Tuesday Ravens links: Dennis Pitta awaiting final prognosis, report cards for all three phases

Dennis Pitta months away from final prognosis

The Baltimore Sun's Jon Meoli writes that tight end Dennis Pitta is once again doing his best to be patient as he deals with the recovery of a potentially career-ending injury.

Ravens news, notes and thoughts

The Baltimore Sun's Jeff Zrebiec writes about news and notes, including Jimmy Smith's injury, Haloti Ngata's performance on Sunday and Justin Tucker's exceptional day kicking.

John Harbaugh defends fourth-down call

ESPN.com's Jamison Hensley writes that coach John Harbaugh has not second-guessed going for a touchdown on fourth down early against Cincinnati.

Ravens report card on offense

CSNBaltimore.com's Bo Smolka offers up his grades on the offensive side of the ball.

Ravens report card on defense and special teams

CSNBaltimore.com's Smolka gives his grades for the defense and special teams.

Joe Flacco admits he put the defense in bad positions

The Ravens' quarterback knows he didn't do his defense any favors against Cincinnati this past Sunday, writes BaltimoreRavens.com's Garrett Downing.