# Ravens aim to return injured stars ahead of Brazil game

> Ravens hope key players return before Brazil game as NFL prepares field in Rio
- Title: Ravens aim to return injured stars ahead of Brazil game
- Summary: Ravens hope key players return before Brazil game as NFL prepares field in Rio Ravens have good shot at returning multiple injured stars before Sunday's…
- Keywords: baltimore ravens, nfl, dallas cowboys, brazil, maracanã stadium, nfl field, injured players, trenton simpson, nnamdi madubuike, zay flowers, rashod bateman, teddye buchanan
- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/sports/ravens-nfl/baltimore-ravens-dallas-cowboys-brazil-field-injuries-NYF5MTGHVZB3XERLCRVDQFSJ3Y
- Author: Giana Han,Jonas Shaffer
- Published: 2026-09-21T20:52:50.548+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: baltimore ravens, nfl, dallas cowboys, brazil, maracanã stadium, nfl field, injured players, trenton simpson, nnamdi madubuike, zay flowers, rashod bateman, teddye buchanan
## Ravens return plan
Ravens coach Jesse Minter says team has good shot returning key players like defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike before Sunday's Brazil game

> I feel like we'll have a good shot with a lot of guys this week, which is encouraging
## Injured stars
Wide receiver Zay Flowers and linebacker Teddye Buchanan are working to return after injuries
## Field prep
NFL field director Nick Pappas says grass field at Maracanã Stadium in Rio will be ready for Sunday's game
## Rain challenges
Intense rainfall in Rio has created challenges for field maintenance at Maracanã Stadium
## Field adjustments
NFL may pull tarp to cover field if rain continues, adjusting work schedule accordingly
## Tackling focus
Ravens emphasize tackling and leverage angles to improve after penalty issues
## Player adjustments
Ravens coach talks about increasing veteran cornerback Chidobe Awuzie's playing time
## Key takeaway

Ravens have good shot at returning multiple injured stars before Sunday's Brazil game