Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis returned to practice this week. If it wasn't for NFL rules, he'd be ready to play in a game, too.
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Fox Sports insider and NFL Network contributor Jay Glazer reported Sunday that Lewis is ready to go right now after recovering from his triceps injury. The Ravens expect Lewis to be available next week, when league rules allow him to return. Lewis has been out since being hurt Oct. 14.
Lewis was placed on injured reserve with a designated-to-return tag. Initially, it was believed Lewis would be lucky to return in time for the playoffs. Instead, it sounds like he'll return for the Ravens' massive Week 15 AFC showdown with the Denver Broncos.
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