FRIDAY’S RECAP

STAR OF THE DAY

Marcus Smith

The rookie wide receiver made several quality catches, especially on a couple of throws from quarterback Kyle Boller. The 6-foot-1, 215-pounder is trying to earn a spot as a third receiver and/or on special teams after being selected in the fourth round of the draft

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PLAY OF THE DAY

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh has a long background as a special teams coach and that showed on Friday.

During field goals drills, kicker Matt Stover faked an attempt and punter Sam Koch threw a touchdown pass to tight end. It wasn’t the prettiest pass, but it was effective.

YOU SHOULD HAVE SEEN

Jonathan Ogden retired in June, but the future Hall of Fame left tackle made his presence felt during the first full-squad practice Friday morning. Ogden worked with a number of the younger offensive tackles, including Oniel Cousins and Jared Gaither. Gaither, at 6-foot-9, 330 pounds, is expected to take over for Ogden at left tackle this season.

QUARTERBACK BATTLE

Troy Smith started out working with the first team. He made some nice passes and scrambles at times, but also fumbled several times. Boller worked with both the first and second teams and was steady, making some decent throws to wideout Smith, tight end Adam Bergen and fullback Justin Green. Joe Flacco played like a rookie.

SCHEDULE

Here is the Ravens practice schedule for the next week. Morning practices usually last about two hours, with afternoon sessions about two hours. Please check www.baltimoreravens.com, as times are subject to change.

  • Today: 8:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.
  • Sunday: 8:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.
  • Monday: 8:45 a.m. and 2 p.m. (special teams)
  • Tuesday: Morning practice closed to general public and 2:45 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 8:45 a.m. and 2 p.m. (special teams)
  • Thursday: 8:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:45 a.m. and 2 p.m. (special teams)
  • Saturday: 8:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.

Directions: From I-695, take Exit 19 onto I-795 North. Follow signs to Westminster via Route 140 West to Route 31. At blinking light, turn left onto Route 31. At first traffic light, turn left onto Main Street. Proceed up hill, and the entrance to the Ravens' visitor parking is on the left.

Parking: Visitors are encouraged to park at McDaniel College's Bair Stadium, which is adjacent to Main Street.

Autograph seekers: The Ravens make most of their players accessible for autographs after each practice, with fans asked to lineup next to the fences and ropes surrounding the field. Kids 14 years and younger can get prime spots behind the end zone closest to the field house. Players are more likely to sign autographs for kids who are polite and bring a pen.