Ravens Sign Running Back Dalvin Cook to Practice Squad
The Ravens have added running back Dalvin Cook to their practice squad, providing a boost to their backfield heading into the playoffs.
Ravens Add Dalvin Cook to Practice Squad
The Baltimore Ravens have signed running back Dalvin Cook to their practice squad, according to a source. This move could provide a boost to the Ravens' backfield as they head into the playoffs.
Cook, who was released by the New York Jets and cleared waivers, will have the opportunity to showcase his skills and potentially earn a spot on the Ravens' roster for their divisional round game. The Ravens, who finished the regular season with a record of 13-3 and secured the AFC's top seed, will have the next two weeks to evaluate Cook.
Baltimore has been dealing with injuries to their running backs throughout the season. They lost J.K. Dobbins to a season-ending Achilles injury in the season opener and rookie Keaton Mitchell to a season-ending knee injury in Week 15. With Cook joining the team, the Ravens hope to add depth and playmaking ability to their backfield.
Current Backfield Situation of the Ravens
Gus Edwards is currently the Ravens' primary running back. While he has scored 13 touchdowns this season, he has struggled to produce big plays. Over his past seven games, Edwards has averaged 40.6 yards per game rushing and 3.6 yards per carry.
The Ravens' other running backs on their roster are Justice Hill and Melvin Gordon. Gordon, a nine-year veteran, has had limited action this season with 19 carries for 63 yards and a 3.3-yard average.
Quarterback Lamar Jackson has been the team's leading rusher, accumulating 821 yards on the ground. However, the Ravens have only had one running back rush for over 80 yards in a game this season.
Dalvin Cook's Time with the Jets
Cook's release from the Jets was a mutual agreement between the player and the team. He had been seeing his playing time decrease in recent weeks and didn't play a single snap in the Jets' loss to the Browns.
During his time with the Jets, Cook had limited opportunities, carrying the ball only 67 times for 214 yards and a 3.2-yard average. His playing time on offense was also significantly reduced compared to previous seasons.
Cook's free agency acquisition by the Jets was highly anticipated, but his time with the team did not meet expectations. He will now have the opportunity to showcase his skills with the Ravens and potentially contribute to their playoff run.
