Ravens sign Melvin Gordon III, place Keaton Mitchell on IR

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The Baltimore Ravens promoted Melvin Gordon III from their practice squad to their 53-man roster on Tuesday and placed fellow running back Keaton Mitchell on injured reserve.

Gordon previously has been elevated from the practice squad to the main roster for three games this season, rushing for 53 yards on 13 carries.

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