Miami Dolphins cornerback Cortland Finnegan seems likely to play against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, barring a setback in practice today and tomorrow.

Finnegan, who has missed three games, practiced Thursday for the second consecutive day. He took repetitions at his usual spot with the starters on defense. It is unkown if Finnegan was limited at any way, as practices are closed.

[Friday morning update: Finnegan went through practice Thursday but wasn't satisfied with his quickness or cutting ability, per a source. Coaches also were not convinced he's ready to compete on Sunday versus Baltimore. So much for the good news.]

Finnegan was certain to play the Dec. 14 game at New England but he has been on a stringent treatment program for his injured ankle and that has apparently paid off to the point he is looking at a return against Baltimore.

[Update: Read the Friday morning update. Baltimore now seems uncertain if not unlikely.]

In other practice news, tight end Charles Clay and receiver Brian Hartline practiced today at least on a limited basis. Clay has missed two weeks with hamstring and knee injury. Hartline missed the second half on Monday night against New York due to a knee bruise.

Hartline is expected to play.