Ravens fans, exhale – it seems like your team dodged a bullet on the injury front after Week 5. Coach John Harbaugh echoed that sentiment in his Monday press conference, sounding a note of optimism despite a few close calls. But let’s dive deeper into the specifics, because as any seasoned fan knows, the devil is always in the details.

Humphrey and Harty: A Sigh of Relief?

The sight of star cornerback Marlon Humphrey sporting a walking boot after the game sent chills down the spines of Ravens faithful. Humphrey’s a lockdown defender, the kind of player you can’t replace easily.

Adding to the concern, return specialist Deonte Harty was ruled out pre-game with a late injury. Talk about a one-two punch that could leave you reeling.

“Yeah, these are physical, tough games with the turf and all that,” Harbaugh answered. “Don’t want to make any promises but I think we’re in good shape.”

Harbaugh’s comments on Harty’s injury, while measured, suggest it might not be a long-term issue. “Yeah, that just kind of snuck up on us there but that kind of stuff happens in this league so I think yes, but again, we’ll hope for the best,” Harbaugh said.

Vorhees’ Return: A Starting Lineup Puzzle?

As if those two weren’t enough to keep the training staff busy, there’s also the matter of starting left guard Andrew Vorhees nearing a return. With Patrick Mekari holding down the fort admirably in his absence, Coach Harbaugh’s got a tough decision on his hands.

Do you disrupt a winning formula to reintegrate Vorhees, or do you stick with the hot hand? It’s a good problem to have, but a problem nonetheless. We’ll be watching closely to see how this one plays out.