Dennis Pitta Injury: Updates on Ravens TE's Finger and Return

Baltimore Ravens tight end Dennis Pitta suffered a broken finger during a minor altercation with teammate Kamalei Correa on Aug. 1. Pitta is ready to return and play against the Buffalo Bills for Week 1.

Continue for updates.

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Pitta Active vs. Bills

Sunday, Sept. 11

Pitta was not listed among the team's inactives for Sunday's matchup with the Bills. The tight end was previously announced as questionable. However, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Sunday morning Pitta would start.

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Latest on Pitta's Practice Status

Saturday, Sept. 10

The Ravens announced Pitta was a full participant in practice Friday.

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Harbaugh Comments on Pitta's Injury

Monday, Aug. 22

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh told reporters Pitta has a broken finger, adding: "It's ridiculous. It's sad."

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Pitta's Job Security Hinges on Health

The 31-year-old Pitta missed the 2015 season while recuperating from hip surgery.

A healthy and productive Pitta would be a nice luxury for Baltimore. Crockett Gillmore caught 33 passes for 412 yards and four touchdowns last year, while Maxx Williams should have a bigger role in his second season.

Add Pitta to the mix, and the Ravens have a deep group of talented tight ends.