Brown isn't in uniform for Thursday's Hall of Fame Game versus the Bears, freelance NFL writer Jeff Zrebiec reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Ravens completely revamped their receiving corps in the offseason, but the expected top trio of Brown, Michael Crabtree and Willie Snead won't risk their health in the exhibition opener. Expect to experience Brown's explosiveness bit by bit in the preseason, with his most work to come in Week 3.

Brown made several impressive catches -- including a 50-yard touchdown -- during Thursday's practice session, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports. "He's had a heck of a camp," said offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg after practice.

EDGE Analysis

The former Arizona Cardinal is quickly making a name for himself in Baltimore. According to Hensley, Brown made a pair of grabs in the red zone and down the sideline that were both more impressive than his long touchdown. What's more, Brown was working against starting corner Marlon Humphrey on two of those plays. Brown's talent is hardly in question, and if he's able to stay healthy, this could be a resurgent season for the speedy wideout.

Brown (knee) returned to the field for Thursday's minicamp practice, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Brown exited Wednesday's session after tweaking his knee, but he's apparently good to go after receiving treatment. The Ravens may limit Brown's workload Thursday as a precaution, but it doesn't appear that he'll face any restrictions once training camp gets underway later in the summer.

Brown hurt his knee Tuesday, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Brown never left Tuesday's practice but was held out Wednesday. While his ability to finish the first practice suggests the issue isn't too serious, Brown's medical history makes any injury a cause for concern. He's expected to lock down a starting job across from Michael Crabtree, with Willie Snead likely manning the slot in three-wide formations. Thursday's minicamp session will be the Ravens' last practice until training camp starts in late July.

The Ravens are slated to sign Brown to a contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Brown tended to health concerns in both 2016 and 2017, most notably a sickle-cell trait that sapped his previous explosiveness. During his first two years in the NFL, his 8.3 YPT was powered by 22 receptions of greater than 20 yards, which fell to 6.4 and seven, respectively, the past two seasons. Avoiding the injury bug will be key in his upcoming relationship with Joe Flacco, who has posted two of the three lowest YPAs of his career the last two campaigns. Brown will be operating on a one-year contract in his new locale, per Adam Caplan of SiriusXM Radio.

Brown gathered in 21 of 55 passes for 299 yards and three touchdowns in 10 games during the 2017 campaign.

EDGE Analysis

For the second year in a row, Brown contended with health concerns, but his sickle-cell trait eventually took a back seat to a turf-toe injury. Among his six games missed in 2017, the latter issue forced four consecutive absences from Weeks 12 through 15. When he was on the field, Brown was unable to build a rapport with any of the Cardinals' signal callers, whether it was Carson Palmer, Drew Stanton (knee) or Blaine Gabbert. As evidence, Brown posted career lows in catch rate (38.2 percent) and yards per target (5.4), marks that are barely passable for an NFL wide receiver. As an unrestricted free agent in the offseason, a lack of sustained health and drastic downturn in production could relegate him to a mere prove-it deal next season.

Brown (toe) was a full practice participant Friday and doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Seattle, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Brown returned from a four-game absence for last week's 23-0 win over the Giants, catching two of four targets for 28 yards and a touchdown while logging 40 of 69 offensive snaps. He'll have one last chance to make an impression before preparing to hit free agency in the offseason. Brown profiles as an above-average No. 2 receiver based on talent and technique, but his stints of good health have been rare since the end of 2015.

Brown (toe) was limited in practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

After ending a four-game DNP streak with active status Sunday against the Giants, Brown needed a bit more time with the rehab group to prepare for a potential appearance Week 17. So far, he was held out Wednesday before Thursday's capped showing, but the increase in work is as good of a sign as any that he's trending in the right direction. Look for Brown's status to receive some clarification by week's end.

Brown (toe) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice,Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's no surprise Brown is focusing on rehab rather than practice on the heels of his first game action since Week 11. In his return Sunday against the Giants, he logged 40 of 69 offensive snaps, catching two passes (on four targets) for 28 yards and one touchdown. The maintenance of Brown may take up the entire week of prep, but some activity Thursday or Friday would be a positive sign as the Cardinals prepare for Sunday's season finale at Seattle.

Brown recorded two catches (on four targets) for 28 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 23-0 win against the Giants.

EDGE Analysis

Brown returned following a four-game absence due to a bout with turf toe. On the heels of his recovery, he logged 41 of 69 offensive snaps, good for a 59-percent share. Meanwhile, Larry Fitzgerald handled 88 percent and Jaron Brown picked up 77 percent, a breakdown that will likely extend into Week 17 due to the numerous formations employed by head coach Bruce Arians. No matter how the season wraps up, John Brown will enter unrestricted free agency with an injury-prone label due to his frequent appearances on injury reports the last two years.