A roster spot opened Thursday when Trey Hendrickson went on injured reserve following core muscle surgery, and Stewart could slot into that if deemed ready.

Cincinnati Bengals' rookie defensive end Shemar Stewart is cleared to practice after a knee injury, offering a much-needed boost to their defense. Sidelined since Week 11, Stewart's return could bolster the team's pass rush as they aim to regain momentum.

Shemar Stewart (knee), Joseph Ossai (shin), and Shaka Heyward (fibula) all went full again. Stewart was cleared to practice Wednesday after missing the last four games on I.R., and Heyward remains on I.R. as well. Both could be activated this week with two open spots on the active roster.

Ravens outside linebacker Tavius Robinson (foot) and safety Ar'Darius Washington (Achilles) are questionable and would need to be activated to the 53-man roster on Saturday to play. The Ravens currently only have 51 players on the roster, so there's room for them to move up without making a cut.

Trey Hendrickson may be out for the season after undergoing core muscle surgery, but Shemar Stewart is one step closer to coming back. Stewart was placed on the Reserve/Injured list in Week 11 and has missed the last four games.

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor says that first-round rookie Shemar Stewart is eligible to return from IR.