Zay Flowers Injury Update
Baltimore Ravens Receiver Zay Flowers Remains Doubtful for Week 2 Game
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Reports from the open portion of Friday’s practice indicated that Flowers did very little, despite being officially listed as a limited participant.
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If Flowers is unavailable, Baltimore’s receiving group could also include Chris Moore, Elijah Sarratt and LaJohntay Wester alongside Rashod Bateman and Devontez Walker.
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Hendrickson, Stanley and Simpson all returned to practice late in the week, improving their outlook compared with Flowers’ limited return.
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Mark Andrews saw six targets in Week 1; his fantasy value would rise substantially if Flowers is ruled out, but he would remain a lower-end TE1 if Flowers plays and is potentially limited.
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Rashod Bateman’s fantasy outlook is highly dependent on Flowers’ status: he could become Baltimore’s No. 1 receiver and a boom-or-bust flex option if Flowers sits, but would be difficult to start if Flowers plays.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is doubtful for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints after a recurring hamstring injury sidelined him in Week 1. ClutchPoints reported that Flowers missed the first two practices and returned only as a very limited participant on Friday, raising serious concerns about his availability despite being officially listed as doubtful rather than ruled out.
Even if Flowers is activated before kickoff, NBCSports noted that the risk of re-aggravation remains significant. If he cannot play, Rashod Bateman and Devontez Walker are expected to lead Baltimore's receiving corps, with tight end Mark Andrews likely to see an increased workload after drawing six targets in Week 1.
Limited Practice Return Signals Extended Absence
USAToday reported that despite being listed as a limited participant on Friday, Flowers did very little during the open portion of practice. The recurring nature of his hamstring injury makes a quick return unlikely, even though the Ravens are still officially keeping him listed as doubtful rather than ruled out.
CBSSports confirmed that Flowers' Friday participation was minimal and provided little optimism about his Week 2 status. The injury occurred during Baltimore's 41-23 Week 1 win over Indianapolis, and the limited practice involvement suggests the hamstring remains problematic heading into the Saints matchup.
Bateman and Walker Set to Expand Receiving Roles
If Flowers is unable to play, Rashod Bateman becomes Baltimore's de facto No. 1 receiver with significant upside potential. Devontez Walker would also see expanded targets as the Ravens adjust their passing game around the absence of their star wide receiver.
The receiving group could also lean on complementary options including Chris Moore, Elijah Sarratt, and LaJohntay Wester to fill the void. Mark Andrews would become a focal point of the offense, increasing his fantasy value substantially and positioning him as a higher-end tight end option if Flowers sits.
Other Ravens Injuries Show Improvement Compared to Flowers
Edge rusher Trey Hendrickson and left tackle Ronnie Stanley are both listed as questionable after returning to practice late in the week. Offensive guard John Simpson also returned to limited practice, improving the outlook for all three players compared to Flowers' minimal involvement.
TheScore confirmed that defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike, safety Teddye Buchanan, and tackle T.J. Tampa have been ruled out for the Saints game. Flowers' official status will be determined closer to kickoff, with a final decision expected before game time Sunday.
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