Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely sustained an ankle injury during training camp on Tuesday. Head Coach John Harbaugh confirmed that Likely will undergo an MRI to determine the severity and recovery timeline of the injury, which is expected to sideline him for several weeks.

Details from practice and initial assessment by coaching staff

During practice, Likely injured his left foot/ankle and was seen visibly upset, even punching the ground before limping off while avoiding putting weight on his foot. Despite rumors of a possible contract extension circulating, this injury has cast uncertainty on his immediate availability. Harbaugh addressed the injury following the session, noting that Likely is likely to miss multiple weeks but remains hopeful about his return timeline.

“It’s going to be a few weeks, though. He rolled his ankle — foot area. So, he’ll get an MRI tomorrow to see exactly what needs to be done. But it’ll be a few weeks. It’s good that it’s just early in camp.”

—John Harbaugh, Head Coach

Projected impact on training camp, preseason, and season opener

Assuming the MRI does not reveal a major injury, Likely is expected to miss the remainder of training camp and possibly the entire preseason. This absence may influence the Ravens’ tight end depth chart and offensive preparations as they approach the regular season. However, there is optimism that he could return in time for the Ravens’ season opener against the Buffalo Bills on September 7.

Significance of injury amid Ravens’ camp and upcoming schedule

Isaiah Likely’s ankle injury comes at a critical time during the Ravens’ camp, placing additional pressure on both the coaching staff and players to adapt quickly. The timing allows for a recovery period that could potentially enable his participation early in the season, which would be vital for Baltimore’s offensive plans. Monitoring the MRI results and subsequent treatment plan will provide clarity on how the team adjusts moving forward.