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Jets rookie Darron Lee (ankle) won't play against Ravens

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- First-round pick Darron Lee will miss the first game of his NFL career Sunday.

The New York Jets rookie linebacker, who sprained an ankle in Monday night's loss to the Arizona Cardinals, won't play against the Baltimore Ravens, coach Todd Bowles said Thursday.

It's no surprise, as Lee hasn't made an appearance at practice. He has been spending his days inside, getting treatment. Bowles said he's not sure if Lee will miss time beyond this week.

"I’m hoping not," he said. "It’s still too early to tell.