With Terrell Suggs out, Ravens defense in uncharted territory vs. Raiders

Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith, left, celebrates his touchdown with Lardarius Webb during the second half against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2015, in Denver. (Joe Mahoney / Associated Press)In many respects, Terrell Suggs was the last man standing, the final link to these Ravens and their great defenses of the past.

Middle linebacker Ray Lewis retired after the 2012 season. Safety Ed Reed departed in free agency that same offseason, and has since retired. Defensive tackle Haloti Ngata was traded to the Detroit Lions in March. But there was still Suggs, a Raven since 2003, rushing Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning, setting the edge against the run and calling out commands…