Baltimore Ravens defensive back Jimmy Smith is dealing with a back injury that has put his status for Week 11 against the Dallas Cowboys in jeopardy.
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Latest on Smith's Playing Status
Friday, Nov. 18
Smith has been listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, per the Ravens' official injury list.
After not practicing Wednesday and Thursday, Smith was limited Friday. Through nine games, Smith has recorded 24 total tackles with two passes defended.
Smith has developed into a stalwart member of the Ravens defense since the franchise selected him in the first round of the 2011 NFL draft. The Colorado product is in his fourth season as a starter in the secondary after spending his first two years as a depth corner.
On the injury front, the 28-year-old veteran has been mostly durable since becoming a full-time player, missing just eight games over the previous three seasons. Those all came in 2014 due to a foot injury. More recently, he sat out some game action this year after suffering a concussion.
If the latest ailment causes him to miss more time, Shareece Wright and Tavon Young are in line to serve as Baltimore's starting corners. Wright missed the past three games with a hamstring issue, but he has been a full participant in practice this week and is listed as questionable.
The situation would also lead to more playing time for Jerraud Powers and Will Davis in certain defensive packages.
All told, losing a longtime key contributor like Smith for any type of extended period would be a major blow to the Ravens defense. He may not be the most flashy corner, but he's the most equipped player on the roster to guard an opponent's top target.
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from Bleacher Report - Baltimore Ravens http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2670373-jimmy-smith-injury-updates-on-ravens-cbs-back-and-return
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