Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely posted his most productive performance of the season in Week 13, recording five catches for 95 yards on six targets against the Cincinnati Bengals. However, the 25-year-old was also responsible for one of the turning points in the game when he coughed up a fumble as he was crossing the goal line, turning a touchdown into a touchback. Still, Likely's increased involvement is a positive sign for fantasy managers. Although he's failed to find the end zone so far this season, Likely recorded six touchdowns on 58 targets across 16 games in 2024 and has shown stretches of red zone chemistry with Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson throughout his career. The presence of tight ends Mark Andrews and Charlie Kolar in Baltimore limits Likely's upside, as he's played fewer than 60% of the team's offensive snaps in six straight games heading into his Week 14 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. However, in deep fantasy leagues, Likely may be worth stashing off the waiver wire in case an injury to Andrews opens up a significant playing time opportunity in Baltimore.
Dec 2, 2025 11:59 AM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely has yet to post a breakthrough performance and hasn't found the end zone yet this season. That's a big difference from his six touchdowns and four double-digit fantasy point finishes from last year. Likely has also been dealing with some nagging injuries for most of the year, which could be playing a part in everything. The New York Jets are 15th against opposing tight ends this season, and have only given up one touchdown and 160 yards to the position over the last four weeks. While Likely should see an extra target or two with Rashod Bateman (ankle) sidelined, it doesn't seem like a prime time for a breakout performance. He's currently projected as a low-end TE2, leaving him outside of the fantasy radar in most leagues.
Nov 22, 2025 11:57 AM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (calf) returned to practice on Thursday after being held out on Wednesday due to a calf issue, per Brian Wacker of The Baltimore Sun. It's unclear whether Likely practiced in full or in a limited capacity, but either way, his return to the field is a positive sign for his chances of playing in Week 12 against the New York Jets. Across seven games this season, the 25-year-old has hauled in 12 catches for 118 yards on 16 targets. Baltimore's crowded tight end room limits Likely's upside, as all three of Likely, Mark Andrews, and Charlie Kolar played at least 19 offensive snaps in Week 11 against the Cleveland Browns. As long as all three of the Ravens' tight ends are active, Andrews is the only one who warrants low-end fantasy starter consideration.
Nov 20, 2025 4:17 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (calf) was held out of Wednesday's practice with a calf issue, according to Jamison Hensley of ESPN. Likely is dealing with a calf injury as the team prepares to face the New York Jets in Week 12 this Sunday, and the 25-year-old is now up in the air to play unless he can return to practice on Thursday or Friday. Likely missed some time early this year due to injury and just has not been able to get on a roll so far in 2025. He caught just two passes on three targets for 15 yards in last week's win over the Cleveland Browns and has only 12 receptions for 118 yards and no touchdowns on 16 targets in seven games played. Receiver Rashod Bateman (ankle) still isn't practicing and could miss another game as well. If Likely is out or limited this weekend, fellow TE Mark Andrews would be firmly in play as a TE1 in fantasy football.
Nov 19, 2025 5:57 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely hasn't really found a groove this season like he did at certain points last year. His best game was in Week 9 against the Miami Dolphins when he collected three receptions for 60 yards and finished as the TE18 in half-PPR formats. Coming into a Week 11 matchup with the Cleveland Browns, Likely holds a bit more value with Rashod Bateman (ankle) and Justice Hill (toe) both being sidelined. Mark Andrews and Zay Flowers will probably remain the top two targets, however, and the Browns have only allowed five touchdowns to tight ends all season. That means Likely is still projected as a low-end TE2 who shouldn't be counted on in standard leagues.
Nov 15, 2025 8:06 AM EST
According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Baltimore Ravens could consider using the franchise tag on tight end Isaiah Likely. Likely is currently in the final year of his rookie contract, and would earn roughly $12 million in 2026 under the tag. After missing the start of the season with a broken foot, Likely has struggled to regain form, recording just 10 receptions for 103 yards through six games. The Ravens' tight end situation will be one to monitor next offseason, as veteran Mark Andrews is also approaching free agency. If Likely can rebound, he could emerge as one of the more intriguing tight end options on the 2026 market.
Nov 12, 2025 10:11 AM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely had a quiet game in his team's Week 10 win over the Minnesota Vikings, recording two catches for 17 yards. However, Likely saw a season-high five targets. In the two full games he has played with Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson this season, Likely has been targeted nine times, hauling in five catches for 77 yards. The presence of veteran tight end Mark Andrews in Baltimore limits Likely's playing-time upside, as he's played fewer than 59% of the Ravens' offensive snaps in each of their past three games. Still, Likely has proven he can be productive when Jackson is under center for Baltimore. Across 16 games with Jackson in 2024, Likely recorded 42 catches for 477 yards and six touchdowns on 58 targets. Heading into a Week 11 matchup against the Browns, Likely could be a decent stash candidate for fantasy managers to pick up off the waiver wire.
Nov 11, 2025 11:59 AM EST
Since returning from a foot injury that delayed his start to the 2025 season, Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely has seen minimal usage in his team's passing game. Across five games played, the 25-year-old has hauled in eight catches for 86 yards on nine targets. However, Likely is coming off his best game of the season in Week 9, recording three catches for 60 yards on four targets against the Miami Dolphins. Week 9 was also the first time Likely has shared the field with star Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson for a full game. Across 16 games with Jackson in 2024, Likely recorded 42 catches for 477 yards and six touchdowns on 58 targets. Likely's fantasy ceiling is limited by the presence of veteran Ravens tight end Mark Andrews. However, his stock is trending upwards heading into a Week 10 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings now that Jackson is back in the fold.
Nov 7, 2025 10:59 AM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely has seen minimal usage so far in 2025, recording five catches for 26 yards on five targets across four games played. However, three out of Likely's four games played this season have come with Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (hamstring) sidelined. With Jackson expected to return in Week 9 against the Miami Dolphins, Likely could see his role in Baltimore's offense expand. Across 16 games with the Ravens in 2024, Likely recorded 42 catches for 477 yards on 58 targets. Likely still figures to split playing time with Ravens tight end Mark Andrews, which limits the upside of both players. However, in deep fantasy leagues, Likely could be a stash candidate off the waiver wire now that Baltimore's offense has its quarterback back.
Oct 28, 2025 11:49 AM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely has had a forgettable 2025 season through the first seven weeks. He didn't make his season debut until Week 4 against the Kansas City Chiefs due to a back injury, and in his first game back, he played fewer than 50% of the offensive snaps and wasn't targeted at all. Likely caught his only target for 12 yards in Week 5 and then had two catches for just six yards in the Week 6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. In Weeks 5 and 6, Likely was working with backup quarterback Cooper Rush, with two-time MVP Lamar Jackson sidelined with a hamstring injury. The good news is that Likely played 80.8% of the snaps in Week 6, and he should be fully integrated into the offense coming out of the Ravens' Week 7 bye. The 25-year-old could be a touchdown-dependent TE2 the remainder of the year while splitting work with Mark Andrews, but don't be surprised if he breaks out in Week 8 against the Chicago Bears if Jackson returns under center.
Oct 21, 2025 7:06 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely did not see a target in Week 4, his first game of 2025 after undergoing foot surgery in August. Likely is expected to split playing time this season with fellow Ravens tight end Mark Andrews, who has recorded 13 catches for 121 yards and two touchdowns over his last two games. On the bright side, Likely played just five fewer snaps (25) than Andrews (30) in the first game where they were both active. Still, Likely cannot be trusted by fantasy managers in a tough Week 5 matchup against the Houston Texans until he proves he is fully healthy and re-incorporated into the offense.
Oct 4, 2025 2:36 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) is officially active for Sunday's Week 4 contest against the Kansas City Chiefs. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after logging a full practice Friday. The 25-year-old is making his 2025 season debut after being sidelined for the first three weeks. He's looking to build off an impressive 2024 campaign in which he had a career-high 42 catches, 477 yards, and six touchdowns while ranking as the overall TE16. Mark Andrews is still the No. 1 tight end in Baltimore, especially after catching two touchdown passes last week, but Likely will still carve out a role and could also be a top-24 fantasy tight end.
Sep 28, 2025 3:55 PM EST
For the first time this season, the Baltimore Ravens should have tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) available when they take on the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The fourth-year tight end finished in the top-20 at his position last year, but has yet to play this season due to the injury. It remains to be seen how Baltimore will work in Likely with Mark Andrews, who broke a cold streak last week with six catches, 91 yards, and two touchdowns in primetime against Detroit. Against a Chiefs defense that is among the very best against fantasy tight ends, Likely is a low-end TE3 for his return.
Sep 28, 2025 7:48 AM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's title game against the Kansas City Chiefs. However, the young tight end was able to log a full practice during Friday's final session, which is a great sign for his ability. Earlier in the week, Likely logged two straight limited sessions. Fantasy managers should continue to keep a close eye on his status. Likey has been sidelined throughout the first three games of the campaign while recovering from foot surgery. Last season, Likely caught a career-high 42 passes for 477 yards and six touchdowns. However, even if Likely were to turn the corner and make his season debut this weekend, fantasy managers should expect him to continue to operate as the No. 2 tight end behind veteran Mark Andrews, which significantly lowers his fantasy projection.
Sep 26, 2025 4:07 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken said the team is hoping to get tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) back on the field in Week 4, per ESPN's Jamison Hensley. Likely underwent foot surgery in August and has yet to suit up in 2025. The 25-year-old recorded 42 catches for 477 yards and six touchdowns across 16 games (nine starts) in 2024. Likely will probably need a bit of a ramp-up period upon his return, so he may see a limited workload in Week 4 against the Kansas City Chiefs even if he's active for the game. Still, Likely's presence could take targets away from Ravens tight end Mark Andrews, who recorded six catches for 91 yards and two touchdowns in Week 3. Once Likely is fully re-integrated into the offense, it may be tough for either Baltimore tight end to provide consistent top-12 fantasy production at the position.
Sep 25, 2025 4:25 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) was listed as a limited participant during the team's walk-through practice on Wednesday, according to the team. A foot injury has kept Likely out for the first three games of the 2025 season, but head coach John Harbaugh is hoping that the 25-year-old will be able to make his season debut in Week 4 against the Kansas City Chiefs this Sunday. Likely's return will be bad news for Mark Andrews, who broke out for six catches, 91 yards, and two touchdowns in Monday night's loss to the Detroit Lions after catching just two passes for seven yards the first two weeks. Likely will almost certainly be on a snap count if he returns this weekend in a bad matchup, so he would not be a recommended fantasy play. When fully healthy and sharing time with Andrews, Likely will be a touchdown-dependent TE2 in Baltimore's high-scoring offense.
Sep 24, 2025 11:18 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) has been ruled out for Monday night's matchup against the Detroit Lions. Likely has yet to play this season after suffering a broken foot early in training camp. While he was limited in practice this week, the team ultimately decided he wasn't ready for a return in this primetime game. With Likely sidelined, Mark Andrews will continue to handle the bulk of tight end snaps, with Charlie Kolar mixing in when the Ravens deploy two-tight-end sets. The matchup is a tough one (Detroit allowed the fewest fantasy points to tight ends in 2024), making Andrews more of a streaming option this week rather than a locked-in play. The Ravens hope Likely can return in Week 4 when they travel to face the Kansas City Chiefs.
Sep 22, 2025 6:58 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) has been ruled out for Monday night's game against the Detroit Lions. The young tight end, who broke his foot in training camp and underwent surgery to repair it, has been limited to individual drills at practice all week. Although he was not placed on Injured Reserve, which allows him to return at any time, he will not be a factor this week. Last season, Likely posted a solid stat line of 42 receptions for 477 yards and six touchdowns. However, the Ravens have one of the lowest target shares to the tight end position this year, with only five targets in two games, four of which went to veteran Mark Andrews. Likely should continue to be stashed in most formats and hopefully will see the field in Week 4.
Sep 20, 2025 4:37 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens beat writer Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic predicts that Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) will not make his 2025 season debut until Week 4. Likely underwent foot surgery in August and has not suited up for the Ravens yet this season. He's been able to return to the practice field, but only in a limited capacity. In 16 games for Baltimore in 2024, Likely recorded 42 catches for 477 yards and six touchdowns. His absence should theoretically improve the outlook for Ravens tight end Mark Andrews, but Andrews has just two catches through his first two games of 2025. When both Ravens tight ends are active, it's difficult for fantasy managers to trust either to provide consistent top-12 fantasy production at the position.
Sep 20, 2025 2:10 PM EST
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) said he's "taking it day by day" when asked by reporters about his chances to play in Week 3 against the Detroit Lions on Monday Night Football. Likely had foot surgery in August and missed Baltimore's first two games of the season, but he has returned to practice in a limited capacity. The 25-year-old had 42 catches for 477 yards and six touchdowns across 16 games in 2024. Upon his return, he's a candidate to steal playing time away from Ravens veteran tight end Mark Andrews. Andrews has just two catches so far in 2025, so Likely could even take over as Baltimore's TE1 at some point in 2025. Neither player profiles as a must-start fantasy tight end when sharing the field, but Likely may have the higher upside at this point in their respective careers.
Sep 19, 2025 4:00 PM EST
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