Baltimore Ravens star TE Isaiah Likely was carted off the field at July 29 training camp. Get the latest on his ankle injury and what it means for Mark Andrews.
StatPro NFL Beat Reporter
The optimism was palpable at the Under Armour Performance Center. Super Bowl aspirations filled the air. Then, in an instant, a collective gasp. Star tight end Isaiah Likely went down during a one-on-one drill, and the sight of the cart rolling onto the field sent a wave of concern through the entire Ravens Flock, casting a shadow over an otherwise promising day of training camp.
He rolled his ankle... it's going to be a few weeks.
It was a routine drill near the end of Tuesday's practice, a common sight in training camp. But this time, it ended with Isaiah Likely tangled up with safety Sanoussi Kane during a one-on-one. The tight end, fresh off a career year and entering the final season of his rookie contract, immediately went down with a lower leg injury. After being attended to by trainers, he was carted off the field, a sobering sight for teammates and fans. Head Coach John Harbaugh later confirmed Likely rolled his ankle, with an MRI scheduled for Wednesday to determine the full extent of the damage.
While the injury is a significant blow, Coach Harbaugh was quick to project confidence in his team's depth. He told reporters the team expects Likely to miss 'a few weeks' but emphasized that the offense is built to withstand such challenges. The pressure now shifts squarely to All-Pro Mark Andrews to carry the load, with younger players getting a sudden opportunity to prove their worth. While no immediate roster transactions were made, the front office will undoubtedly be evaluating its options as it awaits a more definitive timeline on Likely's recovery.
As news broke, social media lit up. Clips of Likely being carted off, posted by insiders like Ari Meirov, spread like wildfire. The hashtag #Ravens began trending in the region as fans and teammates alike flooded timelines with messages of support and concern. The injury served as a stark reminder of how quickly a team's fortunes can change, turning a day of high hopes into one of anxious waiting for the fanbase.
All eyes now turn to Wednesday's MRI results, which will provide a clearer timeline for Isaiah Likely's return. With the high-stakes Sunday Night Football opener against the Buffalo Bills looming on September 7, every day counts. The Ravens' Super Bowl journey just hit its first major obstacle, and how they navigate the next few weeks without a key offensive weapon will be the first true test of their championship resolve.
