Daryl Smith returns to field as Ravens take practice to Annapolis

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Taking training camp on the road to the Naval Academy for their final full practice before their preseason opener against the San Francisco 49ers, the Ravens saw inside linebacker Daryl Smith return to action Monday night.
The 32-year-old had been sidelined with a groin injury for the last five days of practice but worked on a limited basis as the Ravens practiced in helmets, shells, and shorts. With Smith having not practiced in a week, it remains unclear whether coach John Harbaugh will want the veteran to play in Thursday’s preseason game. In the Harbaugh era, veteran starters have typically played no more than a couple series in the first preseason game.
“We’re kind of in a standard plan right now, as far as that [goes],” Harbaugh said. “I don’t know exactly the number of plays yet, but it won’t be anything we haven’t done in the past.”
Cornerback Lardarius Webb (back), offensive lineman Will Rackley (concussion symptoms), rookie wide receiver Michael Campanaro (ribs), and defensive back Marrio Norman (undisclosed) did not participate in Monday’s practice. Webb has all but been ruled out for the first two preseason games and hasn’t practiced since July 25.
The Ravens breathed a sigh of relief with cornerback Jimmy Smith being back on the practice field after appearing to tweak his lower back Sunday and sitting out in obvious discomfort during the second half of the workout. Smith downplayed any concerns about his back following Monday’s practice.
“I’ll be ready to go whenever the time is [here],” he said.
Defensive tackle Terrence Cody remains on the active physically unable to perform list and isn’t expected to return to the practice field for at least a couple more weeks, according to Harbaugh.