Kyle Hamilton returned to practice for the Ravens on Thursday and moved well on the practice field despite his ankle injury.

Kyle Hamilton is back at Ravens practice a week after suffering an ankle injury. That's an encouraging sign that arguably the Ravens' most critical defender has at least a chance to play Sunday in Pittsburgh.

Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton (14) reacts with teammate linebacker Roquan Smith after recovering a fumble by Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) AP

Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton did not practice Wednesday, six days after injuring his ankle against the Bengals. Kyle Van Noy was also absent.

Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton was working off to the side — not in uniform — during the portion of practice open to reporters.

Safety Kyle Hamilton and tight end Isaiah Likely were not spotted at the early portion of practice open to the media. Hamilton suffered an ankle injury against the Bengals, though it was deemed only a sprain and he will be monitored throughout the week, Head Coach John Harbaugh said Monday.

Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton took a step in the right direction on Thursday. Hamilton did not participate in practice on Wednesday, but he did some work on a side field while rehabbing the ankle injury he suffered last Thursday.

Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton was working off to the side — not in uniform — during the portion of practice open to reporters Wednesday. Hamilton injured his ankle in last week’s victory over Cincinnati.

Safety Kyle Hamilton remained sidelined from Ravens practice on Wednesday with an ankle injury.Edge rusher Kyle Van Noy missed Wednesday's practice with an ill