Ravens' Joe Flacco: Gets second opinion on back

Flacco (back) received a second opinion on his injury last week, which concluded that a slow return to action would be best, Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports.

Flacco remains without a timetable for a return, but following his recent doctor's visit, it sounds like the Ravens have been encouraged to take their time with easing him back into the fold. The quarterback is still trying to rid himself of back stiffness and doesn't figure to join his teammates on the field until the discomfort has completely subsided. While his absence at this early stage of camp isn't overly concerning, Flacco will still need to pick up plenty of reps before the season, particularly with a new target like Jeremy Maclin in the mix for the Ravens.