- Isaiah Likely
- #80
- Team BAL
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
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No targets Sunday
Likely was not targeted Sunday against the Bengals.
Analysis: Likely's usage was surprising Sunday given that he had been playing better of late, including his five-catch, 95-yard game against the Bengals in Week 13. There were some factors working against Likely, though. Baltimore ran just 40 plays and possessed the ball for 20 minutes. Further, Lamar Jackson only attempted 12 passes as the team leaned on the ground game. Likely played 50 percent of the snaps, which is in line with his usual percentage, but he was not able to draw one of the few targets…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 15 at 9:02am by Rotowire.com
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First touchdown of 2025
Likely recorded four receptions on six targets for 25 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-22 loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: Likely logged six targets for the second consecutive game, good enough for second on the team behind only Zay Flowers. While he turned in a modest yardage total, Likely caught a key four-yard touchdown pass midway through the third quarter -- his first score of the season. He also nearly had a second score with just under three minutes in the contest, though the play was overturned after originally being called a touchdown on the field. Likely has had some high-profile mistakes in the last two…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 10:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Best game of season in loss
Likely brought in five of six targets for 95 yards in the Ravens' 32-14 loss to the Bengals on Thursday night. He also lost a fumble.
Analysis: Likely led the Ravens in receptions and receiving yards while tying for the team lead in targets, and all three of his figures also qualified as season-high figures. However, his longest grab, a 43-yard catch and run, ended with him losing control of the ball just before the goal line, resulting in a touchback. Likely's usage hadn't eclipsed two receptions or 17 yards in any of his last three games, so the spike in his production Thursday, despite the fumble, was especially noteworthy. The…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 27 at 9:29pm by Rotowire.com
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One catch vs Jets
Likely caught one pass for 10 yards on three targets Sunday against the Jets.
Analysis: A calf issue limited Likely in practice during the week, but he was able to suit up and play a healthy 57 percent of the snaps. Likely's production has waned this year; he's averaging 6.7 yards per target and is drawing a target on just 15.4 percent of his routes, which marks a 5.3 percent drop from last year. He has a mere 63.2 percent catch rate and a 5.3 percent drop rate. Baltimore draws a favorable matchup Thursday against Cincinnati, which could reverse Likely's fortunes a bit, however.
Published: Mon, Nov 24 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Has green light to face Gang Green
Likely (calf) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Analysis: Likely increased his practice participation level throughout the week, culminating in a full practice Friday. He has had a disappointing season in a contract year, recording only 12 catches for 118 yards in seven appearances.
Published: Fri, Nov 21 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice Thursday
Likely (calf) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Likely couldn't practice in any capacity Wednesday, so it's encouraging to see him handling limited reps Thursday. Quarterback Lamar Jackson (ankle) also returned to practice for Baltimore on Thursday, handling full reps. If Likely is able to upgrade to a full session Friday, he could avoid an injury designation entirely for Sunday's game against the Jets and handle his usual No. 2 tight end role behind Mark Andrews.
Published: Thu, Nov 20 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses Wednesday's practice
Likely (calf) did not practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Likely appears to have picked up a new calf injury during Baltimore's win over the Browns in Week 11, in which he secured two of three targets for 15 yards. He'll have two more opportunities to get back on the practice field before Sunday's game against the Jets. If Likely misses any time, top tight end Mark Andrews will figure to see a slight uptick in receiving opportunities.
Published: Wed, Nov 19 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Another two-catch effort
Likely had two catches for 15 yards on three targets Sunday against the Browns.
Analysis: Baltimore's passing attack was limited Sunday in Cleveland as Lamar Jackson was held to just 193 yards on 25 attempts by bad weather and the Browns' pass rush. Likely drew just three targets and still hasn't had a game with more than three receptions all year. He also has yet to reach the end zone and has just one red-zone target. The Ravens get a softer matchup in Week 12 against the Jets, but Likely's usage does not project favorably for fantasy as long as Mark Andrews is healthy.
Published: Mon, Nov 17 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Thursday
Likely (hip) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Likely was limited in practice Wednesday due to a hip issue, but he's already resumed handling full reps and is ready to rock for Sunday's road matchup against the Browns. He's drawn exactly four targets in each of his last two appearances, in which span he's combined for five catches for 77 yards. However, the extent of tight end Mark Andrews' involvement in the passing game, especially the red zone, continues to make Likely difficult to rely on for fantasy purposes.
Published: Thu, Nov 13 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited practice Wednesday
Likely (hip) was limited at practice Wednesday, Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official site reports.
Analysis: Likely was on the field for 56 percent of the Ravens' snaps on offense in the team's Week 10 win over the Vikings, catching two of his four targets in the contest for 17 yards. The tight end has two more chances to upgrade his participation level ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns, but Likely's fantasy impact has been modest most weeks while working in a timeshare that has favored fellow TE Mark Andrews.
Published: Wed, Nov 12 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Two grabs against Vikings
Likely caught two of five targets for 17 yards in Sundays' 27-19 win over the Vikings
Analysis: Likely had a quiet outing against the Vikings despite seeing a season-high five targets. The 25-year-old tight end played 39 of the Ravens' 65 offensive snaps Sunday, behind Mark Andrews (44) and ahead of Charlie Kolar (30). Likely was unable to score his first touchdown of the season, but Andrews was able to find the end zone on a two-yard pass from Lamar Jackson, his third score in the past two games. Likely continues to be extremely difficult to trust for fantasy purposes heading into a Week…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 11 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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Season-best yardage total in win
Likely secured three of four targets for 60 yards in the Ravens' 28-6 win over the Dolphins on Thursday night.
Analysis: The third-year tight end came into the night with just a 5-26-0 line on five targets over his first four appearances of the season, so Thursday's performance qualified as a breakout effort. More than half of Likely's yardage came via a 35-yard grab on the final play of the first quarter, and he logged one more target than position mate Mark Andrews on the night. With his first productive game of 2025 under his belt, Likely may be more involved in the offense going forward while working with a…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 30 at 9:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal production against Chicago
Likely caught both of his targets for eight yards in Sunday's 30-16 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Likely secured two targets for the second straight game and continued to play a minimal role in the Ravens' offensive attack. The 25-year-old tight end played 36 of Baltimore's 62 offensive snaps Sunday, behind Mark Andrews (37) and ahead of Charlie Kolar (25). Likely has now recorded just five catches for 26 yards through his first four games this season. As long as Andrews is healthy, Likely will have limited upside as a pass catcher and should see inconsistent usage, making him difficult to…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 28 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Records two catches against Rams
Likely secured both of his targets for six yards in Sunday's 17-3 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Likely's 81 percent offensive snap share was his highest mark of the season. Additionally, his two targets were the most he's seen through three games. With that said, Likely was unable to get much going, as the Ravens' offense continued to struggle without quarterback Lamar Jackson (hamstring) in the lineup. Though the 25-year-old tight end should continue to split time with Mark Andrews going forward, the possible return of Jackson after the team's Week 7 bye should help Likely see an uptick…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 15 at 4:16am by Rotowire.com
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One grab in loss
Likely secured his lone target for 12 yards in Sunday's 44-10 loss to the Texans.
Analysis: Likely's catch against the Texans on Sunday was his first of the season. The 25-year-old tight end played 23 of the Ravens' 43 offensive snaps, just behind Mark Andrews (25). Andrews led all tight ends in both receptions (2) and targets (3). With Cooper Rush operating as Baltimore's starting quarterback as Lamar Jackson (hamstring) is sidelined, the offense struggled to get much going in the contest. If Rush continues to start, the potential success of all Baltimore pass catchers is capped…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 7 at 10:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Not targeted in season debut
Likely failed to draw a target in Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Making his season debut after missing the Ravens' first three games while recovering from foot surgery, Likely played 25 of the Ravens' offensive snaps Sunday, just behind fellow tight end Mark Andrews (30). Though the 25-year-old Likely was a non-factor in Baltimore's aerial attack, Andrews drew a team-leading eight targets in the contest. Likely should certainly see his role grow as he gets acclimated coming off the injury, but his chances of making an impact Week 5 versus Houston could be…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 1 at 6:31am by Rotowire.com
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Active versus Chiefs
Likely (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Analysis: Likely, who underwent a procedure during training camp to address a small fracture in his foot, missed the Ravens' first three games, but after upgrading to full practice participation Friday, the tight end was deemed questionable for Sunday's contest. In his return to the mix against Kansas City, Likely will bolster a Baltimore TE corps that also includes Mark Andrews -- who is on the heels of recording a 6-91-2 line on six targets Week 3 -- and Charlie Kolar. In that context, it remains to be…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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In line for season debut
Likely (foot) remains listed as questionable but is expected to play in Sunday's game at Kansas City, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: After missing the first three contests of the campaign due to his recovery from foot surgery, Likely is poised for his first game action since Jan. 11, 2025 following a full practice Friday. His status will be confirmed about 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but Likely is expected to play second fiddle to fellow tight end Mark Andrews while he gets eased back in following a long layoff.
Published: Sat, Sep 27 at 8:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Full practice, but questionable
Likely (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs after being deemed a full practice participant Friday.
Analysis: That Likely upgraded to full participation bodes well for his chances of making his regular-season debut this weekend, but coach John Harbaugh fell short of predicting that Friday, per Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com, with the coach saying, "He looks good to me. We'll just have to see if it's the best thing for us on Sunday, and we haven't really decided that yet." If Likely is in uniform against Kansas City, he'd bolster a TE corps that also includes Mark Andrews (who logged a 6-91-2 line on six…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 26 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice Thursday
Likely (foot) remained limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: Per Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com, offensive coordinator Todd Monken noted Thursday of Likely, "Hopefully we get (him) back this week. He adds another tool for us." The tight end has missed the Ravens' first three games this season while recovering from foot surgery, but his continued ability to practice -- albeit in a limited capacity -- has him trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Published: Thu, Sep 25 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Likely (foot) was deemed a limited participant in Wednesday's walk-through practice.
Analysis: Per Jonas Shaffer of TheBaltimoreBanner.com, coach John Harbaugh said earlier Wednesday that he hopes to have Likely -- who has missed the Ravens' first three games -- back in uniform Sunday against the Chiefs. In such a scenario, Likely would bolster a TE corps that was led in Week 3 by Mark Andrews, who caught all six of his targets for 91 yards and two touchdowns in a 38-30 loss to the Lions on Monday night.
Published: Wed, Sep 24 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Monday
Likely (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Likely will miss a third consecutive contest to begin the campaign as he continues his recovery from foot surgery that he underwent in the early stages of training camp. He was able to string together three limited practices this week, suggesting that his conditioning has improved. In the end, though, Likely will set his sights on a Week 4 showdown at Kansas City for his season debut.
Published: Sat, Sep 20 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited at practice
Likely (foot) practiced in a limited capacity Friday.
Analysis: Likely sustained a foot injury in late July that required surgery and forced him to miss the entire preseason and the first two games of the current campaign. He wasn't placed on injured reserve to begin the season, though, implying that the Ravens believed he'd be able to return at some point in the first four contests. With three consecutive limited listings on injury reports going back to last week, Likely appears to be ramping up to do just that, but Saturday's report will provide insight…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 19 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially limited at practice
Likely (foot) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Likely is practicing for the second time since he underwent left foot surgery in late July, per Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com, and the Baltimore Banner reports that the tight end said Wednesday his return is coming "very soon." It looks as though Likely could have a chance to make his regular-season debut Monday versus the Lions, though in order to avoid an injury designation for Week 3 he'll almost certainly need to upgrade to full reps at practice Friday and/or Saturday. Once cleared to retake…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 18 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Likely has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns.
Analysis: Likely was listed as a limited practice participant Friday, which suggests that he's moving in the right direction ahead of the Ravens' Sept. 22 contest against the Lions. In Likely's continued absence, Mark Andrews and Charlie Kolar will handle Baltimore's TE reps this weekend.
Published: Fri, Sep 12 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Increasing activity level
Likely (foot) was in uniform and doing a workout in front of members of the Ravens athletic training and medical staffs Friday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Zrebiec adds that Likely has "definitely upped his activity level," but at this stage it doesn't look like the tight end will be available Sunday against the Browns. In the event that he's officially ruled out later Friday, Likely would then presumably target a potential return to game action Monday, Sept. 22 against the Lions.
Published: Fri, Sep 12 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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Still yet to practice this season
Likely (foot) remained sidelined at Thursday's practice, Brian Wacker of the Baltimore Sun reports.
Analysis: Likely has yet to practice since having surgery to repair a fracture in his foot which he suffered in late July. He's trending toward a second consecutive absence to begin the 2025 campaign. Mark Andrews failed to capitalize on Likely's absence in Week 1, posting only one catch for five yards against the Bills, but Andrews looks set to work as the clear top option among Baltimore's tight ends again when the Ravens host the Browns in Week 2.
Published: Thu, Sep 11 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing yet
Likely (foot) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official site, Likely did work out on a side field again Wednesday, and he continues ramping up as he bounces back from a broken foot he sustained early in training camp. If Likely remains sidelined Sunday against the Browns, Mark Andrews and Charlie Kolar would continue to lead Baltimore's TE corps, with Zaire Mitchell-Paden a candidate to be elevated from the practice squad, as he was Week 1.
Published: Wed, Sep 10 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday night
Likely (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday night's season opener against the Bills.
Analysis: Likely didn't practice this week, so it's not a surprise that he'll be sidelined Sunday. As for the tight end's status beyond Week 1, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com noted that Likely was running on a side field Friday, which is a positive sign relative to his chances of returning in the next couple of weeks. As long as Likely remains sidelined, however, fellow TE Mark Andrews figures to be busy, with Charlie Kolar also mixing in at the position.
Published: Fri, Sep 5 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Likely (foot) isn't practicing Friday, Jonas Shaffer of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.
Analysis: That said, Shaffer notes that Likely appears to be ramping things up, with the tight end spotted doing some on-field work Friday with trainers that included light running but not much hard cutting. Look for Likely to be ruled out for Week 1 action later Friday, but in that scenario the tight end's absence may not linger too long beyond the Ravens' regular-season opener against the Bills.
Published: Fri, Sep 5 at 9:17am by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out another practice
Likely (foot) isn't participating in Thursday's practice, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Likely hasn't been able to practice in any fashion since undergoing surgery on his left foot Aug. 1, and while the Ravens have yet to officially rule him out for Week 1, the 25-year-old looks like a longshot to be available. With Likely expected to be inactive for Sunday's season opener in Buffalo, Charlie Kolar should be in line to see an enhanced role behind No. 1 tight end Mark Andrews.
Published: Thu, Sep 4 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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Misses another practice
Likely (foot) is not practicing Wednesday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Likely has yet to resume practicing since undergoing surgery to address a small fracture in his left foot suffered late July, and though the Ravens still anticipate him returning early in the season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that he isn't expected to suit up Sunday night on the road against Buffalo. Still, Baltimore's decision not to place Likely on short-term IR, which would rule him out the first four games of the year, is a strong indication that he remains on track to return in…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 3 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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Still expected to return early
Likely (foot) is not expected to suit up for his targeted return date of Week 1 on the road against Buffalo on Sunday, but his recovery is proceeding on track and the Ravens still expect him to be available early in the regular season, Jeremy Brener of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Likely dodged IR to begin the regular season, confirming that Baltimore expects him to miss less than four games before he retakes the field. For at least Week 1, though, Mark Andrews appears in line to handle increased reps as the Ravens' clear top tight end, while Charlie Kolar steps into an expanded backup role. New No. 3 receiver DeAndre Hopkins will also figure to benefit from a slight uptick in target opportunities as long as Likely remains sidelined. Likely didn't practice Monday, but if…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 3 at 6:21am by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play Sunday
Likely (foot) is not expected to suit up for Sunday's regular-season opener on the road against Buffalo, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Likely, who is recovering from surgery undergone in late July to address a small fracture in his left foot, was a non-participant at Monday's practice and does not appear on track to play Week 1. His official injury designation for Week 1 will be disclosed Friday, but at this stage it won't be surprising if he sits out Wednesday's practice as well.
Published: Wed, Sep 3 at 6:10am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Monday
Likely (foot) didn't participate in Monday's practice, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Hensley previously noted that GM Eric DeCosta said that the Ravens expect Likely -- who suffered a small fracture in his foot in late July -- "back in the early part of the season." It remains to be seen whether a Week 1 return could be in play, but added context regarding Likely's status will be provided no later than Wednesday, when Baltimore's first official practice/injury report of the season is posted.
Published: Mon, Sep 1 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected back early in season
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said Wednesday that he expects Likely (foot) "back in the early part of the season," Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: DeCosta specifically mentioned that Baltimore's decision not to place Likely on IR during roster cuts Tuesday is indicative of the team's expectations that he'll miss less than the requisite four games such a transaction would require. It remains to be seen, though, whether Likely has a chance to suit up Week 1 against Buffalo as he works his way back from surgery undergone in late July to address a fracture in his left foot. Baltimore's pass-catchers across the board could see a slight uptick…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 27 at 9:34am by Rotowire.com
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Dodges IR to start year
The Ravens didn't place Likely (foot) on injured reserve Tuesday, Brian Wacker of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Analysis: Likely hasn't practiced since late July and is considered uncertain for Week 1 after summer surgery, but he apparently has a shot to be ready at some point in September. An absence could free up more targets and snaps for a slew of teammates, including tight ends Mark Andrews and Charlie Kolar and depth receivers DeAndre Hopkins (knee) and Devontez Walker.
Published: Tue, Aug 26 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Needs surgery, could make Week 1
Likely (foot/ankle) will undergo surgery this week to address a broken bone in his foot sustained during Tuesday's practice, and he is expected to face a six-week recovery timetable, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Likely has avoided a long-term injury, but his expected recovery timetable will brush up closely against Week 1, with the Ravens set to open the regular season on the road against Buffalo on Sept. 7. In the meantime, Mark Andrews will continue to operate as the Ravens' top tight end, with the potential to handle a higher allotment of snaps early in the season. As he enters Year 4, Likely boasts enough familiarity with Baltimore's offensive scheme to downplay the severity of having to miss the…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 30 at 6:53am by Rotowire.com
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Injures ankle, out a few weeks
Coach John Harbaugh said Likely rolled his left ankle at Tuesday's practice and may miss "a few weeks," Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The tight end sustained the injury on a 1-on-1 rep with safety Sanoussi Kane, after which he couldn't put much weight on his left leg and was carted off the field. Likely will undergo an MRI on Wednesday. For as long as he's sidelined, Charlie Kolar, Zaire Mitchell-Paden and Sam Pitz will be candidates for reps behind starter Mark Andrews.
Published: Tue, Jul 29 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves practice on cart
Likely (foot/ankle) was carted off the field near the end of Tuesday's practice, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Per Giana Han of TheBaltimoreBanner.com, Likely was grabbing his left foot/ankle area and punching the ground following a 1-on-1 rep with safety Sanoussi Kane. Likely wasn't able to put much weight on his left leg as he made his way to team facilities. The severity of the injury won't be known until the fourth-year tight end undergoes testing.
Published: Tue, Jul 29 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Stellar showing in playoff defeat
Likely brought in four of five targets for 73 yards and a touchdown in the Ravens' 27-25 divisional-round loss to the Bills on Sunday.
Analysis: Likely led the Ravens in receiving yards on the evening while delivering a spectacular diving touchdown reception with 1:33 remaining to bring Baltimore within a two-point conversion of tying the Bills and likely forcing overtime. Prior to that, the third-year pro posted 39- and five-yard grabs on the Ravens' opening possession to help set up the first touchdown of the game. Likely recorded 126 receiving yards over Baltimore's two-week postseason run following a regular season during which he…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 19 at 7:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team with 53 yards
Likely had three receptions on four targets for 53 yards in Saturday's 28-14 playoff win over Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Likely finished as Baltimore's leading receiver with just three receptions in a run-heavy game script Saturday. The talented backup failed to bring in either of Lamar Jackson's two touchdown passes, resulting in a modest fantasy line. Likely will continue playing second fiddle to veteran starter Mark Andrews (four touches for 32 yards vs. PIT) as the Ravens advance to the divisional round.
Published: Sat, Jan 11 at 9:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Gains 38 yards Saturday
Likely caught three of five targets for 38 yards in Saturday's 35-10 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Likely finished third in targets for the Ravens on Saturday while tying his highest yardage total since Week 13. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, the talented backup failed to hit pay dirt, which ended his touchdown streak at two games. Likely finishes the regular season with new career bests in receptions (42), receiving yards (474) and touchdowns (six). The Ravens will now prepare for either the Chargers or the Steelers in the wild-card round of the playoffs.
Published: Sat, Jan 4 at 6:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Maximizes one catch Wednesday
Likely secured his only target for a nine-yard touchdown in the Ravens' 31-2 win over the Texans on Wednesday.
Analysis: Likely found the end zone for the second time in four days on his late-second-quarter scoring grab. The second-year tight end hasn't eclipsed 38 receiving yards in five straight contests, but he's capable of emerging in the Ravens' highly efficient and versatile offense in any given game.
Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 7:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in win
Likely caught all three of his targets for 29 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 34-17 win over the Steelers.
Analysis: Both Ravens tight ends got into the end zone Saturday, with Likely opening the scoring in the first quarter with a nine-yard reception. The third-year player set new career highs in receptions (38) and receiving yards (430) with the performance, and his five TDs on the season ties the career high he set in 2023. Likely hasn't reached 40 yards in four straight games however, making him a TD-dependent fantasy option in a Week 17 matchup against the Texans.
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 6:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes two grabs Sunday
Likely caught both of his targets for 17 yards in Sunday's win over the Giants.
Analysis: Likely's usage dropped off Sunday after he drew eight targets in Baltimore's last game. He continues to handle a significant snap share, as he has been on the field for over 50 percent in each of the last three games, but his usage as a receiver is inconsistent. The Ravens play a pivotal home game against the Steelers in Week 16. In Likely's last outing against Pittsburgh in Week 11, he caught four of five targets for 75 yards.
Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 6:58am by Rotowire.com
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Bounces back with trip to end zone
Likely had five receptions (on eight targets) for 38 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-19 loss to Philadelphia.
Analysis: Likely responded well from his zero-catch outing against the Chargers last week, posting his fourth touchdown reception of the season against the Eagles on Sunday. Starter Mark Andrews produced the finer fantasy line (6-67-1), though Likely still helped managers who stuck with him following the aforementioned dud against Los Angeles. Likely should be a viable fantasy option in deeper formats when the Ravens return from the upcoming bye to face the Giants on Dec. 15.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 6:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Not targeted in win
Likely failed to record a single target in Monday's 30-23 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: Likely was held without a catch for just the second time this season as the 24-year-old continued what has been a mostly disappointing season after a hot start back in Week 1 against the Chiefs. Meanwhile, fellow tight end Mark Andrews produce a solid performance Monday, catching all five of his targets for 44 yards and a touchdown. Likely did, however, lead all Baltimore tight ends in playing time, as he was on the field for 35 of the Ravens' 65 offensive snaps. Andrews and Charlie Kolar…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 3:22am by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in loss
Likely caught four of five targets for 75 yards in Sunday's 18-16 loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: The third-year tight end led the Ravens in receiving yards and tied Justice Hill for the team lead in catches as the Steelers' defense focused on shutting down the deep passing game. Likely had missed last week's win over the Bengals due to a minor hamstring strain, but he appears fully healthy and will look to make an impact again in Week 12 against the Chargers.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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All clear to face Steelers
Likely (hamstring) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Analysis: Likely will return from a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury. After being a limited participant Wednesday, he practiced without limitations Thursday and Friday. While Likely's healthy, he probably will continue to cede most of the targets among Ravens tight ends to Mark Andrews, which had usually been the case in the weeks leading up to Likely's injury.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices fully Thursday
Likely (hamstring) was a full practice participant Thursday.
Analysis: The full session should clear the way for Likely to return to action Sunday in Pittsburgh after he sat out the Ravens' Week 10 win over the Bengals due to the hamstring injury. His absence last week freed up a larger role in the passing game for top tight end Mark Andrews (6-68-1 receiving line on seven targets), but the expected return of Likely in Week 11 will presumably lower Andrews' fantasy ceiling. As for Likely himself, he's failed to come close to matching his lofty production in the…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in return to practice
Likely (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jonas Shaffer of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.
Analysis: Likely didn't practice last week and ended up missing a 35-34 win over the Bengals on Thursday. It was his first absence of the season, and a return to practice Wednesday suggests he has a shot to make it back for Sunday's game at Pittsburgh.
Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice Wednesday
Likely (hamstring) was on the field for practice Wednesday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Likely missed last Thursday's 35-34 win over the Bengals with the hamstring injury, but the extended time off appears to have done him some good. While Likely was sidelined last week, fellow tight end Mark Andrews played a season-high 87 percent of the offensive snaps and drew a season-best seven targets en route to finishing with a 6-68-1 receiving line. Likely's potential return Sunday against the Steelers would amount to a hit to Andrews' fantasy stock and would give the Ravens a three-man…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing yet
Likely (hamstring) wasn't on the field Tuesday for the Ravens' practice session, Giana Han of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.
Analysis: Likely hasn't practiced in any fashion since tweaking his hamstring in the Ravens' Week 9 win over the Broncos. The tight end may need to get back on the field in some capacity by Friday to have a chance at returning from a one-game absence Sunday against the Steelers.
Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Thursday
Likely (hamstring) won't play Thursday against the Bengals.
Analysis: Likely was listed as a non-participant on practice reports over the last three days, so he'll miss his first game of the season and target a potential return to action Nov. 17 against the Steelers in Week 11. In Likely's upcoming absence, Mark Andrews is slated to lead the Ravens' tight-end corps, with Charlie Kolar also mixing in.
Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined for practice Tuesday
Likely (hamstring) wasn't on the field for Tuesday's practice, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Likely had been previously listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, and with Tuesday being the Ravens' only full practice before Thursday's matchup with the Bengals, the tight end looks to be at real risk of missing his first game of the season. The injury may explain why Likely was held to a season-low 31 percent snap share in the Ravens' Week 9 win over the Broncos. If Likely were to sit out Thursday's contest, Mark Andrews and Charlie Kolar could see increased reps,…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as DNP on Monday
Likely (hamstring) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Ravens merely held a walkthrough Monday. It's a new injury for Likely, who had yet to miss a single practice rep all season through nine weeks. The Ravens have a quick turnaround this week ahead of a Thursday night date with the Bengals. If Likely is unable to go, Mark Andrews and Charlie Kolar would handle tight end duties, and Baltimore could opt to use more three-wide sets with Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman and newcomer Diontae Johnson.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Best game since opener
Likely caught all four of his targets for 47 yards in Sunday's loss to the Browns.
Analysis: This was Likely's highest catch and yardage output since his eye-opening season opener against the Chiefs. Though Likely didn't cash in a touchdown, he still was efficient as he caught everything thrown his way on a strong 12.0 YPT clip. His best catch came on a 25-yard gain that set up an eventual touchdown to Mark Andrews in the third quarter. Likely is up to 24 catches for 271 yards and three touchdowns on 33 targets this season and draws a matchup against the Broncos in Week 9.
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Two grabs in Week 7
Likely caught two of four targets for 17 yards in Monday's 41-31 win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Despite leading all Baltimore tight ends in offensive snaps (35), Likely was not much of a factor in the win. Fellow tight end Mark Andrews, however, had his first big game of the season, catching all four of his targets for 41 yards and two touchdowns. The 24-year-old Likely has been limited to two receptions for two straight games, and it's possible that he could see his role in the offense diminish if Andrews continues to approach his former production levels.
Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 2:53am by Rotowire.com
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Sees four targets Sunday
Likely had two catches for 27 yards on four targets Sunday against the Commanders.
Analysis: Likely came back to earth Sunday after nabbing two touchdowns against the Bengals in Week 5. He actually saw his highest target volume since Week 1, but it only amounted to middling production. It's encouraging Likely played significantly more snaps (46) than Mark Andrews (34) but Andrews had his best pass-catching performance of the season and could start commanding a bigger share of the targets going forward. Still, Likely has promising peripheral metrics for targets per route (25.8 percent)…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 7:45am by Rotowire.com
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Pops for two TDs against Cincy
Likely caught all three of his targets for 13 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 41-38 overtime win over the Bengals.
Analysis: Lamar Jackson threw four TDs on the day, and three of them went to tight ends, including a pair of short scoring tosses to Likely in the third and fourth quarters. The third-year player has three touchdowns on only 16 catches through five games, and he hasn't seen more than three targets in a contest since his career-high 12 in Week 1 against Kansas City. Likely will remain a TD-dependent fantasy option in Week 6 against the Commanders.
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited usage again
Likely had one catch for 26 yards on two targets in Sunday's win over the Bills.
Analysis: Likely's usage continues to be a fraction of what it was in the season opener, when he drew 12 targets. He made a splash with his lone catch Sunday night with an impressive leaping grab for a 26-yard gain that was Baltimore's longest completion of the night. Likely is playing a healthy snap share at 60 percent over the first four games. However, Baltimore has gone to a more run-heavy approach of late and is mixing and matching its tight-end personnel. This development not only is limiting…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Frustrating usage again
Likely had one catch for four yards on one target in Baltimore's win against the Cowboys on Sunday.
Analysis: The last two weeks have been a far cry from Likely's electric season opener when he caught nine passes for 111 yards. Likely has combined for three catches for 30 yards over the last two weeks and has drawn just four targets. Baltimore's game plan was unexpected in general, as Likely and Charlie Kolar played more snaps than Mark Andrews. Likely paced the tight end group with a 62 percent snap share, but that's hardly a consolation for fantasy managers. Baltimore won't go to the air just 15…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 24 at 6:41am by Rotowire.com
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Mostly silent in Week 2
Likely gathered in two of three targets for 26 yards during Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: After breaking out with a 9-111-1 line on 12 targets during a season-opening defeat at Kansas City, Likely had far less sway in the Ravens offense a week and a half later, tying for fourth on the team in targets behind WRs Zay Flowers (11) and Rashod Bateman (four) and fellow TE Mark Andrews (five). Likely wasn't looked at by QB Lamar Jackson until the second quarter, and his last two targets had to wait until the fourth period. Managers may have to ride the seesaw that is Likely this season,…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 5:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Stellar night spoiled by inches
Likely caught nine of 12 targets for 111 yards and a touchdown in the Ravens' 27-20 loss to the Chiefs on Thursday night.
Analysis: Likely was the surprise leader in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the night for either squad, outperforming both teammate Mark Andrews and Travis Kelce as the standout tight end in the opener. Likely's night would have been that much more memorable had he been able to keep his right toe from landing slightly out of the back of the end zone on a spectacular would-be touchdown grab as time expired in regulation. Likely had already scored a 49-yard touchdown on the first play of the…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 5 at 9:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Impresses throughout OTAs
Likely was one of Baltimore's standouts during spring practices, according to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic.
Analysis: With Rashod Bateman positioned as their No. 2 WR and Nelson Agholor the No. 3, the Ravens may often prefer passing from two-TE formations using Likely and Mark Andrews together. Even if that's the case, Likely will have a hard time drawing enough targets to be a fantasy starter when Andrews is healthy, especially because Baltimore also has FB Patrick Ricard taking some skill-position snaps. Likely caught nine passes through his first 11 games last year before exploding for a 21-322-5 receiving…read more
Published: Sat, Jun 22 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Arrow pointing up after Year 2
Likely finished his second NFL season with 30 catches for 411 yards and five touchdowns on 40 targets over 17 regular-season games. He added four catches for 50 yards and a touchdown in two postseason games.
Analysis: Though the tight end's target count dropped from 60 to 40, with most of his looks coming during Mark Andrews' lengthy absence, his counting stats and efficiency both ticked up significantly. Likely bumped his catch rate from 60 percent to 75 and his yards per target from 6.2 to 10.3 while topping his rookie totals for receiving yards and touchdowns. Though Andrews is still a major factor in the Ravens' passing game when healthy, Likely is overqualified to be a traditional No. 2 tight end.…read more
Published: Tue, Feb 20 at 7:21am by Rotowire.com
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Catches touchdown against Texans
Likely recorded two receptions on three targets for 34 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 34-10 win over the Texans.
Analysis: The Ravens passed the ball only 22 times, limiting the volume for pass catchers in the offense. Despite having relatively few opportunities to impact the game, Likely accounted for the team's third-longest play from scrimmage with a 19-yard catch in the third quarter and subsequently caught a 15-yard touchdown in the final quarter of the contest. With the performance, he now has six touchdowns in his last six games. Even if Mark Andrews (ankle) returns, Likely shouldn't completely disappear…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 20 at 7:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Another TD in Week 18
Likely hauled in both of his targets for 31 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 17-10 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Likely continued his recent tear with a 27-yard catch in the second quarter for his fifth touchdown over his last five contests. The late-season standout produced the best fantasy line for Baltimore despite just two targets in the loss to Pittsburgh. Likely has generated 17 receptions off 20 targets with 282 yards and five scores while replacing injured starter Mark Andrews (ankle). The latter is still eyeing a potential return from IR during the Ravens' upcoming playoff run, which will begin…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 6 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Two big touchdowns Sunday
Likely caught two passes for 42 yards and two touchdowns on three targets in Sunday's 56-19 win over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Likely's three targets might look like low usage at a glance, but the Ravens had a big enough lead that they were rotating in backups in the fourth quarter, and if the game had been more closely contested the Ravens might have had more reason to go back to Likely. Two touchdowns on three targets will usually do the trick, though, and there's no doubt that Likely's two touchdowns -- especially his one-handed catch and run for 35 yards -- were both game-breaking plays for the Ravens. Likely's…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Racks up 56 yards
Likely recorded three receptions (on four targets) for 56 yards in Monday's 33-19 win over the 49ers.
Analysis: Likely finished tied for second on the team in targets and second in yards, but he narrowly missed out on a bigger game when he was tackled at the 1-yard line early in the second quarter -- a drive that was finished on the next play by Gus Edwards. Likely later delivered a 34-yard reception to help set up a field goal to account for the majority of his production, and he now has a catch of more than 20 yards in three consecutive contests. He's also topped 50 yards in every game in that span.
Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 10:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in Week 15 win
Likely caught five of six targets for 70 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-7 win over the Jaguars.
Analysis: Likely scored a 16-yard touchdown with 1:12 left in the first half before setting up a second-half Gus Edwards touchdown run with a 26-yard catch down to the 4-yard line. After opening the season on a 12-game touchdown drought, Likely has scored in each of Baltimore's last two games. He'll likely operate as Baltimore's top tight end for the rest of the regular season and possibly beyond while Mark Andrews (ankle) recovers. Likely has 14 catches on 19 targets for 193 yards and two touchdowns in…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Breaks out against Rams
Likely recorded five receptions on seven targets for 83 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 37-31 win over the Rams.
Analysis: Likely started his second game in the absence of Mark Andrews (ankle), and he delivered season-best marks in every statistic. The majority of his production came on a 54-yard touchdown reception late in the first quarter, on which he went in motion and was completely lost by the defense as he streaked wide open down the sideline. While Odell Beckham and Zay Flowers will be prioritized in the offense, Likely should keep a consistent role for the rest of the regular season.
Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 7:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Six targets as starter
Likely recorded four receptions on six targets for 40 yards in Sunday's 20-10 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: As expected, Likely took over the top tight end role in Baltimore in the absence of Mark Andrews (ankle). He finished second on the team with six targets, and he paced all Baltimore pass catchers in yardage. Likely should remain significantly involved in the offense moving forward, though he's likely to cede volume to the likes of Zay Flowers and Odell Beckham depending on the context of a given matchup.
Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 9:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for increased role
Likely appears poised to become a significant piece of Baltimore's offense after Mark Andrews (ankle) suffered a long-term injury in Thursday's 34-20 win over the Bengals, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Likely has had a limited impact in his second NFL season, tallying only nine catches across 11 games. He entered Thursday's game against the Bengals with just 170 offensive snaps, though his usage will certainly increase moving forward. Likely showed some potential as a pass catcher in his rookie year, racking up four catches of 20 or more yards while also topping 100 receiving yards in Week 18.
Published: Thu, Nov 16 at 9:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Light role once again Week 7
Likely played 17 snaps on offense and wasn't targeted Sunday in the Ravens' 24-16 win over the Titans in London.
Analysis: Since taking on a 71 percent snap share in the Ravens' Week 1 win over the Texans while Mark Andrews was sidelined, Likely has predictably faded back into a smaller role on offense. He's played fewer than one-third of the Ravens' snaps on offense in five consecutive games and has gone without a target on each of the past three contests.
Published: Tue, Oct 17 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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No targets Sunday
Likely did not draw a target on 14 snaps Sunday against the Browns.
Analysis: Likely's role continues to diminish with Mark Andrews back in the fold and the Baltimore offense deploying fewer two tight end sets. His snap count has dropped every week since Week 1, and Sunday marked the first time that he failed to draw a target this season. Fellow tight end Charlie Kolar didn't play, either, so it's not as if Likely is losing playing time to another tight end. Instead, it appears that it's Mark Andrews or nothing as far as tight ends go in the new Baltimore offense.
Published: Tue, Oct 3 at 6:53am by Rotowire.com
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Costly drop in loss
Likely had one reception for 20 yards on two targets in Sunday's loss to Indianapolis.
Analysis: Likely continues to struggle to make an impact, and there are concerning trends in regards to his role. While his two targets marked a season high, his snap count fell under 20 and has decreased each week since the season began. Likely also had a costly drop late in the game that could have extended a Ravens drive. The team's new offense has not been as inclined to use two-TE sets as it was in the past, and with Mark Andrews now healthy, the room for Likely to produce is shrinking. Baltimore…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches one pass in win
Likely secured his only target for eight yards in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Bengals.
Analysis: Likely operated as the Ravens' primary backup tight end Sunday with Mark Andrews making his 2023 debut. The 23-year-old took the field for just 25 of Baltimore's 75 offensive snaps and, as expected, was not an important part of the team's offensive game plan. With Andrews healthy, Likely should remain off the fantasy radar when the Ravens host the Colts in Week 3.
Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 4:34am by Rotowire.com
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Headed back to backup role
Likely is set to move into a reduced role Sunday against the Bengals with Mark Andrews (quadriceps) listed as questionable but on track to make his season debut, Glenn Erby of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Barring any late setbacks with his injured quad leading up to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, Andrews should start at tight end and see a typical workload after he closed the week as a full practice participant. While Andrews was sidelined for the Week 1 matchup with the Texans, Likely couldn't take advantage of the favorable matchup against a weak opponent, nor a big bump in playing time. Despite taking the field for 41 of the Ravens' offensive plays (71 percent share), Likely managed just a…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 6:34am by Rotowire.com
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Comes up short in start
Likely caught his lone target for a four-yard gain in Sunday's win over the Texans in Week 1.
Analysis: With Mark Andrews (quad) sidelined, Likely was expected to step into a larger role in the season opener. Likely logged 71 percent of the offensive snaps and yet he drew just one target. Likely was the only Ravens tight end to play significant snaps as Charlie Kolar logged 13 snaps on offense. Meanwhile, Lamar Jackson leaned on his receiving corps ,as Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman and Odell Beckham comprised the bulk of the target volume. Andrews' status for Week 2 is uncertain at this stage, so…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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Filling in for Andrews
With fellow tight end Mark Andrews (quadriceps) inactive for Sunday's season opener against the Texans, Likely is in line to serve as the Ravens' top tight end in Week 1.
Analysis: Andrews will thus target a potential return next weekend, but in Baltimore's season opener, Likely has a chance to see enough snaps and targets to yield fantasy utility. In that context, the 2022 fourth-rounder profiles as a streaming option, as well as a lineup fill-in for those impacted by Andrews' absence.
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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In line for bigger role
Likely is expected to serve as the Ravens' No. 1 tight end Sunday against the Texans with Mark Andrews (quadricep) listed as questionable for the contest but considered unlikely to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: With the Ravens expected to err on the side of caution with Andrews for Week 1, Likely should be in store for an extended role on offense and becomes an intriguing streaming option for tight-end-needy fantasy squads. He started two games as a rookie last season when Andrews was sidelined and recorded nine catches for 127 yards and one touchdown between those contests.
Published: Sat, Sep 9 at 7:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Likely (undisclosed) was able to practice Thursday, Jonas Shaffer of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.
Analysis: Likely was believed to be dealing with a contusion, although specifics of it were not available. Ultimately though, the second-year pro's quick recovery and return to the field is good news for the Ravens. The 23-year-old generated buzz with his preseason performance last season, which carried over to a modest contribution of 36 catches for 373 yards and three touchdowns in his rookie campaign. He'll continue to work to earn a larger role in Baltimore's passing game in his second NFL season.
Published: Thu, Aug 17 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice
Likely didn't participate in Wednesday's practice due to an undisclosed injury, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic, Likely is dealing with a contusion and could be back later this week or next week. Assuming he avoids any further setbacks, Likely is slated to continue to work behind top tight end Mark Andrews heading into the regular season. In 16 games as a rookie in 2022, Likely recorded 36 catches (on 60 targets) for 373 yards and three touchdowns. As long as Andrews is available, Likely's fantasy upside is modest, but the 23-year-old offers streaming appeal in the event…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 16 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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Huge volume in Week 18
Likely recorded eight receptions on 13 targets for 103 yards in Sunday's 27-16 loss to the Bengals.
Analysis: Likely moved up the depth chart with Mark Andrews (coach's decision) sidelined for Week 18. He quickly emerged as Anthony Brown's favorite target, and he showed the ability to capitalize by racking up 7.9 yards per target. The highlights of his performance came on a pair of receptions of 28 and 22 yards, respectively. Andrews will almost certainly be back on the field for Baltimore's wild-card round matchup against the Bengals, though Likely has shown the ability to contribute as the second…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 7:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Cashes in short score
Likely caught three of five targets for 12 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 16-13 loss to Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Likely teamed up with fellow tight end Mark Andrews (9-100-0) to provide nearly all of the Ravens' receiving output Sunday (130 total passing yards). The rookie was the beneficiary of Tyler Huntley's lone passing touchdown, with the veteran taking care of the heavy lifting between the end zones. Likely hasn't topped 18 receiving yards in any of the four games Huntley has started, but he would receive a boost in projections if Lamar Jackson (knee) is able to return from injury to face the…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 10:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Another quiet showing
Likely had two receptions on three targets for 18 yards in Saturday's 13-3 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: Likely once again took the backseat to fellow tight end Mark Andrews, as the latter saw 30 more offensive snaps in Week 15 compared to the rookie. With wide receiver Devin Duvernay having suffered a potentially significant injury during Tuesday's practice, Likely could be more involved in Baltimore's passing game down the stretch if Duvernay indeed misses time. The Ravens are now scheduled to host the Falcons on Saturday.
Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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No targets against Steelers
Likely was not targeted on 16 snaps Sunday against the Steelers.
Analysis: In fairness to Likely, his chances of producing Sunday were slim with Baltimore starting Tyler Huntley at quarterback, and his chances got slimmer when the Ravens had to turn to undrafted rookie Anthony Brown to lead the offense. Baltimore attempted 17 passes on the day and only five passes after Huntley (concussion) went out. Likely drew four targets on 18 snaps against Denver in Week 13 with Huntley at the helm for the majority of the game. If the Ravens have to start Brown in Week 15 against…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 9:51am by Rotowire.com
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Efficient outing Sunday
Likely caught all four of his targets for 30 yards Sunday against the Broncos.
Analysis: The rookie returned from a one-game absence Sunday and turned in one of his more efficient outings of the season. It marked the third time this season he caught every target. Likely seemed to have a solid rapport with Tyler Huntley after he came in for the injured Lamar Jackson (knee). Still, Mark Andrews, Demarcus Robinson and Devin Duvernay led the team in targets. Baltimore plays at Pittsburgh in Week 14.
Published: Tue, Dec 6 at 7:52am by Rotowire.com
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Practices fully Thursday
Likely (ankle) returned to a full practice Thursday.
Analysis: The 2022 fourth-rounder was limited Wednesday, but Likely's return to a full practice Thursday puts him in line to suit up Sunday against the Broncos. However, as long as Baltimore's star tight end Mark Andrews is healthy and available, Likely will profile as a hit-or-miss fantasy option.
Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Likely (ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: After initially being listed as questionable for this past Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Likely was subsequently downgraded to out one day in advance of the contest. The tight end's ability to practice Wednesday suggests that he has a chance to return to action this weekend against the Broncos, but with Mark Andrews healthy and available these days, Likely's bankable fantasy upside is modest.
Published: Wed, Nov 30 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Sunday
Likely (ankle) has been downgraded to out and won't play Sunday against the Jaguars.
Analysis: The return of Mark Andrews from a one-game absence last week has lessened the importance of Likely's status, though the rookie still drew three targets in the Ravens' Week 11 win over the Panthers. Expect Josh Oliver to see more playing time as the Ravens' No. 2 tight end this weekend.
Published: Sat, Nov 26 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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Picks up ankle injury
Likely is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jaguars with an ankle injury.
Analysis: Likely appears to have suffered the injury in practice Friday, when he was listed as a limited participant after having not been included on the injury report Wednesday and Thursday. Even if the rookie tight end suits up this weekend, he's unlikely to play a major role barring an injury to starter Mark Andrews.
Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches one pass in loss
Likely caught one of three targets for one yard in Sunday's 13-3 win over the Panthers.
Analysis: Likely reverted to his backup tight end duties Sunday, with Mark Andrews returning from a one game absence due to shoulder and knee injuries. The rookie played 22 of the Ravens' 69 offensive snaps while Andrews played 64 snaps. Barring another injury to Andrews, Likely seems unlikely to see enough usage to be a consistent fantasy asset. The 22-year-old can be left out of most lineups when the Ravens visit the Jaguars in Week 12.
Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 3:11am by Rotowire.com
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Moves back to No. 2 TE role
Likely is expected to serve as the Ravens' No. 2 tight end in Sunday's game against the Panthers with Mark Andrews (shoulder/knee) active after sitting out Baltimore's most recent game Week 9 against New Orleans, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Analysis: While Andrews was out of the lineup Week 9, Likely started and played a career-high 75 percent of the Ravens' snaps, finishing with a 24-yard touchdown catch among his five targets. Even though Andrews has operated as the Ravens' clear top tight end when available, Likely's skills as a pass catcher and the underwhelming state of Baltimore's wideout corps should still allow him to see a good amount of field time Sunday. In the seven games this season that Andrews has finished, Likely has seen…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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Tallies early touchdown
Likely recorded one reception on five targets for 24 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 27-13 win over the Saints.
Analysis: Likely turned in an underwhelming effort in the absence of Mark Andrews (shoulder) despite leading the team with five targets. He looked to be in for a big performance after connecting with Lamar Jackson for a 24-yard catch to tally Baltimore's first touchdown of the game, but he was silent from that point forward. Likely's run as the team's starting tight end could also be coming to an end, as Andrews will have the chance to rest and recover during Baltimore's Week 10 bye.
Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 9:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to fill in for Andrews
With fellow tight end Mark Andrews (knee/shoulder) having been ruled out, Likely is slated to see an expanded role Monday night against the Saints.
Analysis: With Andrews limited to 10 snaps in Week 8 against the Buccaneers, Likely stepped in and saw action on 51 offensive snaps en route to catching six of his seven targets for 77 yards and a TD. Now that both Andrews and top wideout Rashod Bateman are both out, Likely figures to see enough volume versus the Saints on Monday to maintain fantasy utility once again.
Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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In line to start at tight end
Likely is expected to serve as Baltimore's top tight end in Monday's game against New Orleans with Mark Andrews (shoulder/knee) listed as doubtful for the contest, Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official site reports.
Analysis: While Andrews missed most of the Ravens' Week 8 win over the Buccaneers due to his pair of injuries, Likely stepped in to play two-thirds of the Ravens' offensive snaps, finishing with a 6-77-1 receiving line on seven targets. With Andrews now trending toward missing the entirety of Monday's game, Likely looks like a good bet to see his snap share climb even higher. Even the stellar receiving line may be replicable, as the Ravens are expected to not only be down Andrews, but also top wideout…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 5:34am by Rotowire.com
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Shines with expanded opportunity
Likely brought in six of seven targets for 77 yards and a touchdown in the Ravens' 27-22 win over the Buccaneers on Thursday night.
Analysis: Mark Andrews exited the game early with a shoulder injury, and Likely took advantage to produce a co-team-high reception tally, a team-leading yardage total and his first NFL touchdown on a 10-yard go-ahead scoring grab at the end of the third quarter. Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports Andrews' shoulder injury is considered minor, but perhaps Likely's production with the extra opportunity can earn him a bump in targets beginning with a Week 9 road matchup versus the Saints on Monday…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 27 at 9:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Role diminishing in offense
Likely caught his lone target for a 16-yard gain in Sunday's win over the Browns.
Analysis: Likely played a season-low six offensive snaps Sunday, which is a concerning development for the rookie at this stage of the year. He does not appear close to carving out a larger role in the offense. Meanwhile, Josh Oliver has played 33 percent or more of the snaps in each of the last three games, including 49 percent Sunday. Likely and the Ravens have a quick turnaround Week 8 as they travel to Tampa Bay to face the Buccaneers on Thursday.
Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets more involved Sunday
Likely caught two passes for 30 yards on four targets Sunday against the Giants.
Analysis: Likely's snap share was roughly the same as it was in Week 5 but he was more involved in the passing game as he drew four targets for the first time since Week 2. He converted those looks into 30 yards on two receptions but has yet to find the end zone this season. Likely has seen red-zone targets in each of the last two weeks, however. The Ravens host the Browns in Week 7.
Published: Tue, Oct 18 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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Gets back in box score
Likely caught both of his targets for seven yards Sunday against the Bengals.
Analysis: The rookie got back in the box score but the results still weren't overly impressive. Likely managed to reel in both targets but that totaled just seven yards. Since Likely's pseudo-breakout game against Miami in Week 2, he has three catches for 15 yards on four targets. It's also worth noting that Likely's 14 snaps Sunday marked a season-low. Baltimore heads to East Rutherford to face the Giants on Sunday.
Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 10:21am by Rotowire.com
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No targets Sunday
Likely was not targeted on 23 snaps against the Bills on Sunday.
Analysis: Likely saw the second-highest snap count of his young career Sunday but it did not result in any production. In fairness, Buffalo largely shut down Baltimore's tight ends as Mark Andrews even struggled with two catches on five targets. Still, Likely started the season with nine targets in his first two games and now has two total targets over his last two outings. Cincinnati has allowed modest production to opposing tight ends thus far, so it will be interesting to see if Likely can get more…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 4 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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Held to one catch in Week 3
Likely had one catch for eight yards on two targets Sunday against the Patriots.
Analysis: Likely's snap count increased slightly Sunday, going from 17 to 19, but it did not translate into a larger role in the passing game. He drew a season-low two targets and ended with just eight yards after going for four catches and 43 yards Week 2. It appears Likely does have a stable role where he'll play roughly one-third of the offensive snaps each week, but the target volume could be erratic as he gets acclimated to this offense as a rookie.
Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as active Sunday
Likely (groin) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
Analysis: After Likely was blanked on four targets in Week 1, he logged a 4/43/0 line on five targets last weekend against the Dolphins. However, as long as the 2022 fourth-rounder continues to work behind clear-cut top TE Mark Andrews, he may not always see steady volume, a context that makes Likely a speculative fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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Status in question for Week 3
Likely (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest at New England.
Analysis: Through two games, the rookie fourth-round pick has played a modest role for the Ravens, logging 38 percent of the offensive snaps to date. While operating behind Mark Andrews (83 percent) doesn't lend itself to a lot of work, Likely followed up getting blanked on four targets Week 1 with a 4-43-0 line on five targets this past Sunday against the Dolphins. After being limited Wednesday through Friday due to a groin injury, Likely's status for Week 3 won't be confirmed until about 90 minutes…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice
Likely was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a groin injury, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Analysis: Likely caught four of five targets for 43 yards in a 42-38 loss to the Dolphins this past Sunday, making the most of his 17 snaps after finishing without a catch on four targets Week 1. He didn't leave the Week 2 loss early, and his ability to practice at all Wednesday suggests the groin injury isn't serious. Likely isn't getting enough playing time to trust in fantasy, but he holds an interesting role in Baltimore's offense, functioning more like a No. 3 receiver than a No. 2 tight end.
Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes first receptions of career
Likely caught four of five targets for 43 yards Sunday against the Dolphins.
Analysis: The rookie got in the box score in Week 2 after being held without a catch in the season opener. Likely had five targets on 17 snaps, which is a notable rate. The one target he did not catch was noteworthy, as it gave the Dolphins the ball late in the game and helped Miami complete its comeback. That said, Likely's usage and efficiency were encouraging overall. Likely and the Ravens travel to New England to face the Patriots in Week 3.
Published: Tue, Sep 20 at 9:02am by Rotowire.com
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Held without a catch in debut
Likely was held without a catch on four targets Sunday against the Jets.
Analysis: After shining in the preseason, Likely had a rough introduction to NFL regular-season play Sunday. The fact that he drew four targets -- which tied for third on the team -- is a positive sign for him going forward, but being held without a catch means there's room for improvement for the rookie. Likely was on the field for 24 of 51 snaps on offense, and that share could tick up once he starts converting on his opportunities. Baltimore hosts Miami in Week 2.
Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes huge splash
Likely hauled in all eight of his targets for 100 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-17 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Likely has now strung together two gaudy preseason performances (144 total yards and a touchdown) in just four quarters of action. A fourth-round pick from this year's draft, he's dazzled with his usage, but it's important to note that Mark Andrews has yet to play in either of the team's two exhibitions, indicating that Likely may start the year as the Ravens' No. 3 tight end behind Andrews and fellow veteran Nick Boyle. While it generally isn't advised to monitor a team's third-string TE…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 1:12am by Rotowire.com
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Catches four passes in NFL debut
Likely caught each of his four targets for 44 yards in Thursday's preseason win over Tennessee.
Analysis: The rookie fourth-round pick was on the field for most of the first half with QB Tyler Huntley and the second-team offense, while fellow tight ends Mark Andrews and Nick Boyle were rested along with the other starters and fellow fourth-round pick Charlie Kolar was sidelined by sports hernia surgery. Likely was called for two holding penalties Thursday, but it isn't blocking he was drafted for, coming out of Coastal Carolina as an undersized tight end (235 pounds) who put up 912 yards and 12 TDs…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 11 at 7:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Making solid impression in camp
Likely is turning in a strong start to training camp and is vying for a role in the Ravens offense, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mark Andrews is the clear No.1 option at tight end, but fellow rookie Charlie Kolar's injury means there's one less hurdle for Likely to clear in order to have a role. Likely, a rookie from Coastal Carolina, has carried over his positive momentum from minicamp to begin training camp as he is showing reliable hands and a better-than-expected ability to separate from defenders. Per Zrebiec, Likely appears "close to certain" to have a role Week 1 provided he continues to impress in practice and…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 1 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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