Harbaugh says Kindle is not out for the season

After speculation that rookie Sergio Kindle will not return to the team this season, Harbaugh said he has not ruled out Kindle.

On July 22, second round pick Sergio Kindle  fell down the stairs and fractured his skull. The cause of injury was a seizure. He is now recovering at his home in Texas but has yet to sign a contract with the Ravens.

The NCAA Football '10 game cover-boy was drafted with expectations of becoming a dynamic pass rusher and proved to be such in college. He finished his tenure at Texas with 16 sacks and 43 tackles for loss.

It is evident by looking at the Ravens' 32 sacks last season that the defense could use another force coming off the edge. Even though Antwan Barnes had shown flashes of dominance, he could very well play this season just as inconsistent as his previous few. Many in the organization recognize not only Barnes' potential but the risk associated with waiting for him to reach his full capability. Kindle fell far below his projected first round spot and showed the ability to contribute immediately. These reasons explain why Kindle was drafted by Baltimore.

It is a tragedy to see him miss action without ever really getting any NFL experience but if all goes well. We may see Kindle on the practice field in early December. Those few weeks are much better than nothing.