Ravens fans hoping for a Zay Flowers sighting tonight might have to hold their breath a little longer. The star rookie wide receiver was back on the field for a morning workout on Friday but missed Baltimore’s final full practice of the week.
Head coach John Harbaugh has kept things vague, suggesting Flowers could play without practicing, but his absence on Friday raises doubts about his availability for tonight’s critical Divisional Round matchup against the Buffalo Bills.
Zay Flowers has been nothing short of a revelation this season. Leading the team with 1,059 receiving yards, he became the first Ravens wide receiver to top 1,000 yards since Hollywood Brown in 2021. His ability to stretch the field and make explosive plays has been a game-changer for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ offense.
Without Flowers, Baltimore would once again lean on players like Tylan Wallace to step into the spotlight. The Ravens’ tight ends—headlined by Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely—would also likely see an increased workload, much as they did in Flowers’ absence last week.
Even if Flowers doesn’t suit up tonight, there’s good news on the horizon. Reports indicate he had a productive workout on Friday, and the Ravens remain optimistic he could return next week—if they advance to the AFC Championship.
In the meantime, Baltimore will need to adjust its offensive approach against a tough Bills defense. Without one of their top playmakers, it’s another opportunity for Lamar Jackson to prove he can elevate the team in high-pressure moments.
The Ravens haven’t officially ruled Zay Flowers out, but his status remains a major question mark heading into kickoff. Whether he plays or not, the team will need to dig deep to get past Buffalo and keep their Super Bowl hopes alive.
Stay tuned, Ravens fans—this one’s going to be a nail-biter. Let’s go, Ravens!