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The rookie second-round pick will take over Peter Boulware’s old role as a rush linebacker next year, assuming his recovery goes well.

The former Oklahoma standout will likely rush the quarterback plenty from the linebacker position. He’s unlikely to bump Adalius Thomas out of the starting lineup as a rookie.

The second-round pick was supposed to play a major role as a push-rush linebacker this season. This should lead to more defensive downs for Adalius Thomas and possibly re-interest in Peter Boulware returning to the Ravens.

He’ll get an MRI and it sounds relatively serious. Early reports indicate that the injury is likely an MCL sprain or mild tear, but not an ACL injury.

The third-year man finished his first two seasons on IR, and has only played in two games. Antwan Barnes will be counted on for a primary pass-rushing role.

At this point, Cody has to be considered one of the more injury-prone players in the NFL. Rookie Antwan Barnes could now pass him on the depth chart.

The Ravens and Cody are quick to point out they don’t think surgery will be necessary. “They say more times than not, it heals on its own,” Cody said. “But there is no 100 percent guarantee.” If Cody misses his third straight season, his NFL career could be over before it started.

Cody, a 2005 second-round pick, hyperextended his right knee May 20 and tore a small piece of cartilage. The Ravens have apparently not ruled out season-ending surgery.

Ogden hasn’t participated in any offseason work. The toe injury isn’t expected to sideline Ogden into the season. If fact, he may just have an agreement with the coaches to skip the first few weeks of camp. Dan Cody (knee), Mike Smith, and Justin Green (knee) may join Ogden on the camp PUP list.

Green is competing to start but will likely end up behind rookie Le’Ron McClain by Week 1. Sams appears likely to lose his duties to Yamon Figurs, who can actually play a position. Cody returns as a situational pass rusher.