The Ravens’ final practice before leaving for Brazil brought a mix of concern and optimism. Zay Flowers and Ronnie Stanley missed a second straight day, while Nnamdi Madubuike and Teddye Buchanan continued to make progress ahead of Sunday’s game against Dallas.

Flowers and Stanley remain uncertain

Flowers worked on the side Thursday but did not join practice. NFL Network reported that a Week 4 return is becoming more likely, making his availability against Dallas increasingly doubtful. Baltimore has scored four touchdowns on five drives with Flowers this season and three on 16 drives since his hamstring injury. (ESPN’s Jamison Hensley, NFL Network and the Ravens)

Stanley also missed his second straight practice after aggravating a toe injury against New Orleans. Carson Vinson replaced him in the fourth quarter Sunday and would be the next option at left tackle if Stanley cannot play. John Simpson offered a positive sign on the line, moving from limited Wednesday to full participation Thursday. (Baltimore Ravens)

Madubuike and Buchanan close in on returns

Madubuike logged his second consecutive full practice and is traveling with the team to Brazil. He said he felt “way faster” Thursday than he did Wednesday and that he and the coaches feel good about his progress, though he did not confirm he will play. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that two full practices have him poised to make his first appearance since September 2025. (ESPN and the Ravens)

Linebacker Teddye Buchanan is expected to make his season debut after practicing fully again Thursday, about nine months after tearing his ACL. His return gives Baltimore a choice alongside Roquan Smith: Trenton Simpson has played well, and defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver called having all three available a “beautiful problem.” (CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz and the Ravens)

Hendrickson returns to practice; two defenders remain limited

Trey Hendrickson was limited Thursday after sitting out Wednesday. He has continued to play through a broken finger, recording a sack against New Orleans last Sunday. Malaki Starks (hamstring) remained limited, while Zion Young (quad) advanced to full participation. (Baltimore Beatdown)

Dallas is short-handed in the secondary

The Cowboys have ruled out four defenders: starting safety Malik Hooker, replacement safety P.J. Locke, cornerback Cobie Durant and linebacker DeMarvion Overshown. Their absences leave Dallas thin in the defensive backfield, a notable opportunity for Lamar Jackson and the passing game if Flowers is also out. (The Dallas Morning News)

Walker could earn more work

Offensive coordinator Declan Doyle said roles can change based on performance and praised how Devontez Walker handled a limited package in his season debut. Walker played 17 offensive snaps and caught a 47-yard pass against New Orleans. If Flowers misses another game, Walker’s vertical speed is one way Baltimore can try to replace some of the explosiveness lost from the offense. (Baltimore Ravens)