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The Baltimore Ravens received the best possible news regarding Zay Flowers and the quad contusion that initially created a significant injury scare. Flowers returned to practice Tuesday after missing Sunday’s session. Ravens players were off Monday, meaning the two-time Pro Bowl receiver missed only one practice because of the injury.
Flowers suffered the contusion Saturday when he collided with safety Jaylinn Hawkins during a seven-on-seven period. He remained on the ground in considerable pain before walking back to the facility without assistance from a cart.
Jesse Minter later described Flowers as day-to-day and indicated that the Ravens didn't expect him to miss significant time. His quick return confirmed that initial optimism.
The original collision looked concerning because Flowers immediately grabbed at his left leg while teammates, trainers, and team officials gathered around him. A quad contusion was close to the best-case diagnosis Baltimore could have received. Minter said the injury could require anywhere from one to three days, and Flowers returned within that expected window.
The Ravens had no reason to rush their No. 1 receiver back onto the practice field. Flowers recently signed a four-year, $140 million extension with $108 million guaranteed, securing his place as one of the foundations of Baltimore’s offense.
His return indicates that the training staff was comfortable with his progress and that the collision shouldn't interrupt his preparation for the regular season.
Returning to practice doesn't mean Flowers needs to play in Saturday night’s preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Flowers has already established his role, and Baltimore has three joint practices scheduled later this summer. Those controlled sessions can provide valuable work against unfamiliar defensive backs without exposing him to unnecessary preseason contact. The Ravens can use Saturday to evaluate the receivers competing behind Flowers and Rashod Bateman. Ja’Kobi Lane has emerged as one of training camp’s biggest stories, while Elijah Sarratt, Devontez Walker and LaJohntay Wester are competing for roles.
Flowers needs repetitions in Declan Doyle’s new offense, but those snaps can come during practice. Baltimore’s priority should remain having him fully healthy when the regular season begins.
Flowers is coming off the most productive season of his career. He caught 86 passes for a franchise-record 1,211 yards and five touchdowns in 2025, earning his second consecutive Pro Bowl selection. Doyle and Minter have discussed multiple ways to get the football into his hands. Flowers can line up outside, move into the slot and create opportunities through motion. Missing one practice won't prevent the Ravens from continuing that work. His return allows him to resume building timing with Lamar Jackson while learning the details of an offense designed to maximize his versatility.
Saturday’s collision provided a frightening moment. Tuesday’s return ensured that it became little more than a brief interruption.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Zay Flowers returns to Ravens practice after quad contusion
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Flowers suffered the contusion Saturday when he collided with safety Jaylinn Hawkins during a seven-on-seven period. He remained on the ground in considerable pain before walking back to the facility without assistance from a cart.
Jesse Minter later described Flowers as day-to-day and indicated that the Ravens didn't expect him to miss significant time. His quick return confirmed that initial optimism.
Zay Flowers avoided a significant injury.
The original collision looked concerning because Flowers immediately grabbed at his left leg while teammates, trainers, and team officials gathered around him. A quad contusion was close to the best-case diagnosis Baltimore could have received. Minter said the injury could require anywhere from one to three days, and Flowers returned within that expected window.
The Ravens had no reason to rush their No. 1 receiver back onto the practice field. Flowers recently signed a four-year, $140 million extension with $108 million guaranteed, securing his place as one of the foundations of Baltimore’s offense.
His return indicates that the training staff was comfortable with his progress and that the collision shouldn't interrupt his preparation for the regular season.
Ravens still have reason to be cautious.
Returning to practice doesn't mean Flowers needs to play in Saturday night’s preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Flowers has already established his role, and Baltimore has three joint practices scheduled later this summer. Those controlled sessions can provide valuable work against unfamiliar defensive backs without exposing him to unnecessary preseason contact. The Ravens can use Saturday to evaluate the receivers competing behind Flowers and Rashod Bateman. Ja’Kobi Lane has emerged as one of training camp’s biggest stories, while Elijah Sarratt, Devontez Walker and LaJohntay Wester are competing for roles.
Flowers needs repetitions in Declan Doyle’s new offense, but those snaps can come during practice. Baltimore’s priority should remain having him fully healthy when the regular season begins.
Zay Flowers can resume building chemistry in new offense.
Flowers is coming off the most productive season of his career. He caught 86 passes for a franchise-record 1,211 yards and five touchdowns in 2025, earning his second consecutive Pro Bowl selection. Doyle and Minter have discussed multiple ways to get the football into his hands. Flowers can line up outside, move into the slot and create opportunities through motion. Missing one practice won't prevent the Ravens from continuing that work. His return allows him to resume building timing with Lamar Jackson while learning the details of an offense designed to maximize his versatility.
Saturday’s collision provided a frightening moment. Tuesday’s return ensured that it became little more than a brief interruption.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Zay Flowers returns to Ravens practice after quad contusion
Continue reading...
