The Ravens signed Billy Cundiff to replace recently released Steve Hauschka, who missed three of his last seven field goals and had an extra point blocked.
Cundiff, 29, has made 66 of 89 career field goals (74.2 percent). He last played for the Cleveland Browns (beating out Matt Stover in a workout), but he was released on Nov. 3 after Phil Dawson recovered from a pulled right calf muscle. Cundiff converted all six field goals for the Browns this season.
The Ravens worked out Cundiff and Mike Nugent last week. The eight-year veteran has played for three teams during the regular season: Dallas Cowboys (2002-05), New Orleans Saints (2006) and Cleveland Browns (2009).
"You kind of start with that foundation of talent," coach John Harbaugh said. "That kind of means a lot. He's had success, and his career numbers look pretty good. We'll just see how it goes. There's no way to accurately foresee what's going to happen, but he's a veteran kicker who's been in this situation before."
PLAYER NOTES
LB-DE Terrell Suggs (knee sprain) said he plans to return this season. There is a slim chance that he could come back next week to play the Steelers. Paul Kruger will start in his place.
LB-DE Paul Kruger will make his first start for the Ravens in place of the injured Terrell Suggs (knee). He started three preseason games.
RB Matt Lawrence (knee) is out for Sunday's game and could miss several weeks. He is walking on crutches.
TE Todd Heap (chest) has missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, but offensive coordinator Cam Cameron said he expects Heap to play. L.J. Smith could see increased time with Heap hurting.
DT Haloti Ngata (ankle) seems ready to start for the first time in three games. He has been limited this week in practice, but he has not been limping.
C Matt Birk was added Thursday to the injury report with a neck injury. He had a full practice and will start.
QB Joe Flacco is on the injury report for the second time this season. He had a foot issue earlier this season. Flacco has had full practices this week and will start.
LB-DE Paul Kruger is expected to make his first career start in place of the injured Terrell Suggs (knee).
TE Todd Heap has 12 receptions for 156 yards and one touchdown in five games against the Colts.
FS Haruki Nakamura (ankle) was placed on injured reserve.
FS K.J. Gerard was signed off the practice squad to replace Nakamura on special teams.
GAME PLAN: The Ravens have to get off to a fast start on offense. They haven't scored an offensive touchdown in their past five games. Baltimore can't afford a slow start against Indianapolis.
Defensively, the Ravens need to pressure Peyton Manning. Baltimore's cornerbacks won't be able to cover the Colts wide receivers for an extended period. The Ravens need to hurry Manning.
MATCHUPS TO WATCH: Ravens secondary vs. Colts QB Peyton Manning. Manning has dominated the Ravens in their past two meetings, with seven touchdown passes on 32 completions. The Ravens have given up 10 passing touchdowns in nine games this season.
Ravens RB Ray Rice vs. Colts run defense. Rice has scored a rushing touchdown in his past four games. He has gained at least 77 yards rushing in three of his past four games. The Colts are tied with the 14th-ranked run defense in the league.
INJURY IMPACT: LB Terrell Suggs (knee) will miss the first game of his career. He will be replaced by Paul Kruger.
DT Haloti Ngata (ankle) is expected to play after missing the first two games of his career.
TE Todd Heap (ribs) is questionable after getting injured in the first half at Cleveland. He would be replaced by L.J. Smith.
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