Come on back! Ravens’ Suggs close to returning


The return of Terrell Suggs would be big for a Ravens defense looking for leadership after the loss of linebacker Ray Lewis. (Evan Habeeb-US PRESSWIRE)

Terrell Suggs could begin practicing with the Baltimore Ravens on a restricted basis when he’s activated from the physically unable to perform list.

That move could come this week, the Baltimore Sun reported Tuesday.

Suggs suffered a partially torn Achilles’ tendon in April and underwent surgery. The Pro Bowl outside linebacker has progressed through his rehabilitation work with no setbacks.

The Ravens indicated that Suggs likely won’t play in a game until November, saying they don’t want to risk aggravating the injury.

“It’s going to take time,” a source told the Sun. “There’s no reason to do anything risky with a guy this important. You have to think about the big picture with him.”

Suggs led the Ravens in sacks with 14 last season.