Running back J.K. Dobbins told WJZ-TV on Thursday that he didn't participate in the Baltimore Ravens' mandatory minicamp this week because of his contract situation.

Related Players: Gus Edwards, Justice Hill

Dobbins, a second-round pick in the 2020 draft, has missed more games (27) than he's played (23) in his career. It's hard to see how he has a leg to stand on in this situation, so we'll see how long this mini-holdout lasts.

According to quotes from the article, new OC Todd Monken tried (unsuccessfully) to get Dobbins on the field, but the running back declined. This will likely all blow over but there's still a possibility that Gus Edwards and Justice Hill get better familiarized with the Monken offense and cut farther into Dobbins' already compromised role.

Per Baumgardner, "Keaton Mitchell has legit “goodbye” speed (4.37-second 40 and 1.5-second 10-yard split) plus a 38-inch vertical at just 5-7, 179 pounds. The obvious limitations are in the size department. When this guy puts his foot on the ground and turns the corner, though, he darn near breaks the sound barrier. He’s gadgety but could be a lot of fun in Baltimore’s offense."

Related Players: J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards, Justice Hill

The actual fantasy output of Baltimore RBs always seems to fall below its potential, and a lot of that is, of course, due to how much ground Lamar Jackson soaks up. The odds are very low that Mitchell will produce tangibly during the 2023 season, but he should be an interesting name to keep in mind for deeper dynasty leagues.

Free-agent RB Justice Hill is resigning with the Ravens, a two-year $4.5 million deal with a max value of up to $5 million.

Related Players: J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards

It looks like Baltimore is running back last season's backfield. Hill operates mostly as a special teams asset but has a bit of juice when he finds the offensive side of the ball, averaging 5.3 yards per carry on his 49 totes last season.

Head coach John Harbaugh confirmed Marcus Williams (wrist) and J.K. Dobbins (knee) won’t play Sunday, but next week should be a consideration for both.

Related Players: Gus Edwards, Kenyan Drake

The struggle to see the field for Dobbins continues, though it seems there may be a light at the end of the tunnel. It may be too late for fantasy purposes, but he would be an interesting stash for the playoff run, in case he somehow becomes the lead back we've been waiting two years for him to become.

Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins, left tackle Ronnie Stanley and rookie safety Kyle Hamilton returned to practice Wednesday.

Related players: Kenyan Drake, Gus Edwards

Dobbins, who was placed on injured reserve Oct. 22 after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery, has been designated to return from IR. He can be activated to the Ravens’ 53-man roster at any point over the next 21 days. Dobbins, who suffered a significant knee injury last preseason, has 35 carries for 123 yards and a touchdown this year. It will be a crowded backfield upon his return. Edwards led the way last week when he returned from his injury, and when Edwards was out, it was Drake.

Ravens TE Mark Andrews (shoulder/knee) was not present during the 30-minute media viewing period Thursday. This could be like yesterday when Andrews came out on the field late and was limited. RB Gus Edwards (hamstring) participated in his second straight practice.

Related Players: Kenyan Drake

Kenyan Drake exploded for 109 scrimmage yards in the Ravens' final game before their Bye Week and will now run the risk of moving back to the 1B slot in the backfield. Both he and Gus Edwards are in fantasy consideration this week against a very susceptible Panthers team.

Ravens TE Mark Andrews did not practice Wednesday, the team’s first full practice since the bye. Andrews has been sidelined since injuring his shoulder against Tampa Bay on Oct. 27.

Good news for Baltimore: RB Gus Edwards (hamstring) returned to practice after missing last game.

Related players: Isaiah Likely, Kenyan Drake

The Andrews' news is a bit concerning coming off a bye week, so he's worth keeping an eye on as the week goes on. If he can't go, Likely would get the nod. He caught just one pass filling in for Andrews Week 9, but it was a TD catch. Likely had a 6-77-1 line in Week 8 after Andrews got hurt. At RB, Edwards' return would cut into Drake's workload after he scored two TDs back in Week 9. Drake would likely move to a change of pace role and get the passing down work while Edwards would probably see the early down carries.

Gus Edwards will be back next game, that's the plan.

Related players: Kenyan Drake, Justice Hill

The return of Edwards will cut into Drake's workload. Drake looked good on Monday night rushing for two TDs and helping to kill the clock late in the game with productive runs. Drake likely slides into the RB2 role pushing Hill down the depth chart as Edwards should get early down work. The Ravens have a bye in Week 10.

For the second straight day, TE Mark Andrews (shoulder, knee) and RB Gus Edwards (hamstring) did not practice.

Related Players: Isaiah Likely, Justice Hill, Kenyan Drake

Isaiah Likely is looking more and more like he should be in fantasy consideration for Monday Night Football, even if Andrews plays. As for the backfield, Kenyan Drake would take over lead back duties if Edwards were to miss, and would be an RB2.

Head coach Harbaugh said that Gus Edwards has a minor hamstring strain. Will be questionable for MNF but hasn’t been ruled out. Harbaugh said that Rashod Bateman’s foot injury is more extensive than originally thought. He’s expected to miss multiple weeks.

Related Players: James Proche, Devin Duvernay

There were reports immediately after Thursday Night Football that Bateman's injury was "not serious," but clearly, that was incorrect. The Ravens already spread the ball around as one of the lightest passing attacks in the league, so it isn't easy to trust a fill-in in your fantasy lineups. Devin Duvernay can be considered a boom/bust desperation Flex play while Bateman is sidelined.