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The Baltimore Ravens sent a "high-caliber" veteran to injured reserve and activated a $45 million DE.
The Baltimore Ravens shook up their roster with two major moves before Week 13’s game against AFC North rivals the Cincinnati Bengals, sending a “high-caliber” veteran to injured reserve, before activating a $45 million edge-rusher.
Utility running back Justice Hill landed on IR on Thanksgiving due to a neck problem, with the team also confirming defensive end Carl Lawson was activated from the practice squad.
Those are pretty significant transactions, especially considering the high regard Hill is held in by the coaching staff. Head coach John Harbaugh once described him as “a high-caliber running back,” apt praise for a dependable playmaker who can contribute in multiple ways for a struggling offense, particularly on third down.
Speaking of football’s money down, that’s just where former Bengals, New York Jets and Dallas Cowboys edge Lawson can still impact games. He’s yet to make a dent since signing for the Ravens mid-season, but Lawson remains a skilled and savvy pass-rusher who once commanded top dollar in free agency.
He surely has a part to play for a defense short of sacks this season.
This article will be updated…