While Carl Lawson sat on the open market for nearly two months of the NFL season, he remained patient, knowing an opportunity would come along. It just had to be the right one.

Lawson had seen little "hints" during his eight-year NFL career that he could someday be a Raven. So even though they're 1-5, when the Ravens reached out looking for help and opportunity at real playing time, Lawson put pen to paper.

Lawson signed to Baltimore’s practice squad and stepped onto the field for his first practice Friday. While he won't play two days later against the Chicago Bears, according to Head Coach John Harbaugh, the Ravens believe he can provide pass rush help they need.

The Ravens are tied for the fewest sacks in the NFL (eight). After they traded Odafe Oweh to the Los Angeles Chargers, fel

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