Kenneth Dixon Injury: Updates on Ravens RB's Knee and Return

Baltimore Ravens running back Kenneth Dixon suffered a torn MCL against the Detroit Lions on Aug. 27. He did not need to undergo surgery and is ready make his regular-season debut.

Continue for updates.

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Dixon Active vs. Redskins

Sunday, Oct. 9

The Ravens announced Dixon is available to play against Washington in Week 5.

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Trestman Comments on Dixon's Playing Status

Thursday, Oct. 6 

Ravens offensive coordinator Marc Trestman told reporters Dixon will make his regular-season debut against the Redskins in Week 5.  

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Latest on Dixon's Practice Status

Wednesday, Sept. 28

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported it "sounds like [Dixon] is ready to return to practice."

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Ravens Need Dixon Healthy to Enhance Offense

The 22-year-old was the Ravens' fourth-round pick in the 2016 NFL draft. Coming into the 2016 campaign, he had a legitimate shot at earning major playing time, with Justin Forsett struggling with injuries in 2015 and Javorius Allen showing limited upside.

Dixon has the skill set to contribute as a receiver out of the backfield, a valuable trait in a Trestman offense. His quickness and agility mean he projects to have big-play ability, and he could be a three-down back if he is able to ascend to the starting role in Baltimore.

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