Browns’ Ben Tate ‘probably’ out against Ravens
By Sam Richmond
The Cleveland Browns survived without starting running back Ben Tate (knee) in its Week 2 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.
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It seems like the Browns will have to do the same thing come Week 3 against the Baltimore Ravens if it wants to push its record to 2-1.
Browns coach Mike Pettine said Monday that it’s unlikely Tate is ready to go for the team’s next game versus Joe Flacco and Co..
#browns Pettine said Ben Tate prob won't be back for ravens but not sure about cameron and Mingo. Will know more Wednesday.
— Mary Kay Cabot (@MaryKayCabot) September 15, 2014
The timetable on Tate’s sprained knee (suffered in Week 1) was originally placed at 2-4 weeks, so it’s not a surprise that Tate probably won’t play against Baltimore.
The Browns have a bye in Week 4, so a Week 5 return would appear to be most likely.
#browns Tate (knee brace) said the bye week after game three "comes at a good time."
— Mary Kay Cabot (@MaryKayCabot) September 12, 2014
Without Tate, Cleveland received great rushing performances from Terrance West and Isaiah Crowell in Week 2. West rushed for 68 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries in the 26-24 win. He also caught two passes for 22 yards. Crowell had 11 carries for 54 yards and a three-yard reception.
The Ravens have held opponents to 89 rushing yards per game this season, so West and Crowell have a tougher task in Week 3.
Tate rushed for 41 yards on six carries before his injury against the Pittsburgh Steelers.