OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Ray Lewis usually helps the Baltimore Ravens win by barking orders in the huddle, setting the defense and making tackles.
Lately, the 12-time Pro Bowl middle linebacker has been forced to play the role of cheerleader and sideline coach. And he’s getting tired of it.
Lewis has missed Baltimore’s past two games with an injured right toe. He was held out of practice on Wednesday, but still holds out hope of returning Sunday when the Ravens (8-3) face the Cleveland Browns (4-7).
Lewis said Wednesday, “I’m doing everything I can to get back and help this team get where we want to go.”
Fortunately for the Ravens, they’ve won without him, with Jameel McClain calling plays and filling in for Lewis in the middle of the Baltimore defense.
