The Facts: The Ravens placed five players, including Dobbins, on the active/PUP list to open camp. They can be activated anytime. Although Dobbins subsequently suggested his absence from OTAs and minicamp in May and June were contract related, HC John Harbaugh initially told reports the running back was dealing with a knee issue. Nobody seems especially concerned, but this issue might explain the addition of Melvin Gordon, who signed a one-year, $3.1 million deal with the team earlier today. ... In addition to Dobbins, fullback Patrick Ricard, cornerback Pepe Williams, defensive tackle Rayshad Nichols and wide receiver Mike Thomas are on the list. ... We'll follow up as needed.

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