Is Isaiah Likely playing tonight? Why Ravens TE is off to slow start vs. Dolphins

It has been a disappointing season so far for Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely.

Likely was hoping to have a career year in what is the final year of his rookie deal, but after missing the first three games of the season due to a foot injury, Likely has barely been involved in the offense with just five catches for 26 yards.

Part of the problem was quarterback Lamar Jackson missing three games, but Likely was also quiet in the lone game he has played with the superstar signal-caller.

In Week 9 against the Miami Dolphins, it has been status quo for Likely early on.

Is Isaiah Likely playing tonight?

Yes, Likely is active and in the lineup.

Jackson targeted him in the end zone on the team's second, but the pass was too high for Likely.

Recent history suggests we won't hear much from Likely tonight, but let's try to keep it positive.

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