Ravens' Kenneth Dixon: Suffers minor MCL sprain

Dixon (knee) suffered a Grade 1 sprain of his MCL, NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reports.

Analysis:

A Grade 1 sprain is the least severe variety, but with plenty of time remaining in training camp, the Ravens have no reason to rush Dixon back onto the practice field. While the rookie could conceivably return as soon as next week, a longer absence wouldn't necessarily be major cause for concern. Dixon is expected to compete for a role in a Baltimore backfield that also includes Justin Forsett, Javorius Allen, Terrance West and Lorenzo Taliaferro (foot). Dixon, Forsett and Allen are seemingly locks to make the final roster.