Ravens get boost as fan-favorite defender nears return to fill pressing need

Baltimore Ravens v Miami Dolphins | Cooper Neill/GettyImagesDeep into the NFL season, injuries quickly become a part of the game. Players get beaten up week in and week out, and teams’ depth is tested in the most crucial stretch. Entering Week 16, the Baltimore Ravens need to lean on their depth.

Baltimore’s injury report has been lengthy this week. While most stars like quarterback Lamar Jackson, left tackle Ronnie Stanley, and linebacker Roquan are trending toward playing on Sunday, the same cannot be said for a couple of other key starters.

Cornerback Chidobe Awuzie is the most notable starter still dealing with an injury following Thursday’s practice. He missed Wednesday’s and Thursday’s…