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As expected Cheap Joe Flacco Jersey , the Baltimore Ravens have moved cornerback Jimmy Smith to the active roster, while they have waived Darious Williams.Smith will rejoin a highly ranked secondary, and although he is not expected to start against the Browns, he will likely be in rotation with Brandon Carr and Marlon Humphrey on the outside. but Anthony Averett is dealing with a hamstring injury. Maurice Canady is on injured reserve, but he is expected to be one of two players who can return later this season. Although Smith has not played in a regular season game since last season, he will likely see extended action as the Ravens will only have four healthy cornerbacks. The other interesting aspect of this move is Baltimore elected to keep five inside linebackers instead six cornerbacks. Despite how well the secondary, specifically the cornerbacks have played, adding Jimmy Smith will only improve this unit. He is coming off of one of his best seasons to date even though he ended up on injured reserve after week 13. Smith recorded nine pass breakups Cheap C.J. Mosley Jersey , three interceptions, including a pick-six, and 28 combined tackles. He was named Pro Football Focus’ mid-season All-Pro team. As for Darious Williams, it was a surprise to see him make the initial 53-man roster, but Smith’s suspension and Maurice Canady’s lingering injury forced Baltimore’s hand. He was inconsistent during the preseason as he allowed several ‘explosive plays.’ However, Williams did show an adept ability in press-coverage, and he could contribute on special teams. Williams did not play a single defensive snap in three games, but he did appear on 26 special team snaps. He was only inactive in week one due to Baltimore’s depth at cornerback, but injuries forced him to be active.If Williams clears waivers Womens Justin Tucker Jersey , then the Ravens could sign him to their practice squad with a corresponding move. Their practice squad is currently at full capacity. In the thick of the playoff hunt at 5-5, the Baltimore Ravens hosted the 2-8 Oakland Raiders for Lamar Jackson’s second NFL start.Baltimore won the toss, choosing to defer. Despite starting at their own 19-yard line, Oakland was able to drive down the field for an 81-yard scoring drive to open the game. Running back Doug Martin scored the touchdown. It was originally ruled a fumble recovered by C.J. Mosley. However, upon further review, Martin broke the plane before losing the football. The Raiders led 7-0 to start the day.The Ravens answered back with a 47-yard field goal. Following punts from both teams, Baltimore took it’s first lead of the day when Cyrus Jones returned a punt for a 70-yard touchdown, making the score 10-7. The Ravens extended their lead on their next possession with a 28-yard field goal after Jackson hit tight end Mark Andrews wide open for a 74-yard gain. On Baltimore’s next possession, Jackson threw his first interception of the game. Jackson’s pass was intended for wide receiver John Brown but the ball was tipped twice before being hauled in by safety Reggie Nelson. The Raiders converted a field goal off of the turnover Joe Flacco Jersey , making the score 13-10.Unfortunately for Jackson, he would throw another interception on the following drive. After driving down the field, Jackson’s pass to Michael Crabtree in the end zone was tipped and intercepted by safety Marcus Gilchrist. The Ravens entered halftime with a three-point lead.Jackson responded well to start the second half, leading the offense on a 75-yard scoring drive. Jackson ran the ball in for the five-yard touchdown, extending the lead to 20-10.Oakland wasn’t down for long, however. Quarterback Derek Carr led a touchdown drive of his own to cut the lead back down to three. Tight end Jared Cook was wide open for the 16-yard touchdown catch.Jackson answered back with yet another touchdown drive of his own. The drive ended with an eight-yard touchdown pass to Crabtree. After three-and-outs from each offense, Baltimore finally forced a turnover on defense after failing to do so for several games. Matthew Judon stripped the ball from Carr, which was recovered by Terrell Suggs and returned it for a 43-yard touchdown, extending the lead to 34-17.Judon was not finished for the day Youth John Brown Jersey , notching two more sacks on the following two plays. The Ravens were able to milk the clock on offense afterwards, including a 39-yard run by Jackson. Jackson finished the day with 14/25 for 178 passing yards, one touchdown and two interceptions. Jackson also rushed for 79 yards and a touchdown on 11 carries. Running back Gus Edwards proved that last week was not a fluke as he rushed for 118 yards on 23 carries. Ty Montgomery rushed for 51 yards on eight carries as well. With Joe Flacco potentially returning to practice this week, it remains unclear if Jackson will remain the starter after winning two games in a row. Baltimore improves to 6-5 and now travels to Atlanta to face the Falcons and keep their playoff hopes alive.