimore, but they're keeping a level head.

Cornerback Jimmy Smith talks about defending against dual-threat quarterbacks.