The Baltimore Ravens have announced their initial 53-man roster, cutting down their roster from 90 to 53 players. 

Following the cutdown date of Aug. 30, the next move is for players to be resigned to the practice squad. The Ravens have officially brought back 15 players, many of whom had some strong preseason outings. 

The list of players brought back to the practice squad are as follows:

Defensive lineman Rayshaun Benny

Offensive lineman Nick Dawkins

Wide receiver Xavier Guillory

Outside linebacker Adisa Isaac

Offensive lineman Gerard Lichtenhan

Kicker Jake Moody

Wide receiver Chris Moore

Defensive lineman David Olajiga

Cornerback Amani Oruwariye

Tight end Ty Pezza

Outside linebacker Kaimon Rucker

Safety K'Von Wallace

Running back Jonathan Ward

The only player that was sent to the waiver wire and claimed is center/guard Corey Bullock. He joins the Carolina Panthers and may have been a practice squad addition for the Ravens had he not been claimed.

After a solid preseason, including a breakout third game, Moore is back in the building. He was also a vested veteran and was not subject to the waiver wire, hence his return to the practice squad. 

Moore could also have a strong shot at being placed on the active roster, should Rashod Bateman face a suspension for his recent arrest.

Moore secured 54 yards and one touchdown on three receptions during the game, setting the tone for his return, and the potential to move into a more substantial role in the offense. 

Interestingly, the Ravens have also brought in Moody. Following an inconsistent preseason from Tyler Loop, the team needed to find some kicking competition. 

Moody will be that competition and push Loop to get better, or potentially outright replace him.

Ward also put together an impressive preseason and can be some strong depth behind Derrick Henry, Justice Hill, and Rasheen Ali. Adam Randall has been placed on IR and will be out for at least four games.

Benny was also a standout in preseason, which was surprising given that he was not claimed by other teams. If he can continue to grow within the Baltimore defense, he could see some rotational opportunities in the near future. 

Isaac has dealt with multiple injuries, but he could be looking towards a much healthier future with the Ravens. If he can change his availability the right way, he could become a strong pass rusher for the team.