The Baltimore Ravens lost their entire running back room before the 2021 season began, as J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards and Justice Hill all suffered serious injuries before the year began. The Baltimore run game subsequently struggled, and it will be a sight for sore eyes to see the Ravens’ injured running backs return to the field.
During a press conference at the annual league meetings, Baltimore head coach John Harbaugh took a plethora of questions from the media, and provided very informative answers. When he was asked about Dobbins and Edwards, Harbaugh said that he’s excited to see both back on the field, but they’ll wait and see as to when either will return.
Coach Harbaugh on J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards: pic.twitter.com/o04en5kOzd
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) March 28, 2022
Harbaugh said Dobbins and Gus Edwards are making progress but will likely start camp on PUP list. Said Ravens will play it safe with both.
— Jeff Zrebiec (@jeffzrebiec) March 28, 2022
Both Dobbins and Edwards tore their ACLs, an injury that takes a while to work back from. Modern medicine has made the ailment easier to recovery from, but even after recovery it can sometimes be difficult for players to feel like themselves for a bit. Harbaugh’s comments indicate that the team will play it safe with their two star running backs, and make sure that they feel all the way back before thrusting them into action.