Players often say that the injury rate in the NFL is 100 percent.
If they stay in the NFL long enough, players are certain to get hit with an injury that sidelines them for at least a game or two. That’s the nature of a tough, physical sport.
Some injuries are bad luck, like when an offensive lineman has an opponent fall into the side of his leg. Other injuries, like some strained muscles, can be limited or even avoided by a change in training technique.
To get a better gauge on the causes and prevention methods of injuries, the Ravens have made a significant investment of time and resources the last few years.